The Max messenger has started testing a comment system in channels. Under publications, a new option has appeared to navigate to a separate discussion section, where users can reply to each other and see the number of comments directly from the feed. The function has already been noticed in the interface, and the service has confirmed the launch of testing and announced that a full release is planned in the near future, without specifying exact dates.
In essence, the platform adds a layer of interactivity to channels, transforming them from a one-way feed into a more discussion-oriented environment. The new mechanism allows users to assess the activity of a discussion directly under a post without having to enter separate threads unnecessarily.
Adding comments to channels typically marks a key stage in the development of messengers: it increases engagement and extends the time users spend interacting with content. In practice, such features change the very format of channels — from a news feed, they gradually transform into a hybrid of a media platform and a social network, where the audience not only reads but also actively participates in discussions.