XChat: The WhatsApp Killer Nobody Asked For (But Might Actually Need)
If you’re still calling it “Twitter,” Elon Musk probably isn’t happy with you. But soon, we might have to stop calling private messages “DMs” too. According to multiple sources inside X (yes, it’s still weird to say that), the company is working on a total replacement for its messaging system—ditching the old DM tab for a new XChat feature.
This isn’t just a name change. Insiders say XChat will be a full-blown messaging app built into X, with features that finally bring it up to speed with WhatsApp, Telegram, and iMessage. And knowing Musk, this is just one more piece of his grand plan to turn X into the “everything app” he’s been hyping for years.
But here’s the real question: Will anyone use it?
What We Know About XChat (So Far)
Let’s be honest—X’s current DM system is… not great. It’s clunky, lacks basic features, and feels like an afterthought. XChat, on the other hand, sounds like a complete overhaul. Here’s what’s rumored to be in the works:
- Real Encryption (Finally!) – Unlike the current DMs, which are about as private as a postcard, XChat will reportedly use end-to-end encryption, meaning only you and the person you’re messaging can read them.
- File Sharing (Including PDFs!) – No more screenshotting documents and pasting them into DMs like it’s 2010.
- Disappearing Messages – A feature straight out of Snapchat, letting you send texts that vanish after a set time.
- “Unread” Toggle – Ever opened a DM and immediately regretted it? Soon, you might be able to mark it as unread and pretend you never saw it.
- Delete for Everyone – Right now, if you send a cringey message, you can only delete it from your side. XChat could let you nuke it for both parties—a lifesaver for midnight regrets.
- Voice Messages (Coming Later?) – Because sometimes, typing is just too much work.
If even half of these features make it into the final product, XChat could be… good? But knowing X’s track record with rollouts (remember the disastrous Twitter Blue launch?), we’ll believe it when we see it.
Why Is Musk Doing This?
This isn’t just about fixing a bad messaging system. Musk has been obsessed with turning X into a WeChat-style super-app—a place where you can post, message, pay, shop, and maybe even order a pizza someday.
- Competing With WhatsApp & iMessage
- Right now, if you want to message someone, you probably switch to WhatsApp, Signal, or iMessage. Musk wants to keep you inside X—and if he can offer the same features, why leave?
- Another Way to Push X Premium
- Free users might get basic XChat, but you can bet advanced features (like extra encryption or larger file sends) will be locked behind a paywall.
- One Step Closer to the “Everything App”
- Musk’s ultimate goal is to make X as essential as WeChat is in China. Messaging is a huge part of that. If people start using XChat like they use WhatsApp, that’s a win.
How Are People Reacting?
Predictably, the internet is split:
- The Optimists: “If XChat is secure and works well, I’d switch from WhatsApp in a heartbeat.”
- The Skeptics: “Remember when Musk promised encrypted DMs last year and nothing happened? Yeah, me too.”
- The Conspiracy Theorists: “He’s only doing this because someone left him on read.” (This is probably not true… but it’s funny.)
Even X’s own AI chatbot, Grok, has contradicted the rumors, claiming DMs aren’t going away—they’re just getting an upgrade. So until Musk himself confirms it, take all of this with a grain of salt.
The Big Problem: Will Anyone Trust X With Their Messages?
Let’s be real—X doesn’t exactly have a stellar reputation right now. Between constant rebrands, random feature removals, and ongoing concerns about moderation, asking people to trust it with their private chats is a big ask.
- Pros: If XChat delivers, it could finally make X’s messaging system usable—and maybe even competitive.
- Cons: If it’s buggy, half-baked, or worse—not secure—it’ll be another punchline in Musk’s growing list of chaotic updates.
Should You Care?
For now, don’t panic. DMs aren’t disappearing tomorrow (as far as we know). But if XChat does roll out, here’s what to watch for:
- Is the encryption legit? (Or just marketing fluff?)
- Does it work without glitches?
- Will Musk lock key features behind a paywall?
If the answers are “yes, yes, and no,” then XChat might have a shot. Otherwise? Well, at least we’ll get some good memes out of it.
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