Snapchat working to bring Facebook-like functionality to users
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Facebook has been guilty for copying many features from competitors, but that doesn’t mean it can’t go the other way around in some instances. Snapchat is reportedly working on a brand new feature that Facebook already offers to its users for quite some time.
App researcher Jane Wong discovered a new Snapchat feature that will allow users to add events in the app. Support for events, once added to Snapchat, will open up new options for users, like the possibility to join group chats for the event.
Once you create an event, you can invite Snapchat friends in a group chat. Also, swiping up on an invite will allow you to join a group chat for the event. The events a Snapchat users will be able to create can be assigned to specific locations, which means that they’ll likely to be integrated with Snap Map.
Obviously, since the new feature hasn’t been made official, it’s unclear when exactly Snapchat will launch it. In fact, we’re not even sure whether or not it will make it to the general public.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the new feature Snapchat is reportedly developing?
What is the new feature Snapchat is reportedly developing?
Snapchat is said to be working on a feature that allows users to create and manage events within the app. This functionality is similar to what Facebook already offers its users.
Q.How will event creation enhance user interaction on Snapchat?
How will event creation enhance user interaction on Snapchat?
Users will be able to invite friends to event group chats, and joining a chat will be possible by swiping up on an invitation. This could facilitate better communication among event attendees.
Q.Will the new event feature be linked to other Snapchat functionalities?
Will the new event feature be linked to other Snapchat functionalities?
Yes, it is expected that the events users create can be assigned to specific locations. This suggests they will likely be integrated with the existing Snap Map feature for location-based interaction.
Q.When can users expect this new event feature to be available?
When can users expect this new event feature to be available?
The article states that it is currently unclear when Snapchat will officially launch this feature. There is also no certainty whether it will ultimately be released to the general public.