Twitter Tests Audio Stories for User Profiles
(Twitter Tests ‘Audio Stories’ for Profiles)
SAN FRANCISCO Twitter is trying something new. The social media company is testing audio stories directly on user profiles. This feature lets people record and share short audio clips.
This test is happening now. It is only for some iOS users. Not everyone can see it or use it yet. Twitter wants to see how people react.
The idea is simple. Users tap a button on their profile. They record their voice. They can post this audio clip. It appears on their profile page for others to hear. It looks like a small waveform icon. Followers can play it back.
This move adds a personal touch. Voice can convey emotion better than text sometimes. It helps users share moments in a different way. Think quick thoughts, short stories, or brief updates spoken aloud.
Twitter confirmed the test. A company spokesperson said they are exploring new formats. They want to give users more ways to express themselves. Audio is a key area of interest. They are learning from the test.
This test follows Twitter’s previous audio experiments. Spaces for live audio rooms launched earlier. Audio tweets also had a limited test. The profile audio clips seem like a natural next step.
Adding audio directly to profiles makes sense. It keeps content visible on a user’s main page. It doesn’t disappear like a tweet in a fast-moving feed. People visiting a profile can easily find and listen.
The feature is straightforward. Users record. They listen back. They can delete and re-record if needed. Then they post it. The clip stays on their profile until they remove it or post a new one. Only one audio story can be live per profile at a time.
Analysts note Twitter competes for user attention. Platforms constantly add new features. Audio offers a different engagement option. It might attract users who prefer speaking over typing. It could also help creators build a stronger connection with their audience.
(Twitter Tests ‘Audio Stories’ for Profiles)
Twitter hasn’t announced a full launch date. That depends on the test results. They will look at user feedback and engagement metrics. They need to see if people like using it. They also need to consider technical issues and potential moderation challenges for audio content. The test phase helps identify these things.