WhatsApp has announced the rollout of a new feature for iOS users called “Ask Meta AI”, designed to help users verify and better understand messages using artificial intelligence—without needing to forward the entire text.
How the Feature Works
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Added to the message options menu.
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Users can select “Ask Meta AI” to open a chat with the AI assistant.
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They can share the message directly or add extra context to clarify or verify it.
Fighting Misinformation
According to WABetaInfo, the feature aims to empower users to combat misinformation while maintaining privacy. Importantly, messages are not shared with the AI assistant automatically—only when the user chooses to.
Rollout Details
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Currently available in beta for iOS users.
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Already accessible on Android.
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Will expand to a wider release in the coming weeks.
Meta AI Chatbot in WhatsApp
Meta has been steadily integrating AI into WhatsApp through the Meta AI chatbot, offering a range of features:
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Instant responses – quick, accurate answers to real-world questions.
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Creative assistance – generating texts like poems, blogs, or song lyrics.
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AI image creation – turning text descriptions into images.
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Productivity boost – reminders, scheduling, and task management.
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Contextual replies – responses tailored to the flow of conversation.
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Custom bots – experimental feature to create personal AI-driven chatbots.
✨ Bottom line: With “Ask Meta AI,” WhatsApp is making conversations not only smarter but also safer, giving users a new tool to fight misinformation while unlocking creative and productivity-enhancing possibilities.
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