Meta's social network Threads will begin testing a separate DM inbox, distinct from Instagram's DM inbox, allowing users to chat without switching apps.
The feature will be tested in limited areas like Hong Kong, Thailand, and Argentina before expanding to other locations.
Initially, the chat feature will support one-on-one conversations only, not group messages.
The move is seen as beneficial for Threads users who may have different followers on Threads than Instagram and for those who don't frequently use Instagram.