Snapchat Unveils AI-Generated Bitmoji Pets
Snapchat's fervent investment in AI enhancements continues, mirroring the trend among tech giants. The recent introduction of an AI chatbot by the social media company has raised concerns about potential privacy risks for children.
In the latest development, Snap has granted its users the ability to effortlessly generate Snaps with a simple click of the "AI" button on the viewfinder's right side. While these AI features streamline content creation, they also eliminate the necessity for creativity in posting. On a positive note, Premium users now find it significantly easier to compose posts on Snapchat.
Adding to its suite of AI-driven functionalities, Snap discreetly unveiled yet another feature this week, catering to users who want personalized digital companions—enter the "Custom Bitmoji Pets." Currently, the AI pets are being rolled out to Snapchat+ subscribers, with shared screenshots on Twitter courtesy of Jonah Manzano offering a sneak peek into these new Bitmoji pets powered by AI.
Essentially, users can instruct the AI to craft a digital pet, which will then accompany them on the Snap Map. However, it's important to note that the AI's involvement is limited to the pet's creation process, so expectations of it suddenly becoming conversational or answering queries should be tempered.
A distinctive aspect of this new feature is that on the Snap Map, your friends on Snapchat can now witness your virtual presence, accompanied by your AI-generated digital pet. While it may seem like an unexpected addition, this feature introduces a unique dynamic that, despite not being widely requested, has now become a part of the Snapchat experience.