Snapchat adds a boatload of voice and video calling features

Snapchat just stepped up its one-on-one chat features in a major way.

The company added a host of new messaging features to its app Tuesday, including voice and video calling, audio and video notes and stickers.

First rumored early this year, this update marks the first time the company has rolled out a full-fledged calling feature. Snapchat has had live video features since 2014, but it was clunky — requiring both users to have the chat screen open in order to activate it. Now, you can initiate audio or video calls directly from chats, even if the other user isn't currently in the chat. Read more...