Highlights
- WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that allows users to generate AI-powered group icons.
- The feature is currently available to some Beta users with the latest stable version from Google Play Store.
- WhatsApp is also working on a more user-friendly Meta AI interface with instant voice input and quick-access tools.
WhatsApp for a while has been rolling out more AI-powered features to enhance user experiences. A new Beta report suggests that the app now allows users to generate profile pictures for group chats using artificial intelligence. Here’s what we know.
WhatsApp Adds AI-Generated Group Icons
Many users have been waiting for WhatsApp to introduce AI-generated personal profile pictures based on previous reports. However, a recent report from trusted WhatsApp Beta source WABetaInfo suggests this feature is already available for some Beta users but is limited to group chats.
For users who don’t have a suitable image for their group, this tool makes things easier. Instead of searching for or taking a new picture, they can simply describe what they want, and Meta AI will create a unique, customised group icon.
This is especially useful for themed groups, like those focused on futuristic tech, fantasy, or abstract concepts, where regular images might not fully capture the group’s essence.
The feature is already appearing for some users who have installed the latest stable version of WhatsApp from the Google Play Store. Since WhatsApp has officially confirmed the rollout, it seems this update will be available to more users soon.
A More User-Friendly Meta AI Interface
Meanwhile, some reports have revealed that WhatsApp is also working on a more streamlined Meta AI interface for a future update. The new design will include a cleaner layout and quick-access tools such as a dedicated button for photo sharing.
One major improvement is that Meta AI will start listening to voice input instantly when accessed from the Chats tab. Users won’t need to tap a microphone button manually, making interactions smoother.
To ensure transparency, iOS will display a privacy indicator whenever Meta AI is actively listening, similar to how Android handles it. This ensures users always know when their voice input is being processed and prevents unintended background activity. This update will make voice interactions on WhatsApp faster and more intuitive, keeping essential tools within easy reach.
FAQs
Q1. What is the new AI-powered feature in WhatsApp for group chats?
Answer. WhatsApp now allows users to generate profile pictures for group chats using artificial intelligence by describing what they want, creating unique, customized group icons.
Q2. Is the AI-generated group icons feature available to all WhatsApp users?
Answer. No, the feature is currently available to some Beta users who have installed the latest stable version from the Google Play Store. More users will receive it soon.
Q3. What improvements are being made to WhatsApp’s Meta AI interface?
Answer. WhatsApp is working on a more user-friendly Meta AI interface, including a cleaner layout, instant voice input, quick-access tools and a privacy indicator for voice input on iOS.
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