It hasn’t even been a week since Meta unveiled Threads, and the internet is blowing up with news from the platform. An announcement from a Meta engineer on the platform revealed that Android users can now get a sneak peek at the upcoming features of the app by signing up for its beta version. The app, which was launched just this week, has already amassed an astonishing 30 million sign-ups by Thursday morning. Unfortunately, there is no news regarding an iOS beta program – yet
Users can also expect a lot of bugs to accompany future beta builds
While the Android beta builds are not yet available, the program holds great promise, especially considering the platform’s current lack of several requested features. Users have been eagerly awaiting functionalities such as hashtags, direct messages, a full web version, chronological feeds, a dedicated “following” feed, and the ability to delete a profile without affecting their Instagram account.
However, it’s important to note that beta software often comes with its fair share of bugs and instabilities. Those who choose to participate should be comfortable with the associated risks. As Meta’s @0xjessel pointed out, the beta version will introduce new features and bug fixes, but users will have to accept a potentially less stable build due to its early stage of development. Additionally, Meta will be collecting and sharing user data to enhance the app’s performance, as mentioned in the invitation.
If you’re feeling adventurous and want to be among the first to experience the supposed ‘future’ of social media, signing up for the beta access is a worthwhile choice. The best part is that there is no waitlist; any Android device owner can join the program and have the opportunity to try out upcoming builds as they are released.
Meta looks like it is already making big changes in the landscape, and it will be interesting to see how the platform shapes up in the future. With the Android beta version opening its doors, users can catch a glimpse of the exciting features that may soon change the way we connect and engage online.
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