Will you now have to pay for WhatsApp and Instagram too? Meta's new plan revealed, a premium version might be coming..

Meta is now preparing to make a major change to its most popular platforms: WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. According to reports, the company is working on introducing a separate premium subscription model for these apps. Importantly, this new plan will be completely different from the existing Meta Verified and will offer exclusive features that free users won't have access to.

Until now, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook have been completely free platforms. However, with the increasing use of AI features and significant investments, Meta is now looking to turn them into a new source of revenue. According to a TechCrunch report, Meta may include its advanced AI tools in this premium plan.

What can be expected in WhatsApp and Instagram Premium?
According to the report, Meta may include its Manus AI agent as part of the Premium subscription. This AI tool could provide users with smart replies, content creation, and other automation features. Additionally, AI-powered tools in Instagram, such as Vibes, which allows the creation of short AI videos, could also be exclusive to premium users.

Which feature might be exclusively available in Meta's new premium subscription model?
A. Unlimited storage
B. Manus AI agent
C. Offline mode
D. Free calling

Instagram users might also get some features that have been long requested, such as:

The option to see who isn't following you back.
The ability to view Instagram Stories without the other person knowing.

WhatsApp Premium is also expected to offer advanced AI features, improved chat tools, and extra customization options, although complete details are not yet available.

What will be the impact on free users?
Meta has clarified that this Premium plan will be completely optional. This means that free users will be able to use the apps as before. The company's focus is on users who are willing to pay for more features and AI tools.

However, questions regarding privacy are certainly being raised. Especially after the recent advertisements on WhatsApp, users want to know if their data will be used for AI training. Meta says that user data privacy will remain secure, as before.

Will people be willing to pay?
It will be interesting to see how many users opt for subscriptions to these apps. But one thing is certain: this move by Meta could bring about a major change in the world of social media.

Disclaimer: This content has been sourced and edited from News18 Hindi. While we have made modifications for clarity and presentation, the original content belongs to its respective authors and website. We do not claim ownership of the content.