Meta Launches AI App with Regional Voice Features

Meta has launched a standalone Meta AI app, powered by its latest Llama 4 model, with initial voice feature availability limited to users in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The app offers personalized, context-aware responses by leveraging data from users' Facebook and Instagram accounts and provides both text and voice chat capabilities. A distinctive 'Discover' feed enables users to explore and share AI use cases, fostering a social experience that sets it apart from competitors like ChatGPT and Gemini. Integration with Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses allows users to continue conversations across devices. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has outlined Meta's ambition to reach over a billion users and directly challenge leading AI chatbots from OpenAI and Google. The launch is part of Meta's broader strategy to expand its AI presence, with increased investment in AI infrastructure and teams.