I have been finding a way to get video/audio call working on Linux for some time. however whatsapp doesn’t have an “official” client for Linux so I am kinda stuck in the web version of whatsapp but the web version doesn’t have calling functionality which is bummer since all of my friends uses whatsapp and I want to be able to communicate with them from my Linux machine.

I have tried installing the client using wine but it didn’t work either. I know most of people hate whatsapp for obvious reasons but I have to use it to connect to my friend and family :(

  • @CurbsTickle
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    111 months ago

    Do you have Bluetooth on your Linux machine?

    I’m thinking you could use blueman-manager with it set as an audio gateway, with audio and calls enabled. Then your Linux PC will act as a headset for your phone.

    So as long as it’s nearby you can still use it with your phone.

    • whoareuOP
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      211 months ago

      Wow, that is actually a good idea. I wonder I can do the same for video too.

      Thank you for the suggestion :)