X aka Twitter starts rolling out audio, video calls for users: here is how you can use it

Elon Musk's X is now a lot more than a social media platform, it will now let users make audio and video calls on tha platform. The social media platform is introducing a new way for users to communicate with each other through audio and video calls. However, this feature is currently exclusive to X Premium (Twitter Blue) users who are using iOS devices, with plans to make it available to Android users in the near future.

If you're a free X user, you can still make use of this feature, but there are some rules to follow. You have control over who can call you by adjusting your Direct Messaging settings. By default, you can receive calls from people you follow or those in your address book. But there's a catch: to initiate a call, both you and the person you want to call must have exchanged at least one Direct Message with each other.

Here's a quick guide on how to start a call on X:

–Open your direct messages.
–Choose an existing chat or start a new one.
–Click on the phone symbol.
–Decide between 'Audio call' or 'Video call' by tapping the appropriate icons.

Once you initiate a call, the person you're calling will receive a notification. If they don't answer, they'll still receive a notification about the missed call.

Elon Musk had previously announced this addition back in August, part of his vision to transform Twitter into a versatile, multi-purpose app. The good news is that these audio and video calling features will work not only on iPhones but also on Android devices, Mac computers, and regular PCs. Interestingly, you won't need a phone number to use these features, making it even more convenient for users.
If you want to manage your calling preferences on X, follow these steps: Start by tapping the envelope icon to access your messages. Then, tap the settings icon in the top right corner to access your Messages settings. In these settings, you can enable or disable the audio and video calling feature. If you choose to enable it, you can specify who can call you, including people in your address book, those you follow, and verified users.

This expansion of X's capabilities marks an exciting development, turning the platform into more than just a place for written posts. With the inclusion of audio and video calls, users can connect and communicate in new and engaging ways, regardless of the device they're using. This transformation could redefine how people interact on social media, bringing Twitter, now X, to a broader audience.