Social networks tuning into talk


Social media stalwarts are scrambling to prevent users from being lured to audio-only online rivals, especially as people grow weary of staring at screens in a time of remote working, learning and playing. — AFP

SAN FRANCISCO: In a break from the stylised photos or videos served up as eye candy on TikTok, Instagram and other social networks, Clubhouse has revived an appetite for unsweetened conversation.

Since its launch nearly a year ago, Clubhouse has been letting users host talks on topics of their choosing in virtual “rooms” that other members of the service are free to enter.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Tech News

Facebook 'supreme court' admits 'frustrations' in five years of work
Russia restricts FaceTime, its latest step in controlling online communications
Studies: AI chatbots can influence voters
LG Elec says Microsoft and LG affiliates pursuing cooperation on data centres
Apple appoints Meta's Newstead as general counsel amid executive changes
AI's rise stirs excitement, sparks job worries
Australia's NEXTDC inks MoU with OpenAI to develop AI infrastructure in Sydney, shares jump
SentinelOne forecasts quarterly revenue below estimates, CFO to step down
Hewlett Packard forecasts weak quarterly revenue, shares fall
Microsoft to lift productivity suite prices for businesses, governments

Others Also Read