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WhatsApp Meta AI Gets a Major Update: Now Use Camera and Voice for Instructions
- byPranay Jain
- 13 Mar, 2025

WhatsApp has introduced a new update for its Meta AI feature, making it even more user-friendly. Earlier, users had to type text prompts to get AI responses, but now you can interact with Meta AI using your camera and voice. This update enhances the AI experience on WhatsApp, making it easier to get quick answers, create AI-generated images, and customize group chat icons.
New Features in WhatsApp Meta AI
1. AI-Based Group Chat Icons
- WhatsApp now allows users to design group icons with AI.
- You can generate custom AI images based on a text prompt.
- This feature makes chat groups more engaging and easier to recognize.
2. Meta AI Widget for Quick Access
- A new Meta AI widget can be added to the home screen.
- You can now interact with Meta AI without opening WhatsApp.
- The widget provides three options:
- Ask Meta AI (Text input)
- Camera (Visual input)
- Voice (Audio input)
3. AI Image & Video Generation
- Users can now type their imagination and get AI-generated images and videos on WhatsApp.
- This feature is expected to make content creation easier for users.
How to Use the New Features?
1. Creating AI-Based Group Chat Icons
- Open the WhatsApp group chat you want to customize.
- Click on the group icon and tap on the pencil icon.
- Select "Create AI Image" to open the Meta AI prompt screen.
- Type a prompt for the group icon, choose an image, and set it as your icon.
2. Using the Meta AI Widget
- If you are using the latest WhatsApp update, go to your home screen.
- Add the Meta AI widget for quick access.
- Use the widget to chat with AI, take photos, or use voice commands.