Twitter for Android finally gets community features

As early as September 2021, Twitter launched the so-called "Communities" feature on iOS/Web, allowing users to post tweets about specific topics in groups. However, it was not until January 19, 2022 (this Wednesday) that the company introduced this update to the Android client. This feature is similar to Facebook Groups, but more public.

Twitter said in a press release: People can send tweets to specific audiences within a community instead of all followers, and only people in the same community can like and reply. But in any case, the relevant tweets are still open to the public.

The feature is still in beta, but since its debut, the Twitter community has flourished around topics such as the Roblox metaverse, cryptocurrency, Xbox gaming, R&B music, Formula 1 racing, and more.

Each community has officially approved moderators who are responsible for setting and enforcing the rules, but managers must invite other Twitter users to join the community through direct messages.