WhatsApp is working on a new feature that allows users to access Meta AI directly from their home screen, without having to open the app.
This development was discovered in the latest WhatsApp beta version 2.25.1.27 for Android. The upcoming Meta AI widget is designed to improve convenience and ease of access. Once the feature rolls out, users can start conversations with Meta AI directly from the home screen. This will eliminate the need to open WhatsApp and navigate its interface to start a conversation.
One of the coolest features of the new widget is its ability to allow users to quickly capture and share photos with Meta AI. With this feature, users will be able to ask AI to help them with tasks such as photo editing, content analysis, or answering image-related questions.
Although the widget will provide quick access to Meta AI, it will only be available to users who already have access to AI-powered chats. Currently, this feature is limited to certain countries and users, which means that not everyone can access the widget when it launches.
The widget will be listed alongside other available WhatsApp widgets, and users will have the option to add it to their home screen.
WhatsApp aims to make interactions with Meta AI more accessible and intuitive, allowing users to quickly launch tasks such as photo editing or exploring content without needing to open the app itself.
WhatsApp is also working on another feature allowing users to create and customize their own AI chatbots within the app. This new tool will allow users to define the personality, goals and tasks of their AI companions, adapting their behavior to specific needs, such as motivation or organization.
The Meta AI widget is still under development and is expected to be released in the coming weeks. WhatsApp has not yet provided a specific timeline for its launch, but the feature promises to improve the overall user experience by making Meta AI tools more accessible and responsive.
