Meta is rolling out a new app with a social feed of vibe-coded mini games (www.businessinsider.com)

Meta has announced the rollout of Pocket, a new app that combines social interaction with AI-generated mini-games known as "gizmos." Users can create these interactive experiences by typing prompts, which can result in engaging game-like activities, such as transforming a flower into a paintbrush to draw on a touchscreen. Pocket is designed to be a social feed where users can share and discover these creations, showcasing the app's ability to respond to user input with sound effects, camera integration, and interactive gameplay. This launch is significant for the AI/ML community as it highlights Meta's continued investment in merging social networks with artificial intelligence, expanding its portfolio beyond established platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The technology behind gizmos is rooted in AI, making each experience unique and personalized. The introduction of Pocket follows Meta’s acquisition of the team behind Atma Sciences Inc. which had developed a similar app, indicating that Meta is looking to leverage innovative AI capabilities to enhance user engagement and creativity in social media. With other apps like Sekai exploring similar concepts, Pocket may help redefine interactive social experiences in the digital landscape.