WhatsApp Beta Adds Screen Lock for Web Interface, Tests Support for AI-Generated Stickers on Android
WhatsApp's beta updates play a pivotal role in introducing new features or enhancing existing ones for testers to evaluate before their broader release to stable channel users. In its most recent Android app beta version, WhatsApp has incorporated a groundbreaking addition — the inclusion of AI-generated stickers, marking the platform's first integration of artificial intelligence in a user-facing feature.
Simultaneously, the beta edition of WhatsApp Web is introducing a security enhancement for its web interface. This particular feature aims to empower users with the capability to thwart unauthorized access to their conversations when their device screen is unattended.
Upon installation of WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.23.17.14, a select group of testers will gain the ability to craft and share stickers generated through artificial intelligence. This innovation, as reported by WABetaInfo, a noted feature tracker, can be found within the stickers tab. Activating the feature necessitates a tap on the newly introduced Create button.
In the latest development, WhatsApp is introducing some intriguing features and enhancements to its platform. The beta version of the WhatsApp Android app has incorporated support for AI-generated stickers, marking the platform's first user-facing feature utilizing artificial intelligence. This novel functionality enables users, after updating to WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.17.14, to create and share stickers that are generated through AI prompts. Found within the stickers tab, the feature can be accessed by tapping the new "Create" button.
This innovative feature essentially allows users to input a description for the sticker they have in mind using the "Describe your sticker" field. A sample prompt is also provided as a reference, such as "cat laughing on a skateboard." Interestingly, while the concept is intriguing, the specific AI-generated stickers are not showcased in the shared image from WABetaInfo.
Meanwhile, WhatsApp is also bolstering the security of its web interface with the latest WhatsApp Web 2.2333.11 beta update. This new feature empowers users with an added layer of protection, as they can set up a password to prevent unauthorized access to their chats on the web version of WhatsApp. However, it's important to note that users must remember their password, or otherwise log out of WhatsApp Web and log in again to regain access.
Rolling out gradually to select testers using the latest beta version of WhatsApp Web, this security feature can be activated under a new settings option located in WhatsApp Settings > Privacy. Once the password is established, users will be required to input it every time they wish to access their chats on the web interface. Additionally, the feature tracker reports that push notifications will remain concealed until the password is successfully entered, enhancing the overall security and privacy of users' chats.