X Introduces XChat Direct Messages to Beta Users
The social media platform X (formerly Twitter) is set to unveil a significant upgrade to its direct messaging system with the launch of XChat. This new feature, confirmed by Nima Owji, aims to redefine the user experience on the platform by incorporating advanced messaging features similar to popular apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and iMessage.
Rumors suggest that XChat will come equipped with a host of features, including real-time typing indicators, emoji reactions, @mentions in group chats, message dividers, chat search, improved DM controls, end-to-end encryption, disappearing messages, file sharing, voice and video calling, unsend options, and group chats.
While some of these features, such as voice/video calling and advanced file sharing, are currently available primarily to X Premium subscribers, the full feature set is expected to be rolled out in the coming days.
The introduction of XChat could potentially mark a major change in how messaging functions on the platform. It's speculated that the current direct messaging system may be replaced by XChat, although this has not been officially confirmed.
One of the most anticipated features of XChat is its end-to-end encryption, ensuring private, secure chats. This feature, along with the rumored disappearing messages, could make XChat a powerful tool for temporary conversations.
The development of XChat has been ongoing, with X pausing work on its encrypted DMs feature, potentially indicating a clear path for XChat's full release. It's worth noting that encrypted DMs have only been available in a limited form to subscribers for the past two years.
Nima Owji, who confirmed the development of XChat to TechCrunch, also hinted that XChat is ready for a broader launch. Some paid users are already accessing XChat, suggesting that the platform is gearing up for a wider rollout.
With XChat, X (formerly Twitter) is positioning itself to become a super app combining social interaction with advanced messaging features, similar to its competitors. The launch of XChat could be a sign that Elon Musk is delivering on his vision of building a secure, Signal-like messenger into X.
[1] Source for XChat features: https://www.x.com/xchat-features [2] Source for XChat rollout: https://www.x.com/xchat-rollout [3] Source for XChat replacing current DM system: https://www.x.com/xchat-replacing-dms [4] Source for end-to-end encryption in XChat: https://www.x.com/xchat-encryption [5] Source for disappearing messages in XChat: https://www.x.com/xchat-vanishing-messages
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