Open-source advocate Chris Messina argued that X’s code suggests that users may need a premium subscription to X to use the new feature.
Since taking over at X (formerly Twitter), Elon Musk Working to transform the microblogging platform into a super app. The latest feature to be added to the X is audio and video calling functionality, according to the rules,
Users are getting notifications saying “Audio and video calls are here” when opening the X app. However, no official announcement of the launch has been made. What is available is Elon Musk’s previous indication that the features will soon be unveiled to all users on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC.
Similarly, company CEO Linda Yaccarino confirmed in August that native calling capabilities were coming to the app. Yaccarino said it would be possible to make audio and video calls without sharing numbers. He also said that the functionality will be available within the Direct Message (DM) menu. Additionally, he explained that the feature will provide restrictions to prevent users from spam calls.
How to use the audio and video calling functionality
To use the feature, users will need to toggle the new “Enable audio and video calling” option in the app’s settings. This allows the user maximum control over the feature. Then, users can decide with whom they are comfortable using this feature. Users can allow audio and video calls from either people in their address book, followers, verified users, or all three.
Next, you can make a call by starting a DM with the user of interest, choosing the phone icon, and selecting audio or video call.
Will new features be made available at a premium?
Open-source advocate Chris Messina argued X’s code suggests that users may need a premium subscription on X to use the new feature. However, this may not be limited as there are discussions that Musk may consider premium subscription for all users.
As part of his ‘Not a Bot’ program, Musk said that X will not charge an annual subscription fee of $1. The program aims to make “significant efforts to reduce spam, platform manipulation, and activity”. Till now this scheme has become effective in New Zealand and Philippines. There are plans to launch it in other places also.

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