Clubhouse, a live audio social app, has made a comeback with a new messaging-focused update called Chats, now accessible to both iOS and Android users.

"Chats" enables users to engage in voice-only group conversations with friends, featuring a vibrant and personalized interface. It also stated that Live rooms will still be available.

The new Clubhouse update aims to make it easier for users to talk with their favorite people, emphasizing more intimate social connections and personal conversations.

Analyst QuickTake: Clubhouse's shift to an audio-messaging app reflects its adaptability in response to evolving market dynamics. Originally popular as an invite-only pandemic socializing platform, it faced stiff competition from Twitter Spaces. The recent workforce reduction emphasizes the company's commitment to adapt and thrive in the post-Covid era. This pivot aims to reposition Clubhouse in a new niche, reinvigorating its growth and competitiveness in the social media landscape.