How to Turn Off Meta AI on WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, and Facebook

The new blue circle appearing on your widely-used apps is a ChatGPT version of Meta, known as Meta AI, to help users do tasks fast and save their time. But not everyone is a fan of AI and wants this new feature to be on their screens while scrolling on Facebook, Instagram, or chatting on WhatsApp. So how can one get rid of it?

Can one get rid of it?

Frankly speaking, there is not a way to escape from it permanently. Meta, just like Google and Microsoft, feels compelled to rise in the artificial-intelligence industry, so it has included AI in all its services. However, it appears to be an unnecessary option, not required by all.

A loophole can help

One cannot get rid of it permanently, but making it invisible is an option we still have. Here are the steps you can take to make the AI icon invisible on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

On WhatsApp Mobile

• First, go to your WhatsApp and open the chat with Meta AI

• Tap on the profile name written at the top in the chat i.e. Meta AI.

• Tap on the notification tab and tap notification option.

• In next window choose Always from the options and click OK.

On Messenger Mobile

• Open the Messenger app on your phone.

• Click on the Meta AI symbol on your chat page

• Now, the chat window will open; look for the info icon in this window

• In next tab, select the mute option and then select Until I change it and then tap OK.

On Facebook Mobile

• Click on the Meta AI logo at the top of the page.

• In new tab, select the i (information) option at the top-right corner of the page.

• In next window, select the mute option under the AI symbol and then choose Until I change it from the given options.

On Instagram Mobile

Muting Meta AI on IG is as easy as the three methods mentioned above:

• Click on the AI symbol in the search bar at the top of the page.

• Click on the i option given at the top-right corner.

• Select mute from the given options and then choose Until I change it from the list.

Some other remedies

If you are not willing to go through all this hassle, a better option exists to overcome the issue. Strat using the web version of the apps or Lite versions as AI feature is still non-existent there. But iPhone users are exempt from using this panacea, as these apps are not available on iOS. They have to show a little cunning wit and do the following:

• Open their Facebook or Instagram account on Safari browser.

• Click on the share icon and then choose Add to home screen.

The aforementioned trick would generate a shortcut of apps in question and add them to your collection of apps on home screen.

The above-mentioned ways could be used by users not happy with the addition of AI feature in their widely-used apps.

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Here's How Generative AI is Revolutionizing Marketing Creativity and Efficiency

Artificial intelligence, especially generative AI, is reshaping the marketing landscape nowadays. It is offering new ways for professionals to enhance creativity, streamline research, and optimize analytics. AI tools are becoming integral in the marketing field, helping marketers to generate content quicker, increase efficiency and build more creative campaigns.

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT have become essential in many marketers toolkits. For instance, a 2024 survey highlighted that 68% of B2B marketing leaders use generative AI to produce more content efficiently. Meanwhile, 55% leverage these tools to focus on high-value tasks, and 51% use AI to create content that is both optimized and engaging.

Additionally, the popularity of AI is evident in the upskilling of marketing professionals. LinkedIn's 2024 Global Marketing Jobs Outlook report shows an increased focus on AI skills. The top LinkedIn Learning courses for marketers now include topics such as "What is Generative AI?", "Introduction to Artificial Intelligence", and "Ethics in the Age of Generative AI". These courses are part of a broader trend where twice as many marketing leaders have added AI skills to their profiles in the last quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022.

Furthermore, the demand for AI literacy is growing in the workplace. According to Microsoft and LinkedIn's 2024 Work Trend Index, 71% of leaders would prefer to hire a candidate with AI skills over one with more experience but without such skills. A significant 66% of leaders stated they would not hire someone lacking AI literacy.

The impact of AI on marketing extends to job opportunities and the competitive landscape. Over half of the marketers plan to use AI to gain a competitive advantage. The integration of AI into marketing not only facilitates a more efficient workflow but also fosters a creative and competitive industry. This shift suggests that we are moving towards a work environment that allows for more human interaction. This enables marketers to perform more fulfilling work and collaborate efficiently.

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Canalys Report: AI Smartphones Surge Amid Privacy Concerns

The latest report from research firm Canalys shows that there are growing concerns about privacy on AI smartphones. As we already know, AI is going to be a major force driving the smartphone market this year. Many companies are launching PCs and smartphones which are AI powered. Recently, Microsoft launched its Surface AI PC which has CoPilot+ features. Some other companies have also launched their devices which are powered by AI. Canalys has predicted that due to AI, PC sales will increase by 8% this year.

