WhatsApp’s latest update will introduce several AI features to its billions of users, integrating Meta AI to offer capabilities similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT within Meta’s suite of apps.
One significant change is the introduction of personalized image generation. Using generative AI, users can create or modify pictures from simple text prompts. “Imagine me” prompts in chats with Meta AI will allow users to visualize themselves in various scenarios, such as in different outfits or as superheroes.
Initially, this update is available only for English-speaking beta users in the US, with plans to expand to more languages and countries soon. Previous Meta AI integrations already offer features like chatting with an AI bot.
The broader update to Meta’s AI tool extends its capabilities across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, now supporting seven additional languages. This AI is powered by Meta’s new Llama 405B model, which boasts improved reasoning abilities, making it more adept at handling topics like mathematics and coding.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the Llama AI model will be open source, aiming to democratize AI benefits. He emphasized that open source is crucial for a positive AI future, enhancing human productivity, creativity, and quality of life while accelerating economic growth and scientific progress. According to Zuckerberg, open source ensures wider access to AI benefits, prevents power concentration among a few companies, and promotes safer, more equitable technology deployment.
