WhatsApp is reportedly testing a feature to generate AI-powered profile photos. This feature would give users a new way to create personalised and unique profile pictures with the help of AI. It has started to roll out to select users for beta testing.
While some beta testers have been able to explore this new feature, the instant messaging platform has, however, reportedly limited the use of this feature exclusively to group icons.
This essentially means that users won't be able to create AI-generated profile pictures for their personal accounts. Users can simply describe their desired image through a prompt and then AI will generate a tailor-made image for the group profile picture that will align with their preferences, personality, or mood.
The feature could also offer theme-based image generation options, like futuristic tech or fantasy.
The feature has been showing up on the stable version of the app on Android, even for users who are not enrolled on the beta testing programme. This suggests that the company could soon start rolling out the feature on a wider scale. There is no confirmation on the availability of the feature on the iOS version.
