X, formerly known as Twitter, is on the brink of unveiling a new addition to its array of features: video calling. The CEO, Linda Yaccarino, confirmed this development in a recent interview with CNBC, shedding light on the platform’s evolving nature.
With Elon Musk’s vision of transforming the platform into an all-encompassing “everything app” after acquiring Twitter, X is undergoing a metamorphosis beyond its previous boundaries as a social media outlet.
As this ambitious plan starts to take shape, recent reports from TechCrunch highlight Linda Yaccarino’s confirmation that X will soon integrate a video call feature that doesn’t necessitate a phone number. This move signals a step towards making X a more versatile and comprehensive communication hub.
Nonetheless, the precise launch date for this video call feature remains undisclosed, leaving users and enthusiasts in anticipation. It’s yet to be clarified whether this functionality will be exclusive to X Blue subscribers or whether it will be accessible to all users without any charge.
X’s journey to becoming a multifunctional app has seen a series of successful milestones. Initiatives like the ad revenue-sharing program for creators, the extension of character limits to 2,500 for X Blue users, and the latest support for video content lasting up to 2 hours underscore the platform’s evolving nature.
In line with the ongoing developments, rumors suggest that X is also exploring other avenues. Elon Musk’s mention of potential payment systems and an emerging e-commerce dimension within the platform hints at its wider ambitions. The music industry is also on the radar as X charts its course for the future.
