Meta is trying to make Messenger into a video conferencing contender

Meta is enhancing Messenger with new video and audio features to improve video calling. Users can now leave voicemail-like messages, use AI-generated backgrounds, and enjoy HD video calls with noise suppression. The app now integrates with Siri on iPhones for easier messaging. These upgrades aim to build on the over seven billion minutes of calls Messenger already hosts daily, making it more competitive with other video conferencing solutions.