Meta AI, the latest addition to WhatsApp Beta, enhances user experiences with AI-based features. Its rollout marks Meta's ongoing innovation in messaging platforms.
Meta AI is being rolled out to select WhatsApp Beta users in regions including India and others.
This update brings WhatsApp in line with competitors like Snapchat, offering AI-based features.
Gadgets360 initially spotted Meta AI on iPhones running the latest WhatsApp Beta version (v2.24.714).
WABetaInfo also shared screenshots confirming the appearance of the Meta AI icon.
Users can access Meta AI after updating WhatsApp for iOS or Android from their respective app stores.
Access can be through the top bar icon or the search bar in WhatsApp.
Once accessed, users can initiate conversations with the chatbot through prompts or by opening the Meta AI chat.
The AI can provide real-time information like current weather conditions.
Meta AI is based on Meta's conversational assistant Llama 2 and its latest large language model research.
It has access to real-time information through Meta's partnership with Bing for search.
Additionally, it offers tools for image generation within chats.
Meta AI is part of Meta's broader AI ecosystem, including 28 other AIs available across WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram.
These AIs are presented as characters with unique backstories, embodying cultural icons and influencers.
Users can interact with these AIs similarly to Meta AI, engaging in conversations and accessing various functionalities.
Meta's partnership with Bing for real-time information access showcases its commitment to enhancing user experiences.
The integration of AI features demonstrates Meta's ongoing efforts to innovate and compete in the messaging app market.
With Meta AI and other AIs, users can expect enriched interactions and access to a wide range of information and services within their messaging platforms.
As Meta continues to develop its AI capabilities, users can anticipate further advancements and integrations across Meta's suite of products.