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WhatsApp Preps ‘Thinking Mode’ for Meta AI in Android Beta Code

An in-chat toggle is planned to let users pick quick replies or slower, reasoning-focused answers.

Overview

  • References to the feature were found in WhatsApp Android beta version 2.26.3.10, as documented by WABetaInfo.
  • The capability remains under development with no release date and is not available to users or beta testers.
  • Meta AI is set to offer two modes labeled fast and thinking, selectable from a new menu inside the chat.
  • A thunder icon will indicate fast mode and a light bulb will mark thinking mode, signaling deeper analysis.
  • Fast mode stays the default for brief responses, while thinking mode is intended for complex, multi-step tasks that benefit from structured answers.