WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.16.3: what's new?
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.16.3.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Meta Llama model |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.16.3 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I've installed this update but I don't have this feature. Why? | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it is rolling out to more users over the coming weeks. |
| Thanks: | Akan and DarkCrystal, for testing and reporting! |
| Previous news? | Mark Zuckerberg announced new features and enhancements for Meta AI on WhatsApp! |
META LLAMA MODEL
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.14.7 update, we announced that WhatsApp was working on a feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model. This new feature was designed to provide users with more control over their AI interactions by allowing them to select between different models based on their specific needs. Whether it's for basic questions or advanced tasks, users would have been able to choose the most appropriate model for any scenario. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature with the public, as a limited number of beta testers can now experiment with the ability to select the model they want to use. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.16.3 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some users in the U.S. can now experiment with a new section within the Meta AI chatbot settings to choose the preferred Llama model. The default option is Llama 3-70B, which is the most appropriate model for quicker and simpler prompts. In addition, it is possible to opt for the more advanced Llama 3-405B model, which is intended for handling more complex queries. It's very important to note that the Llama 3-405B model is available for a limited number of prompts each week. This means that users have to carefully manage their usage of the advanced model to ensure it is available for their most intricate tasks, while relying on the default model for everyday interactions. After hitting the weekly limit, users can continue their conversations using the default Llama 3-70B model, which offers faster response times and is available without limitations for everyday use.
We believe that this approach allows users to leverage the strengths of both models effectively: selecting the advanced model for complex queries while efficiently addressing everyday needs with the default option. By providing this flexibility, users can optimize their interactions with Meta AI according to their specific requirements and preferences. This strategy also helps balance the advanced model's high demand with practical and everyday usage, making it easier for users to get the most out of their AI experience without interruptions. Users can focus on complex tasks when needed while enjoying reliable and advanced assistance for routine interactions, enhancing the overall efficiency of their interactions with Meta AI.
A feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model is available to some beta testers who install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming weeks.
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