On iOS, the Premium feature was already accessible.
Back in October of 2023, X (which was then known as Twitter) introduced voice and video calling capabilities for iOS users. An engineer at X named @enriquebrgn has announced that the functionality would soon be available for Android users. He did so in a post that read, “Audio and video calls on X are progressively being made available to Android users today! Bring your app up to date and give your mother a call.
As part of her and Elon Musk’s ambition to develop a “everything” app, Linda Yaccarino, the CEO of X, made the initial announcement in August of last year that the platform will become capable of video chat. Naturally, premium members are the only ones who can take use of the benefits that come with their grand plan. These benefits include the ability to make voice and video conversations without any restrictions. On the other hand, calls can be received by any user, regardless of whether or not they contribute to the funding of Musk’s dreams (this will cost you $8 per month or $84 monthly).
In the event that WhatsApp, Zoom, Teams, and other tools are sufficient for your needs, it is simple to disable calls on X. Navigate to the settings menu, then select privacy and safety, and finally select direct messaging. When you go there, you will find an option that reads “enable audio and video calling,” which you can make sure is turned off. On the other hand, you have the ability to control who can call you on X. Your address book, verified users, and the individuals you follow are all examples of persons who are subject to limits. Because the person on the other end of the line does not require your phone number in order to get in touch with you, these limits can be helpful in preventing unwanted calls from being placed to you.