WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.13: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.20.13.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that offers default suggestions to help users start chats with Meta AI, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Default chat suggestions from Meta AI |
| Status? | Rolling out |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.13 has been designated 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: | Sc, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news? | hatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.11: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that expands the GIF keyboard layout from two to three columns! |
DEFAULT CHAT SUGGESTIONS FROM META AI
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.10.9 update, we announced that a feature to allow Meta AI to suggest topics was under development. This feature would introduce a new section directly within the Meta AI conversation screen that displays a set of AI-generated prompts. These prompts cover a variety of themes, such as trending topics, entertainment, and playful questions, designed to help users instantly start a conversation without needing to come up with their own input. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing a similar feature publicly, as some beta testers have reported new topics available within the Meta AI chat screen. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.20.13 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that offers default suggestions to help users start chats with Meta AI!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a curated selection of conversation starters designed to help users interact more easily with Meta AI. These default prompts are intended to give users a clear starting point, especially for those who may not know what to ask or how to begin a chat with the AI assistant. They are automatically set by Meta as a built-in aspect of the feature and may change over time to keep the content fresh and relevant.
These suggestions are grouped into thematic categories to cover a range of possible user interests and needs. For example, a suggestion may be focused on daily life and personal experiences. Prompts in this area encourage users to talk about their day or discuss what's happening in their lives, making the interaction with Meta AI feel more personal and conversational. There is also a quick prompt related to current events, such as asking about today's top news. These suggestions encourage users to explore timely topics and stay informed through engaging conversations with Meta AI.
To make the experience more enjoyable, WhatsApp has included a fun and entertainment section. These prompts are playful and interactive, inviting users to participate in personality quizzes and imaginative games like "20 Questions", or even quirky challenges like humorous IQ tests. Another significant group of prompts falls under emotional support and guidance. These include suggestions that encourage users to talk through issues, set goals, or reflect on major life changes.
It's important to note that users are not limited to only the default suggestions provided by Meta AI. As always, users retain full freedom to type anything they want directly into the chat bar. This means users can ask Meta AI about any topic or question that interests them, without being confined to the predefined prompts. These suggestions simply inspire and guide users in starting conversations, offering helpful ideas when needed. They are designed to enhance the interaction experience, not to restrict or limit the range of topics users can explore with Meta AI.
A feature that offers default suggestions to help users start chats with Meta AI 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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