WhatsApp introduces a new set of features for Channels, now rolling out worldwide

Channels were originally rolled out to Malaysians back in July of last year. — WhatsApp

Meta is now rolling out a new set of features to WhatsApp Channels, including Voice Updates, Polls, and the ability to share channel updates as a Status.

Voice Updates function much like how voice messages do in regular chats, allowing users to receive audio messages that can be played at up to twice the normal playback speed.