WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.24.18: what's new?

WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.24.18.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a new feature to chat and talk with Meta AI, and it will be available in a future update!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.22.7 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a new branding icon for Meta AI. This updated icon aims to refine the user interface of the app and enhance integration with Meta AI features. The new icon, which appears in the search bar for some beta testers, adopts a grey or muted color palette. This design brings a more minimalist and modern aesthetic interface to the app, blending more naturally compared to the previous colorful and animated icon. It appears that WhatsApp continues to experiment with additional tweaks for the interface, aiming to further enhance the user experience when interacting with the chatbot. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.24.18 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is working on a new feature to chat and talk with Meta AI!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is exploring the implementation of a new interface to chat and talk with Meta AI, scheduled for release in a future update. This revamped interface will allow users to interact with Meta AI more quickly and seamlessly. A major addition to this redesign is the new composer bar, which organizes the most important tools for interacting with Meta AI in a clear and user-friendly manner. This bar makes initiating conversations or accessing AI capabilities faster and more intuitive. One key feature is the new share button, enabling users to easily send media such as photos, videos, and voice notes directly to Meta AI for analysis or assistance. This will also include the ability to share documents directly with Meta AI in future updates.

Another improvement is the ability to have Meta AI continuously listen to user input when a conversation with the chatbot is active on the device screen. This feature ensures real-time interaction and eliminates the need to repeatedly re-engage the chatbot during a session. However, recognizing the importance of user control, WhatsApp is also planning to include a "Stop Listen" button, giving users the option to pause this functionality at any time. It is important to note that the voice chat mode to communicate with Meta AI is already available to some users around the world, but WhatsApp is making it even more intuitive through this redesigned interface.

The top bar of the revamped interface will feature a shortcut to quickly access chatbot memories, a feature currently under development. As we previously announced in the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.22.9 update, this feature will allow users to manage and retrieve saved interactions with Meta AI for a more personalized experience. This shortcut ensures that users can access these memories efficiently without navigating through the chatbot info screen.

The updated interface is designed to be more intuitive, providing a convenient and user-friendly way to engage with Meta AI. It prioritizes simplicity and speed, enabling users to interact with Meta AI without any unnecessary delays or complications. We believe that users can expect a cohesive design that optimizes their ability to interact with advanced AI capabilities.

A feature to chat and talk with Meta AI is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. We will keep you updated on any further developments about this feature until it's officially released.

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