WhatsApp is reportedly gearing up to introduce an AI chatbot on its instant messaging platform, with the latest beta version of the app featuring a dedicated button for easy access to this new feature.
According to a report from WABetaInfo, a button has been added above the icon for initiating new chats in the Chats tab. This button aims to expedite the opening of AI-powered chats, enhancing the overall speed and convenience for users.
The AI chatbot, powered by Meta AI, was initially unveiled by Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta (WhatsApp's parent company), in September. During the announcement, he revealed that the company was conducting tests on AI-driven chatbots for a specific segment within the USA.
In the initial September beta release of WhatsApp, the AI chatbot was introduced but was somewhat hidden within the contact list, making it challenging for users to locate and initiate conversations. To streamline this process and improve user experience, the WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.23.24.26 now includes a small button on the home screen for quick access to the chatbot.
Positioned just above the 'New Chat' button in the bottom right corner, the button is identified as a white square with a multicolored ring. A simple tap swiftly launches the Meta AI chatbot. It's worth noting that AI chatbots are currently an experimental feature and have been rolled out in a limited capacity, according to the report.
Reportedly, the presence of the feature in the WhatsApp beta does not guarantee its inclusion in the global release of the same version. Additionally, the specific timeline for the broader availability of this feature cannot be disclosed at this moment.
In a recent blog post, WhatsApp shared that its calling feature utilizes peer-to-peer connections, ensuring faster data transfers and optimal audio quality. However, a notable drawback of this approach is the requirement for users to reveal their IP addresses to each other, potentially exposing information such as their data provider and geographical location to the other participant.
To address this privacy concern, WhatsApp has introduced a new privacy feature called 'Protect IP Address in Calls.' With this setting enabled, individual calls no longer rely on P2P connections but instead are routed through a server, effectively concealing the user's IP address from the view of other participants. It's important to note that group calls have always utilized this server-based relay, and now, individual calls do as well.
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