WhatsApp is taking a revolutionary step in the way its users communicate by introducing an artificial intelligence (AI) feature that integrates an AI-based conversational chatbot.
The most popular messaging application in the world has partnered with LlaMa 2, the AI model developed by Meta. This feature, currently being tested for a small group of users, promises to change the dynamics of interactions within the app.
The news has been reported by WABetaInfo, a reliable source of information about the news planned by the communication platform. According to this information, the latest WhatsApp beta update for Android (version 2.23.24.26) includes a new shortcut to start conversations with the AI chatbot. This button is strategically located in the Chats tab, just above the icon to start new conversations. This move aims to provide users with quick access to AI-assisted interactions, highlighting the importance WhatsApp places on this innovative feature.
WhatsApp's AI chatbot is based on Meta's LlaMa 2 model, designed to compete with advanced natural language processing technology, such as that offered by GPT-4. Although precise details about the chatbot's capabilities have yet to be revealed, its inclusion signals a significant shift in the app's strategy to adapt to changing user demands.
Right now, the feature is available only to a select group of users who have opted for WhatsApp beta version 2.23.24.26. In the coming weeks, the feature is expected to roll out more widely, giving a larger number of users the opportunity to experience interacting with the AI chatbot.
Apart from the introduction of the AI chatbot, WhatsApp has also launched other features to improve the user experience. Among them is the group voice chat feature, which allows users to start voice conversations similar to Twitter spaces. This feature is designed for groups of between 33 and 128 participants, offering a more dynamic and flexible group calling experience.
In short, WhatsApp is responding to the growing demand for more meaningful and authentic interactions by integrating an AI chatbot into its platform.
With the promise of making communication easier and improving the user experience, these new features suggest that the app is poised to lead the next phase of messaging app evolution.