The report from Canalys talks about how presence of AI in hardware of smartphones is capable of executing AI models and supporting real-time device inference. Many of the big smartphones like Samsung Galaxy S24, Google Pixel Phones and Apple iPhone 15 have integrated AI in the smartphones. About 16% of the smartphones that will be sold this year will be powered by AI while in 2028, the percentage will increase to 54%. This means that manufacturers of smartphones will have a huge advantage due to AI smartphones. But despite all that, manufacturers will also have to face some challenges and negative effects of that.

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AI smartphones are generally safe to use but after studying 5000 participants, it was found that users are still facing privacy concerns due to AI capabilities. Canalys noted that these concerns are due to storage, usage and utilization of AI algorithms. The report says that over half of the participants in the survey are not sure if their data is safe. There are also some other problems like users not understanding AI use on those smartphones and their inability to use all the features on AI smartphones.

In the market of AI smartphones, Apple is going to take the lead with its iPhone with A17 Pro Chip which will offer a lot of features. About 55% of the AI smartphone market will be Apple's by 2025. It is because of its premium hardware and software, followed by a capable developer community.

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Report by Adobe Shows New Trends in Fonts, Colors and Other Elements on Websites in 2024

The 2024 small business branding report by Adobe analyzed 930 websites to determine which colors, fonts and features are getting popular in 2024. All of the websites which were analyzed were all from small businesses which made it easy to study all the designs and features in detail. When the font colors were analyzed on those websites, the report found out that many brands are now opting for natural background colors like white (85%) and gray (34%). Other preferred colors were blue (22%) and black (9%). These were also the preferences for font colors as having neutral colors on the website makes readability easier. When you are choosing fonts for a website, it is important to have a background and font color contrast that is easier on eyes.

Adobe's report also talked about the font styles which are getting popular in 2024. The font style that is dominating the websites is Open Sans. The top font family is San-Serif which 90% of the websites are using nowadays. Other fonts that are being widely used include Roboto and Montserrat. A little drawback of using serif fonts is that they have to be adjusted according to the resolution and screen size. They, undoubtedly, add a touch of elegance to the blog but if there is a long reading material, it is advised to not use this font because it can affect the readability of the readers.

Other things that should be included in websites in 2024 are photographs (87%), Call to action button (86%) and illustrations (47%). Contact information, place to enter the email and zip code should also be a part of a website. The website should also give information about its Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages so that users could follow it on social networks. This whole report by Adobe shows that small and new businesses would try to make a website that is easy to access and has all the information and visitor wants. Only then can these businesses and websites increase their digital presence and attract customers.

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Facebook Is Making Significant Changes Keeping Young Adults In Mind, Meta Confirms

Facebook has been around for two decades now and that’s a long time when you think of a social network.

Over the years, we’ve seen one trend that just never seems to fade out. And that’s the company’s popularity amongst young adults. This might be one of the main reasons why the firm just announced how it is shifting focus to better appeal to the youth.

The company just rolled out a new update that explains how the platform is certainly for everyone but its future certainly lies with the youth. This is why a host of changes are being developed keeping the younger lot in mind.

The latest reorientation is not something shocking as it’s a true reflection of where it sees itself in the future and how it wishes to ensure the next generation can benefit the most.

For years, we’ve seen the tech giant’s executives do everything in their power to win over youngsters so that it could compete with its biggest arch rival which happens to be TikTok.

Three years back, Mark Zuckerberg said he wished to make the famous firm similar to the works of ‘North Star’. Both Alison and Zuckerberg were in the talks about this app and how it was focused on an algorithm whose feed was more aligned with discovery as compared to a user’s connections.

Now that vision is slowly and surely picking up the pace, The organization’s AI advancements are plenty and they’re improving as time goes by. Both Reels and Feed are rolling out advanced recommendations that have come into place after close and careful analysis.

Private sharing amongst so many users continues to be rising and more and more people share videos. While there is no update on how it wishes to get the video back on track, that might also be another possibility.

But what happened to the metaverse? It was alarming to see how the recent update by Meta on Facebook failed to mention the futuristic ideology. Zuckerberg saw this as the leading product capability enabled by the likes of AI which is the main goal at the end. It would help in attracting more young minds.

Looks like most metaverse initiatives are being rebranded as projects enabled through AI which makes more sense.

For now, it’s not quite clear what success Facebook’s parent firm would get in terms of winning over the youth with these changes. But Facebook feels five-quarters of its healthy growing population is made up of young minds located in the American and Canadian regions.

Today, the daily active user count has hit the 40 million target and it’s still quite small when you consider there are close to 205 million DAU across the US alone who use Facebook religiously. Mind you, such stats are linked to February. So we assume that the count has grown over the months.

