WhatsApp is getting a fantastic new feature: users will be able to edit photos for their status updates using AI, eliminating the need for other apps.

WhatsApp users will soon have a new photo editing feature when posting status updates. This feature is currently being tested and will work with the help of Meta AI. It will be available on both iPhone and Android.

The year 2025 is coming to an end, but WhatsApp's stream of new features shows no sign of stopping. The company is now working on a new feature that will allow users to edit photos for their status updates directly within the app. It is reported that WhatsApp will soon have a Meta AI-powered photo editor, making photo editing easier, faster, and more convenient, eliminating the need for users to use other apps.

Feature coming to both Android and iOS

This feature was first spotted on Android beta and has now appeared on iOS beta as well. This means that the feature is being developed for both Android smartphones and iPhones. Several beta users have reported seeing a new editing screen when posting photo status updates. This screen displays filters, along with several AI tools and AI styles such as anime, comic book, clay, painting, and video game. Users can tap on any of these to give their image a similar look.

Remove unwanted objects from photos

With the help of Meta AI, users will be able to remove unwanted objects from photos while posting status updates, add new elements, and even animate photos to create short videos. This feature is currently being tested and may take a few weeks to roll out.

Users banned on WhatsApp will also be blocked on other platforms

To prevent cyber fraud, WhatsApp bans millions of contacts in India every month. Now, the government is preparing to block these banned users on other messaging platforms, including Telegram. This rule is being considered to prevent cyber fraud and scams, and discussions are currently underway. This rule will also help curb those who target people by switching between different apps after being banned from one app.