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WhatsApp will add AI Image-generation powered by Meta
Meta will allow WhatsApp users to generate AI image of themselves using artificial intelligence. WABetaInfo discovered in WhatsApp Beta v2.24.14.13 that developers are working on the development of an optional feature to allow users to generate AI images.
WhatsApp is working to deploy the AI image generation feature with the next update. It will let users take a single set of photos, which Meta AI will then use to generate AI images. The given image will be adjustable, making the AI generate images accurately.
Developers intend to bring full control over this feature to users. Ensuring security and privacy, WhatsApp’s image creator will allow you to delete setup photos at any time through the Meta AI settings. Tapping the “Imaging me” button will begin the Meta AI magic on setup photo.
As the function is under development, more updates may arrive before deployment. Once the development phase concludes, testing will take place on the Beta channel. We expect the feature to be rolled out on the Stable channel before July ends.
WhatsApp Beta 2.24.14.7
With the previous Beta (v2.24.14.7) release, it was revealed that WhatsApp was working on a feature to choose the Meta AI Llama model. This upcoming section will allow users to select between different Llama models (Llama 3-70B or Llama 3-405B) for their AI interactions.
WhatsApp is releasing a new feature for content sharing on channels with its latest beta update for Android. The new update is available for users with version 2.24.14.15 through the Google Play Beta Program.
The fresh update brings a long-awaited feature, which allows beta testers to forward and share messages, photos, videos, and GIFs directly to channels. This new feature simplifies content sharing for channel owners and lets them easily share media from personal chats or other apps like file explorers directly to their channels.
Previously, users had to save media locally before uploading it to channels, but now, the process is seamless and easy. This new feature not only improves the content-sharing experience but also enhances engagement by ensuring that channels remain updated with fresh content.
By removing additional steps, WhatsApp reduces the time and effort required to maintain channels. This feature aims to make WhatsApp more user-friendly for forwarding and sharing content.
The new feature of WhatsApp for channel content sharing and forwarding is currently available for limited beta testers. It is a gradual rollout, more beta testers will soon get it.
Google Contacts for Android will soon get a new Besties Widget. The app’s version 4.35 suggests that Google is working on a Besties Widget. At present, the functionality or widget design hasn’t been revealed but will pop up as the development continues.
The Contacts app’s Individual contact widget has recently been updated with the ability to display notifications. In the APKTeardown, the Google Contacts app’s upcoming Besties Widget has the exact layout as the Favorite widget and shows starred contacts (via 9to5Google).
The new Besties Widget is slated to replace the Favorite widget. The widget isn’t functional in the latest version, but it will be enhanced with future releases. It is assumed that the widget’s development is currently in quite early phases.
The Google Contacts app is available for all Android devices. Samsung Contacts app is already fueled with pretty nice features, but consumers can get a refresh with Google’s Contacts app. You can download the app from the Google Play Store for your Android device for free.
Samsung has released a new update for its Checkout app with version 5.0.75.1 for One UI devices. The fresh update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 15.02MB.
The new update enhances user experience by improving current functions and resolving known issues within the app. The update aims to make the app more efficient and reliable.
It’s advisable to install updates promptly to benefit from the enhanced features and improved stability. To check and install the update, visit Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here.
Samsung Checkout is a billing application for purchasing paid content within Samsung Content Services. Samsung Pay/Wallet enables buying products from these services. It is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 4.4 Kitkat or higher.
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