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Published 16:31 IST, January 13th 2025

WhatsApp's New AI Feature To Enhance User Experience: Check Latest Update

WhatsApp, Meta's popular messaging program, is developing a new design that prominently features a suite of AI chatbots.

Reported by: Musharrat Shahin
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WhatsApp to introduce AI-powered Chatbot.
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WhatsApp , the Meta-owned messaging platform, is working on a new feature to introduce a dedicated tab for AI-powered chats, according to WABetaInfo. This feature aims to provide personalised user interaction by integrating AI-based tools into the app.


Personalized AI Character Creation


The new feature will allow users to create personalized AI characters, similar to Instagram and Messenger’s AI tools. Users can input personality traits and interests into a chatbox, enabling the AI to generate a character with a bio and profile picture. This feature is designed to provide a more interactive and customized user experience.


Beta Update Insights


WABetaInfo discovered this feature in the 2.25.1.26 beta update for Android. While still under development and unavailable for beta testing, earlier updates (2.25.1.24) also hinted at a separate tab for AI characters.

The new AI tab replaces the current Communities tab, however that functionality will remain available. A previous beta release earlier this week included a 'streamlined' version of Community formation in the Chats menu.

The WhatsApp beta is accessible on Google Play, however, tester numbers are restricted, and the opportunity to participate is now unavailable. We don't know when or if the AI tab will be introduced to the app's live build, but the move will most likely be confined to nations where AI features are currently accessible.
 
 

Key Features Expected

WhatsApp is developing an AI feature that would allow users to create personalised characters within the service.

  • Custom Character Creation: Users can craft characters from scratch or use templates.
  • Detailed Input: Up to 1,000 characters for personality descriptions.
  • AI Suggestions: Automated prompts to help users get started.
  • Privacy Options: Likely to include bio, profile picture, and privacy customization.


This feature aligns with similar AI tools on Meta’s platforms and may soon become a standout offering on WhatsApp.

Updated 16:35 IST, January 13th 2025