Key Highlights
- AI Chatbot Integration
- User-Friendly Button Enhances Accessibility
- Meta AI Powers WhatsApp’s Experimental Upgrade
WhatsApp is planning up for an upgrade with the introduction of an AI chatbot. The latest beta version of the app shows a dedicated button designed to streamline access to this feature, promising more convenient user experience.
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Swift Access To AI Chats
In a recent report by WABetaInfo, the new AI chatbot feature is spotlighted for its prominent placement above the ‘New Chat’ icon in the Chats tab. This strategic positioning ensures users can effortlessly open AI-powered chats, marking a departure from the initial beta release where the feature was somewhat concealed within the contact list.
The AI chatbot was first introduced by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in September. The ongoing testing phase focuses on a specific segment within the USA.
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Experimentation And Limited Rollout
While the AI chatbot has made its debut in the September beta release, it’s essential to note that its presence doesn’t guarantee inclusion in the global release of the same version. The rollout is currently limited.
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Privacy Upgrade: ‘Protect IP Address In Calls’
WhatsApp is addressing privacy concerns related to its calling feature. A new privacy feature, ‘Protect IP Address in Calls,’ has been introduced to safeguard user information. By routing individual calls through a server instead of relying on peer-to-peer connections, this feature conceals users’ IP addresses, ensuring a more secure communication environment.
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