Key Highlights
- Elon Musk announced a brand-new X feature
- X will have the ability to make audio and video calls
- X users will need to open the app and manually enable this feature
Elon Musk has made an announcement regarding a new feature on the platform X (formerly Twitter). Users can now enjoy audio and video calling functionalities, akin to those found on popular platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp. Also Read | Planning To Leave Twitter? Here Are The Best Twitter Alternatives To Download
Anticipated Rollout
Many X users have already received notifications upon opening the app, proclaiming, “Audio and video calls are here!” Elon Musk himself has taken to his official handle on the platform to share insightful details. Musk disclosed that the company has initiated the release of an early version of this feature, albeit for select users. In his post, Musk described it as the “Early version of video and audio calling on X.”
How To Use Audio And Video Calling Feature On X
While comprehensive details about the feature are still limited, early adopters have shared screenshots that shed light on the process. To enable audio and video calling, follow these steps:
Step 1: Navigate to the ‘Direct Messages’ section within the ‘Privacy & Safety’ option in the platform’s Settings.
Step 2: Once there, toggle on the ‘Enable Audio & Video Calling’ button. That’s all.
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Customized Calling Options
Once enabled, users will have the ability to designate who can make audio and video calls to them. The options include individuals in a user’s address book, those being followed by the user, and verified users.
Global Accessibility
It remains uncertain whether X users will exclusively access audio and video calling through the company’s Android and iOS applications or if this feature will also be accessible on the web.
Elon Musk originally confirmed the imminent arrival of audio and video calling features on X in an announcement made in August of the same year. He stated that the feature would be available on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC, and notably, it would not require a phone number.
Worldwide Rollout
Finally, X has commenced the global rollout of the video and audio calling feature to all of its users.
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