Popular photo messaging service Snapchat is no longer just a service to send quirky selfies.It has added two new features like sending text messages and FaceTime-like video calling to its catalog,in a Snapchat persona.
The service is known for being able to send photos and videos across that automatically disappear after a short time.To chat with a friend you simply swipe right on their name in your inbox and a chat window is pulled up. Messages are kept ephemeral, however, since they are deleted when the chat screen is closed.
But there is a new button as well at the bottom of the screen. Whenever it turns blue, it means that he/she is currently in the chat screen, reading your messages. If you hit the button, you will start a call. If the other person hits the button too, you will see both ends of the calls at the same time.
Just like when you see a snap, you need to maintain your finger on the screen to keep the video call active on your end. If you want to switch from your front-facing camera to the back camera, all you need to do is drag your thumb to the upper half of the screen.
When you are done with your call and chat, you can go back to your inbox. Whenever you do this, your chat history will be erased, staying true to the ephemeral nature of Snapchat. You can however tap on individual messages or take a screenshot to save them for later.
This is by far the simplest and most creative interface design seen for video calling and will actually make more people use the feature due to its simplicity.It remains to be confirmed whether Snapchat’s user base will appreciate these new features.
Snapchat Moves Beyond Selfies, Adding text and video-calling features
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