WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows real-time voice chats with Meta AI through the app’s interface. The option is currently available for some beta users on iOS via the TestFlight app, as part of the 25.21.10.76 beta update.

 

 

Users can start a voice session with Meta AI by tapping a waveform icon located in the Chats tab. There is a voice preference option that allows voice chats to automatically begin when Meta AI is activated from this tab; the setting is disabled by default.

 

 

Additionally, some users can initiate a voice chat with Meta AI from the Calls tab, offering another quick way to start the conversation. The interface features a list of suggested prompts to assist users who might be uncertain about how to initiate the interaction.

 

 

While engaged in a voice session, users can also attach and send photos from their gallery or camera, using shortcuts positioned near the input field. This facilitates the inclusion of visual content during the ongoing voice chat.

 

 

The voice chat can continue to operate in the background if the user navigates to a different app. By selecting the collapse icon, the session remains active while users engage in other activities like reading or browsing.

 

 

Users have the option to mute their microphone or terminate the voice session by clicking the close button or reverting to text chat. On iOS devices, an orange dot appears in the upper corner of the screen whenever an app accesses the microphone. This is managed by the operating system and cannot be modified or turned off by WhatsApp.

 

 

At the moment, the feature is restricted to a select group of beta testers. WhatsApp is anticipated to broaden access to additional users in the upcoming weeks.