WhatsApp is set to introduce a new widget that integrates Meta AI, enabling users to chat with the AI and perform photo analysis directly from their home screen.

This optional feature will be available only to users who currently have access to AI-powered chats, with certain regions like the EU excluded due to local regulations.

Designed for convenience, the widget allows quick access to Meta AI without the need to open the app, streamlining user interaction.

Meta AI leverages Llama 3.1 technology, which provides advanced capabilities including language translation, information summarization, and image creation.

These updates underscore Meta's commitment to enhancing user experience across its messaging platforms.

However, the timeline for rolling out these features beyond beta testing is uncertain, with potential delays of weeks or months before they reach all eligible users.

As the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, Meta is advancing its AI initiatives while also rolling back some previous policies.

The upcoming widget is comparable to Google Lens, offering detailed information about images sent to the AI.

Additionally, the new widget features a camera shortcut for fast image capture and sharing, enhancing its functionality compared to existing widgets.