How to listen to voice messages in WhatsApp on Apple Watch?

How to listen to voice messages in WhatsApp on Apple Watch - briefly?

To listen to voice messages in WhatsApp on your Apple Watch, simply tap the message and hold the watch up to your ear. The audio will play directly through the speaker. For a more private listening experience, you can use AirPods or other Bluetooth headphones connected to your Apple Watch.

How to listen to voice messages in WhatsApp on Apple Watch - in detail?

Listening to voice messages directly from your Apple Watch can be convenient, especially when you're on the go and don't want to pull out your phone. Here’s a detailed guide on how to do this:

Firstly, ensure that your Apple Watch is running watchOS 5 or later, as this functionality requires an updated operating system. Also, make sure your iPhone is running iOS 12 or later and has WhatsApp installed with the latest updates.

To start listening to voice messages on your Apple Watch:

1. Open WhatsApp: Tap on the WhatsApp icon on your Apple Watch's home screen to launch the app. If you don’t see the WhatsApp app, you might need to add it from the iPhone’s Apple Watch app.
2. Access Messages: Navigate to the chat where you have received the voice message. You can do this by tapping on the conversation you want to view.
3. Play Voice Message: Once you are in the specific chat, you will see a play button (a triangle inside a circle) next to any voice messages that have been sent to you. Simply tap this play button to start listening to the message.
4. Use Headphones or Speaker: If you want a better audio experience, connect your headphones to the Apple Watch. Alternatively, you can use the built-in speaker of the watch, although the sound quality might not be as good.

5. Control Playback: While the voice message is playing, you have several controls at your disposal:

   • Pause: Tap the play button again to pause the message.
   • Skip Forward/Backward: You can swipe left or right on the screen to skip forward or backward in the message.
   • Stop: To stop listening entirely, you can either wait for the message to finish or tap outside of the playback controls.
6. Reply if Necessary: After listening to the voice message, you might want to reply. While the Apple Watch doesn’t support recording new voice messages directly, you can use the predefined quick replies provided by WhatsApp or dictate a text response using the built-in microphone.

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage and listen to your voice messages on WhatsApp using your Apple Watch, making communication more seamless and accessible.