WhatsApp’s AI-powered photo expansion tool starts rolling out on iOS

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WhatsApp’s AI-powered photo expansion tool starts rolling out on iOS

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Nov 6, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

WhatsApp has begun testing an AI‑powered photo expansion feature called Extend, available to select iOS users via TestFlight and the main app. The tool, similar to those in ChatGPT and Photoshop, lets users pinch or drag to enlarge images beyond their original borders. After a brief AI analysis, the expanded photo appears in the drawing editor, where users can send it or undo the change. The feature also works on status updates, and a broader rollout is anticipated as beta testing continues.

💡 Why It Matters

· By embedding advanced image editing directly into messaging, WhatsApp blurs the line between communication and creative tools, potentially redefining how users share visual content.

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