WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.15.10.73: what's new?

WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.15.10.73.
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!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.16.3 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model. This feature offers users greater control over their interactions with AI chatbots, making it easier to select the most appropriate model for various needs and specific tasks. It appears that WhatsApp now intends to offer iOS users the same opportunity to select their preferred Llama model, as it already does for the Android version. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.15.10.73 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, 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. now have access to a new feature within the Meta AI chatbot settings that allows them to select their preferred Llama model. The default choice is Llama 3-70B and it is ideal for quick and straightforward prompts. For more complex queries, users can switch to the advanced Llama 3-405B model, which is available as a preview and is restricted to a set number of prompts per week. As a result, users need to manage their usage wisely to save the advanced model for the most complicated tasks, while relying on the default model for regular interactions. However, users can continue using the Llama 3-70B model after reaching the weekly limit, which still provides faster response times and unlimited use for everyday needs.

Through this new section, users can easily choose their preferred model to compare their different responses, helping them understand the strengths and limitations of each. This comparison can be particularly useful for those who frequently interact with the AI and want to make the most out of its capabilities. Although this is useful to compare AI interactions among different models, it’s also important to note that users should be aware of the inherent limitations and differences in how each model handles various types of queries. While the advanced Llama 3-405B may provide more nuanced and detailed responses, it also comes with usage limits that might affect its accessibility for everyday tasks. Conversely, the Llama 3-70B offers faster and unlimited responses but may not handle complex queries as effectively, although it still provides high-quality results. Therefore, users should strategically choose the model that best suits their needs for different scenarios, ensuring a balanced and efficient use of the AI's capabilities.

A feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model is available to some beta testers who install the latest versions of WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming weeks.

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