Tech Desk 
Aug 03, 2025
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a feature that enables users to initiate real-time voice chats with Meta AI, introducing a more accessible way to interact with the chatbot.
WABetaInfo reported that the new feature, available to some beta testers in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.21.10.76 update, is set to roll out more widely in the coming weeks.
With the upcoming update, iOS users can start a voice session with Meta AI by tapping the waveform icon in the Chats tab.
Users can enable a setting in voice preferences to start voice chats automatically when opening Meta AI from this tab. Notably, this setting is off by default, giving users full control over when voice interactions begin.
In addition, Meta-owned instant messaging platform allows some users to instantly initiate a voice conversation with Meta AI directly from the Calls tab, without any additional action.
The updated interface includes pre-made prompt suggestions to help users start conversations on a variety of topics, particularly useful for those unsure of what to ask or say to Meta AI.
Voice chats with Meta AI can continue in the background while users switch to other apps by tapping the "collapse" icon.
This enables Meta AI to listen and give feedback as users read notes aloud or browse websites — creating a seamless, phone call-like experience.
On iOS, an orange dot appears in the top-right corner of the screen whenever an app actively uses the microphone.
To note, this is part of Apple’s system-level privacy protections and cannot be modified, hidden, or overridden by any app, including WhatsApp.
