Meta Enhances WhatsApp Business with AI Tools for Improved Customer Engagement
Meta has enhanced WhatsApp Business with advanced AI tools to streamline communication and boost customer engagement. The recent rollout of Meta Llama 3 capabilities includes features like AI-driven ad targeting, real-time customer interaction, and personalized recommendations, revolutionizing how businesses connect with clients. Learn how to integrate these powerful AI tools into your business strategy for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Meta’s Messenger Introduces ‘Communities’ Feature Resembling WhatsApp
Meta’s Messenger introduces ‘Communities,’ a new feature resembling WhatsApp’s functionality, allowing users to join communities without being part of a specific Facebook group. This feature, initially launched on WhatsApp in 2022, is now accessible to all Messenger users. The ‘Communities’ feature enables admins to establish communities of up to 5,000 members for real-time conversations, benefiting organizations, schools, and private groups by facilitating more organized interactions.
WhatsApp to Introduce Customizable Chat Themes for Users
WhatsApp is set to introduce a new feature that will allow users to customize their chat experience by selecting different chat themes. This new default chat theme feature is currently being refined in the WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.11.10.70 version, with plans to introduce four additional chat theme options. Users will have the ability to switch between different themes, allowing them to tailor their chat bubble colors and wallpapers to suit their preferences, bringing a fresh and personalized touch to the messaging platform.
WhatsApp Unveils Fresh Design Updates for Improved User Experience
WhatsApp has unveiled its latest design updates, including a native bottom navigation bar on Android devices and a darker shade for dark mode to enhance user experience in low-light settings. iOS users will enjoy a new attachment layout for easier media sharing. The app’s icons have been revamped with a more rounded style, and chat backgrounds have been refreshed, offering users a more visually appealing experience.
Meta Introduces AI-Powered Chatbot ‘Meta AI’ on WhatsApp
Meta has launched its new AI-powered chatbot, Meta AI, on WhatsApp, offering features like text and image generation, language translation, and more. The rollout has begun in India and other countries, with wider availability expected soon. Users can interact with Meta AI in group chats by mentioning ‘@Meta AI’ and agreeing to Meta’s AI terms.
WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook Experience Major Outage
WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook experienced a major outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the popular social media platforms. Meta, the parent company of the three social media platforms, acknowledged the issues and assured users that they were working to resolve the disruptions. The outage, which began around 19:00 BST, resulted in approximately 82,000 issues with WhatsApp, 3,700 outages on Instagram, and 1,840 reported issues on Facebook.
WhatsApp Testing New Passkeys Privacy Feature for iOS Users
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new privacy feature for iOS users called passkeys, aimed at making account verification more secure and user-friendly. The feature adds an extra layer of security and convenience, allowing users to log in using their device passcode or biometric authentication instead of the usual 6-digit code.
WhatsApp Introduces Pop-Out Chat Feature for Windows Users
WhatsApp is introducing a new pop-out chat feature for Windows users, allowing multiple conversations to be managed simultaneously. This update aims to enhance productivity and streamline communication, part of WhatsApp’s ongoing efforts to improve user experience and facilitate seamless communication. Additionally, ‘search by date’ functionality is being rolled out for personal and group chats on Android devices, further improving the search experience for users.
How to Block and Report Contacts on WhatsApp
Learn how to block and report unwanted contacts on WhatsApp to regain control over your messaging experience. Find out when to block, how to block, when to report, and how to report. Important tips to consider are also provided to help you navigate these features effectively.
WhatsApp Partners with Feng Shui Master for Lunar New Year Tips
WhatsApp has partnered with feng shui master Thierry Chow to provide tips for the upcoming Lunar New Year based on the Chinese zodiac. The messaging platform aims to enhance communication and productivity for each of the 12 zodiac animals, offering specific tips for their users. From staying connected through video messages for those born in the Year of the Rat to protecting intimate conversations with chat lock for those born in the Year of the Ox, WhatsApp provides tailored advice for each zodiac sign.