Twitter's innovative CEO, Elon Musk, has once again fueled speculation by suggesting that the company might resurrect Fleets, Vine, and Periscope. While it's unclear whether these once-popular features will indeed make a comeback, Musk's hints have left social media enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation.
Some version of them both is inevitable
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 26, 2023
Fleets, Twitter's attempt at ephemeral content similar to Instagram Stories, was discontinued in 2021 due to low user engagement. However, the platform's loyalists have fond memories of the feature and are eager to see if Musk's touch can rekindle interest in Fleets.
Vine, the short-form video platform that birthed a generation of internet stars, was shut down in 2016, leaving many to wonder what could have been. With the meteoric rise of TikTok, some users now question whether Twitter made a mistake in abandoning Vine. At its peak, Vine boasted 200 million users, but monetization challenges ultimately led to its demise. With Musk at the helm, the return of Vine could offer a fresh start and a new approach to revenue generation, potentially rivaling the success of TikTok.
Periscope, once a hyped live-streaming app, gradually lost its appeal and was discontinued in 2021. However, Elon Musk's focus on empowering creators and offering a comprehensive suite of tools for users might provide the perfect opportunity for a Periscope resurgence. Integrating these revived features into Twitter Blue or offering them as subscriber-only tools could incentivize user subscriptions and enhance the overall Twitter experience.
Of course, Musk is known for his cryptic and sometimes tongue-in-cheek remarks, leaving many to question whether this is simply another playful tease or a genuine indication of Twitter's future plans. With the company's engineering team currently stretched thin, launching major new features may seem unlikely. Nevertheless, Musk's hints have ignited the imaginations of Twitter users and social media enthusiasts alike.
Could we soon witness the return of Fleets, Vine, and Periscope? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: if these nostalgic features do make a comeback, Twitter 2.0 will be more captivating than ever before.
