India, Dec. 4 -- WhatsApp has started rolling out a feature that allows callers to leave a voice message when someone does not answer their call, just like the iPhone's voicemail feature. The platform has added a 'Record voice message' button directly on the call screen, which removes the need to end the call, open the chat window and then send an audio note manually. The update aims to give users a quicker way to communicate when the person on the other end is not available. However, the feature is currently reaching only iOS devices, with no confirmation on when it will arrive for Android users.

When a voice call goes unanswered, users can tap the option to record a short note and send it immediately. The message appears along with the...