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From 'Don't Be Evil' to Legal Battles: The Erosion of Google's User-Centric Philosophy

Google, once renowned as the best search engine, provided services like Google Maps and the Android Open Source Project, benefiting many people and companies at a low cost. Its initial public offering was even designed to help average investors. However, these positive steps seem to belong to the past, as Google's actions today suggest a shift away from focusing on consumers.

Originally, Google's motto "Don't be evil" highlighted its commitment to moral behavior, especially in separating ads from search results and protecting user privacy. But over time, this motto has become less visible, and the company's actions have diverged from its original moral standards. For instance, Google's search engine, once praised for its effectiveness, now often provides less helpful results. The company pushes artificial intelligence powered answers, making it harder to find genuine information unless users specifically seek the "verbatim" setting.

Google faces numerous lawsuits around the world, suggesting a shift towards prioritizing profit over user privacy and fair competition. These legal battles involve accusations of privacy violations, antitrust issues, and other unethical behaviors. High-profile cases include disputes with the U.S. Department of Justice, the European Union, and other governments and corporations, focusing on Google's practices around data privacy and competition.

Moreover, Google's reputation has suffered due to the discontinuation of many of its products. Each year, Google discontinues services that did not meet expectations or were poorly managed. This pattern has become a running joke among Google users, undermining trust in the company's new products and services.

Content creators and developers also face challenges due to Google's policies. YouTube creators struggle with vague content guidelines and inconsistent enforcement, which affects their ability to earn money. Android developers face similar issues, with Google's changes often forcing them to update their apps or risk losing revenue.

Despite these issues, Google still employs talented engineers who work to improve products and the user experience. The company has made some attempts to maintain reasonable prices for products like the Pixel 8a and supports open-source initiatives. However, whether Google can truly return to its original ethos of not being evil remains uncertain, as the company continues to prioritize data aggregation and advertising revenue over the interests of its users and partners.

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New Research Shows People’s Usage of Smartphones in Bed in Morning and at Night

There was a time when we used to wash our face or brush our teeth first thing in the morning. But now, the first thing we do after waking up is to check our phone. NordVPN commissioned a survey to find out how much we use our mobile phones in bed. According to the survey, it was found that 83% of the people in the world use their mobile phones in bed for different purposes like watching Netflix or catching up with news. Out of all the countries which participated in the survey, it was found out that Mexicans were the people who use their digital devices in bed the most with 97% claiming to do so. On the other hand, Swiss people use their digital devices in bed the least (75%).

88% of the respondents in the survey use their mobile phones in bed, 43% watch TV, 34% use their laptops while 29% use tablets in bed every night. There is also a difference in mobile usage among morning birds and night owls. 89% of people who stay up most of the night use their mobile phones in bed in the evening or at night while only 38% of the early risers engage in digital activities upon waking up. 90% of the people in Nordic countries use their mobile phones at night while 40% do so in the morning. 46% of the people in the US use their mobile phones in bed in the morning while 89% do so at night.

Mobile alarms are the main reason over half of the respondents of the survey wake up in the morning. After waking up in the morning, 72% of Mexicans check their media, 54% Germans check news and 73% Polish people check emails, messages and SMS while in bed. 51% of the people in the US check the weather forecast on their devices first thing in the morning, 57% check the emails and 51% watch videos. Only 27% of Americans are interested in reading and listening to news after waking up.

The research also says that out of 89% of respondents between the ages of 18-74 who use their mobile phones in bed, only 46% of them are satisfied with their screen times. 42%-45% of people in English speaking and Nordic countries admit that they spend more time on their digital devices than they want to. Residents of Spain, Mexico and Japan say that they use their mobile phones less than the intended times (25%-28%).

More than half of the respondents of the survey admitted to not using bedtime mode on their smartphones while 30%-40% of people living in Australia and Mexico use bedtime mode frequently. 63%-68% of Japanese, American and Polish do not use bedtime mode because they want to be available even when they are sleeping.

There is also a factor of doom scrolling while in bed. 39% of the respondents agreed that they doom scroll in bed while 31% weren’t sure if their scrolling could be categorized as doom scrolling. 44%-50% of Americans, Mexicans and Norwegians admitted to doom scrolling. 40% of the respondents also admitted that they doom scroll on their devices when they are next to their loved ones. 47%-52% of Brits, Australians and Mexicans didn’t find it odd to use their smartphones next to their loved ones in bed.

51% of the respondents admitted that using smartphones in their beds is a waste of their time while about 48% of them admitted that doom scrolling affects their sleep negatively. In the US, the percentage of people admitting the negative effects of using smartphones in bed was 58% while 54% use them next to their significant others.

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