WhatsApp is developing a new feature that uses AI to create personalized avatars of users. The feature, found in WhatsApp Beta for Android version 2.24.14.7

combines user images, text prompts, and Meta’s AI Llama model to generate custom avatars. Users can place their avatars in various virtual settings, such as forests or outer space.”

Representative Image (Image source: Pexels)

WhatsApp Develops Personalized AI Avatars

WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is currently developing a new feature that will allow users to create personalized AI avatars of themselves. These avatars can be placed in various virtual settings, such as forests, beaches, or even outer space.

How it Works

To generate their avatar, users will need to submit photographs of themselves, which will serve as reference images for Meta AI. Then, they can create their avatar by typing commands such as “Imagine me in a forest” or “Imagine me on a beach” in the Meta AI chat or by using “@Meta AI imagine me…” in other WhatsApp conversations.

Key Features

• The feature uses a combination of user-provided images, text prompts, and Meta’s AI Llama model to generate the custom avatars.
• Users will have the ability to envision themselves in various virtual settings.
• The generated images are similar to those produced by popular AI generators like Lensa AI or Snapchat’s “Dreams” selfie feature.
• The feature will be optional, and users can delete the reference images stored in Meta AI settings at any time, ensuring privacy and control over personal data.

Rollout and Availability

WhatsApp is currently rolling out support for its Meta AI chatbot and real-time AI image generation capabilities, particularly in the United States.

However, the launch of the AI avatar feature will be gradual due to the complexities associated with generative AI tools. As development progresses, WhatsApp users can expect a new dimension of personalization and creativity in their messaging experience,

facilitated by advanced AI capabilities.

Launch

WhatsApp is still rolling out support for its Meta AI chatbot and real-time AI image generation for users in the US — so it may take a while before the new AI avatar feature launches.

The launch of the AI avatar feature may be subject to gradual deployment as

WhatsApp and Meta navigate the complexities associated with generative AI tools.

Given previous challenges with generative AI technologies, Meta appears to be adopting a cautious approach

to ensure the functionality and security of this upcoming feature.

As development progresses, WhatsApp users can expect a new dimension of personalization and creativity in their messaging experience,

facilitated by advanced AI capabilities.

Feature:

The in-development feature uses a combination of user-supplied images, text prompts, and Meta’s AI Llama model to generate the images.

https://theprint.in/tech/whatsapp-ventures-into-personalized-ai-avatars-with-new-feature-development/2161270