WhatsApp introduces a new feature that allows Android device users create custom avatarsan option that already exists the latest beta version of the app.

Ever since he announced his interest in meta development virtual universeThe company is introducing the possibility of using three-dimensional (3D) avatars in some of its applications. Facebook, Messenger and Instagram.

At the end of last June, WABetaInfo warned that the company is developing this feature for WhatsApp using an alternative array. Memoji/Birmojiwell, custom avatars with human faces.

A few days ago, the same portal reported: these resources can be used as ‘stickers’ and said the platform can automatically create a repertoire of personalized avatars to share them via individual or group chats.

Now, as he warned in the latest WhatsApp beta update for Android 2.22.23.9 downloaded from the Play Store, he stated that the company has implemented this tool, which some beta testers already have access to.

Through a screenshot, WABetaInfo shared the avatar configuration menu, which can be used not only as a ‘sticker’ on the messaging platform, but also as a WhatsApp profile picture.

This option, located in the ‘Settings’ section of the account, is expected to be activated soon. It is unknown whether this Meta service will reach the entire user base and currently iOS devices.