Evidence60%Strong
FactExpectedProduct·April 11, 2026
XChat Standalone Messaging App Launching on iPhone and iPad on April 17
X's standalone end-to-end encrypted messaging app XChat is set to launch on iPhone and iPad on April 17, featuring screenshot blocking, disappearing messages, group chats, and video calls with no ads or tracking.
Evidence Strength
Evidence60%Strong
Based on original reporting
Reported by 2 independent publishers
Insights
First tracked
April 10, 2026
Last updated
April 11, 2026
Sources
3 sources
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Sources (3)
Source Timeline
X readies dedicated messaging app as XChat goes live on App StoreDigital Trends·Apr 11
X's messaging app, XChat, may be available soonEngadget·Apr 11
Evidence Strength
Evidence60%Strong
Based on original reporting
Reported by 2 independent publishers
Insights
First tracked
April 10, 2026
Last updated
April 11, 2026
Sources
3 sources
Related Developments
Meta AI App Surges to No. 5 on App Store After Muse Spark Launch, Intensifying AI CompetitionBorderlands Mobile Free-to-Play Game Launches as Limited-Time Test on iPhoneVariety: Artemis II Timing Creates Free Marketing Goodwill for Apple TV+'s For All MankindFor All Mankind Season 5 Kills Off Lead Character Ed Baldwin on Apple TV+Apple TV+ Series Pluribus Becomes Most-Watched Apple TV Show Ever