Opinion: Twitter Blue, yes or no

Twitter Blue is a subscription-based service launched by Twitter, which provides users with additional features and functionalities beyond the standard Twitter experience. The service is currently available in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, with plans to expand to other countries in the future.

Twitter Blue offers several new features for subscribers, including an Undo Tweet feature, which allows users to retract their tweets before they are published, a Bookmark Folders feature, which enables users to organize their saved tweets into different folders for easy access, and a Reader Mode, which provides a distraction-free reading experience for articles and threads.

In addition to these features, Twitter Blue also offers subscribers access to premium support, which allows them to contact Twitter’s support team directly via an in-app chat function. Twitter Blue subscribers also get access to exclusive customizable app icons for their Twitter app.

The subscription price for Twitter Blue varies by country, with the service priced at $3.49 CAD in Canada, $4.49 AUD in Australia, and $4.49 NZD in New Zealand per month. Twitter has not announced when the service will be available in other countries or what the pricing will be.

Overall, Twitter Blue is a premium service that provides users with enhanced features and functionalities to improve their Twitter experience. While it may not be necessary for all users, it may appeal to power users and those who value the additional features and premium support offered by the service.

For those who frequently use Twitter and require additional features to improve their experience, Twitter Blue’s Undo Tweet feature, Bookmark Folders, and Reader Mode can be quite useful. Additionally, the ability to contact Twitter’s support team directly via an in-app chat function may be appealing to some users who require faster and more personalized assistance.

However, for those who don’t use Twitter as often or don’t find the additional features provided by Twitter Blue necessary, the subscription fee may not be worth it. It ultimately depends on individual needs and preferences, and whether the cost is worth the additional features provided.