Elon Musk introduces XChat with similar features to WhatsApp- Details
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XChat is the new direct messaging DM feature of the X app with additional features. While, DM feature was already available on the platform, but Musk has planned to revamp the feature with a new version called XChat. This new DM version is currently available to a limited users for best testing and is said to roll out to everyone this week. In the X post, Musk said that XChat includes a 'whole new architecture' with 'Bitcoin-style encryption' to keep chats private. However, the encryption term is raising security concerns among users since Bitcoin is not described to be encrypted.
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As mentioned above, XChat includes WhatsApp-like features such as vanishing messages, file sharing, video and audio calling, encrypted messaging, and more. Therefore, X's DM feature is getting a significant makeover with additional features and enhanced security. This new move showcases Musk's vision to transform the X from a microblogging platform to a more versatile day-to-day usage.
Well, it's currently on beta testing, and it will soon be rolled out to X's paid subscribers. However, to use advanced XChat features, users may have to get the subscription version of the app to communicate with friends and family. As of now, it is unclear if XChat will be rolled out to free-tier users with limited features. Therefore, we may have to wait for official announcements to know how Elon Musk plans to transform the X app for everyday usage. Additionally, it will also be quite interesting to see how the new features compete with other messaging platforms that are currently running for free for the users.
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