You can now join group calls in progress on WhatsApp

WhatsApp calls can only support eight people at a time. — AFP Relaxnews

Someone called you, but you didn’t pick up in time? Don’t panic, WhatsApp is now letting users join group calls in progress. The messaging application has unveiled a new feature on its platform that shows users group calls currently underway.

The Facebook-owned WhatsApp application has improved its interface for voice and video calls, making it possible to join calls in progress, even after having missed or rejected them, according to the Facebook blog.