Meta Platforms recently introduced new features for Messenger which aim to improve the user experience during audio and video calls. Powered by artificial intelligence (AI), users can take advantage of personalized backgrounds during Messenger video calls.
It also brings HD video calls to the app and other updates such as background noise suppression, voice isolation, and voicemail-like features. Notably, this update builds upon recent improvements to the platform, including AI-generated themes which rolled out in September.
In a blog post, Meta described the new features arriving on Messenger. It introduces HD video calls, enabling users to make higher-quality calls. While it can be toggled for use with cellular data, the option will be activated by default while making calls over Wi-Fi.
Meta also brings voice isolation and background noise cancellation to improve voice clarity and reduce the environmental sound. Both features can be enabled via call settings in Messenger.
Another big highlight is the addition of AI-powered backgrounds. The feature leverages Meta AI to generate backgrounds based on text descriptions. It is available via the effects icon in video calls by tapping the Backgrounds option.
Messenger is also getting voicemail-like functionality. The company says users can leave audio or video voice messages when the recipients don’t pick up the call. The Record message option, which shows up when the call is declared as unanswered, is how the feature works.
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According to Meta, hands-free calling will soon be available to iPhone users. They can ask Siri, Apple’s voice assistant, to make calls on their behalf using voice prompts. Further, they can also dictate messages they wish to send via Siri.
The company introduced a new Memories feature for Messenger a month prior to this development. Users will be able to view and share photos from previous conversations with their community by using this feature.
