Twitter has announced a significant update to its direct messaging (DM) feature, allowing users to choose from a wide range of emojis to react to conversations. Previously, users were limited to a select set of emojis to react to the most recent DM. The new feature brings Twitter in line with other popular messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and a prominent figure on Twitter, shared the news with his followers, stating that the feature would be available with the latest app update. This move by Twitter aims to enhance user engagement and communication within DMs, providing a more expressive and interactive experience.
In addition to the emoji reactions, Musk also hinted at the imminent release of encrypted DMs. While no specific details were provided regarding the indicator for end-to-end encryption, Musk’s announcement indicated that Twitter is making progress towards making DMs more secure and private. This aligns with Musk’s previous statements about wanting to surpass the privacy features of messaging app Signal.
However, it is worth noting that Musk’s past predictions regarding timelines have not always been accurate. In March, he tweeted about Twitter’s plans to roll out encrypted DMs by the end of that month, but the feature has yet to materialize. As a result, it remains uncertain whether the upcoming release will indeed include end-to-end encryption.
In his post, Musk also teased another upcoming addition to Twitter’s DM feature: the ability to make voice and video calls. This move further supports his vision of transforming Twitter into an “everything app,” offering a wide range of functionalities beyond its original purpose as a microblogging platform.
As users eagerly anticipate these new features, the introduction of emoji reactions marks a significant step in Twitter’s efforts to enhance DM interactions. While the timeline for encrypted DMs remains uncertain, Twitter users can look forward to a more expressive and potentially more secure messaging experience in the near future.
