With Messenger, connecting with the people who matter in your life has never been easier. Whether you’re sending Reels to friends or video calling loved ones, Messenger makes it simple. Every day, people around the world collectively spend over 7 billion minutes on calls across Facebook and Messenger, and we’re constantly working on new ways to enhance this experience.
Today, we’re excited to announce new Messenger Calling features, many of which are among our most requested. Now, calling is easier, more reliable, and more fun.
AI Backgrounds in Video Calling
In September, we introduced new ways to personalize Messenger chat themes with unique, AI-generated images from Meta AI. Soon, you’ll be able to use AI backgrounds in Messenger video calls to reflect your mood or add a little excitement to your call.
To start creating your personalized AI background, tap on the effects icon in the sidebar of your next video call and select “Backgrounds.”
HD Video Calls and Noise Suppression
We’re introducing HD video calls, background noise suppression, and voice isolation to help you make clearer, higher-quality calls directly from Messenger. Talking digitally will feel more like being in the same room.
HD will be enabled by default for video calls made on WiFi. To enable HD for video calls on cellular data, go to your call settings and turn on “Mobile data for HD video.”
Background noise suppression and voice isolation can be enabled via call settings in Messenger.
Audio and Video Messages
Messenger Calling is becoming more like a fully outfitted phone, with some extra features. Now, you can leave audio or video messages when your friends can’t pick up.
Tap the “Record message” button to leave an audio message for unanswered audio calls or a video message for unanswered video calls.
Hands-Free Calling and Messaging
When your hands are full or your phone is out of reach, you can now ask Siri to help you make your calls and send messages wherever you are. Try saying, “Hey Siri, send a message to Cassandra on Messenger,” and then dictate your message.
