Elon Musk Announces Free Premium Features for Select X Users - Get All the Details Here

In a recent announcement, Elon Musk, the tech mogul behind X (formerly known as Twitter), revealed a change that could impact how people interact with the platform. A significant number of users will now have access to X's Premium features without paying extra.

Previously, features like the blue verification checkmark were part of a paid service called X Premium (formerly Twitter Blue). Now, users with over 2,500 verified followers will receive these Premium features for free. Accounts with more than 5,000 verified followers will get access to an even higher tier, Premium+, at no additional cost.

This move signifies a shift in X's strategy since Musk's takeover. Previously, verification was a free symbol of credibility, but it became part of a paid service under the new leadership.

GrokAI Now Available to More Users

Musk's announcement goes beyond free verification. GrokAI, X's AI chatbot launched last year, will also be accessible to a wider audience. Previously, only Premium+ users could interact with GrokAI.

Designed to be witty and humorous, GrokAI is inspired by "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." Unlike many AI assistants that avoid controversial topics, GrokAI is known for its ability to handle "spicy questions." Additionally, GrokAI can access and process information from public posts on X, allowing it to provide relevant and up-to-date answers.

Musk says that that AI chatbot will be enabled for Premium and Premium+ subscribers later this week.

Musk's Update Aims to Boost Engagement and Accessibility

By offering free Premium features to users with high follower counts, Musk appears to be encouraging user engagement and content creation. This broader access to perks could potentially enhance the overall user experience on the platform.

The inclusion of GrokAI for more users suggests an attempt to make the platform more interactive and engaging. GrokAI's unique capabilities and access to real-time information add another layer of functionality for X users.