India, Jan. 23 -- WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature called 'Share files with people nearby'. The feature is currently available for beta testers. It aims to simplify file sharing by allowing users to exchange files with individuals in close proximity. The development came after WhatsApp introduced HD file sharing without compression up to 2 GB in size last year.

WhatsApp beta users on Android 2.24.2.17 now have access to the 'Share files with people nearby feature. In terms to initiate file transfer using this feature user must access a dedicated section. This ensures that file sharing occurs securely within a short distance. The feature reportedly utilizes device shaking to initiate a share request providing a controlled a...