Exclusive: YouTube is cooking up something new called ‘Tamba,’ and it looks pretty social
Analysis of YouTube's Android app reveals references to a separate experimental application codenamed Tamba. The sandbox-labeled package includes logo assets and dozens of new icons, along with code strings suggesting social functionalities including follower systems, follow requests, direct messaging, group chat capabilities, and voice replies. This appears to be an early-stage testing environment for YouTube's exploration of social networking features.
Key points
- YouTube developing social app 'Tamba' with followers, DMs, and group chats
- Code found in Android app suggests experimental sandbox environment
- Features include posts, voice replies, and follow request systems
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