WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.18.4: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.18.4.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to create personalized AI-powered chatbots, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.1.26 update, we announced that a feature to create personalized AI chatbots was under development. This feature aims to empower users by allowing them to design and customize their own AI characters directly within the app, enabling tailored interactions based on individual preferences and needs. Through an intuitive interface, users will be able to define the chatbot's personality, role, and objectives, with the help of templates and suggestions provided by WhatsApp. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature with the public, as some beta testers have reported seeing the new option to create chatbots. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.18.4 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to create personalized AI-powered chatbots!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that allows them to create an AI assistant directly within WhatsApp. This feature was previously made available for Instagram, Messenger, and through the Meta AI Studio website, but Meta is now bringing the same powerful capabilities to WhatsApp. This move finally allows WhatsApp users to also enjoy the freedom of building their own AI companions, customizing everything from personality and tone to appearance and purpose, and making the experience uniquely tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

Within WhatsApp, once users access the AI Studio, they will be guided through a creation flow that includes naming their AI, defining its personality, choosing a tone, designing an avatar, and writing a catchy tagline to attract other users. During the creation process, WhatsApp provides templates that users can use as a helpful starting point to build an effective AI. These templates are automatically tailored based on the initial details the user provides about the AI's intended role and personality, making it easier to get started and ensuring consistency throughout the chatbot's behavior and style. For example, if the user says their AI is a motivational coach with a calm and inspiring tone, WhatsApp will generate an appropriate personality profile and conversation style for that role. These templates help users quickly bring their AI to life without needing technical expertise.

After completing the setup, users can choose whether to share their AI publicly or keep it private. If they choose to make it public, WhatsApp allows them to generate a shareable link that can be sent to friends, groups, or even posted on social media, making it easier for others to start chatting with the AI character. For example, a user who creates a travel recommendation AI with a friendly tone and useful tips could share the link in travel forums or WhatsApp groups to help others plan their trips. On the other hand, keeping an AI private might be useful if it's designed for personal productivity, like a daily planner or study assistant, or if it handles sensitive conversations, such as journaling or mental health check-ins. It can also be helpful to keep the AI private during the testing phase, allowing the creator to refine its responses and behavior before releasing it to a broader audience.

Creating a personalized AI allows users to build a chatbot that understands their goals, whether it's for entertainment, learning, customer support, or just daily encouragement. For example, users might design an AI that delivers motivational quotes each morning, or answers common questions about a topic they are passionate about. Unlike generic AIs, a custom-built assistant reflects the specific tone, preferences, and communication style, making conversations feel more natural and engaging. It also enables users to tailor the AI's behavior and content to suit particular audiences or use cases, whether they're interacting with it alone or sharing it with others. This level of personalization helps ensure that each interaction feels more intentional, relevant, and impactful.

A feature to create personalized AI-powered chatbots 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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