Snapchat is trialling an in - person meetup feature of its Snap Map , called ghost . The app 's location component , which allows users to share where they are with friends , is being updated with a wide range of Bitmojis offering information about what people are doing , and whether they 'd like friends to join them . In addition , a new feature called ghost , which provides a private log of a user 's locations and activities , is also being switched out . Crucially , these aspects can all be switched off through text mode . The app 's parent company Snap has stated that small tests are underway in Australia .
Snapchat is trialling an in-person meetup feature of its Snap Map, called Status. The app's location component, which allows users to share where they are with friends, is being updated with a wide range of Bitmojis offering information about what people are doing, and whether they'd like friends to join them. In addition, a new feature called Passport, which keeps a private log of a user's locations and activities, is also being rolled out. Crucially, these aspects can all be switched off through ghost mode. The app's parent company Snap has confirmed that small tests are underway in Australia.