X testing country-based feed filters for Premium+ and new “Block Grok from modifying this photo” setting

X is preparing two notable updates that could reshape how users interact with the platform. Leaked screenshots and code discoveries point to a new timeline filtering system exclusively for Premium+ subscribers, while separately, the company appears ready to finally address concerns around Grok’s photo-editing behavior with a simple opt-out toggle.

Timeline filters coming to Premium+

The timeline filter feature was revealed by @Iorel_X who shared a screenshot that shows a “Timeline filter” menu in the app with three views: All posts, By country, and By topic. A prominent “Get Premium+” besides the By country option makes it clear this won’t be available to everyone.

This was also amplified by the @xDaily account, which noted that it’ll work by making use of the X account location feature that was recently added. The topic option could further refine what shows up based on interests or categories.

Reactions have been mixed. Some users are excited about curating timelines to discover local trends or filter out spam from certain countries. Others worry it might create echo chambers or let people avoid global perspectives entirely. X hasn’t officially confirmed anything, but it’s certainly being tested.

Grok’s photo editing gets an off switch

Meanwhile, X is tackling a problem that’s been brewing since late last year. The platform is adding a toggle in the post composer labeled “Block @Grok from modifying this photo in replies.” A screenshot from MacRumors analyst Aaron shows it sitting in the content settings screen, right next to options for adding warnings like Nudity or Violence.

Aaron had first spotted hints of the feature in the platform’s code a few days ago. So it’s clear that X is indeed working on it.

This comes after Grok sparked massive controversy by generating inappropriate edits of women’s photos in public replies — something that raised serious consent and privacy questions. Back in early January, I suggested a simple toggle could solve the entire mess, and it looks like X is finally implementing exactly that.

The new setting gives users control on a per-photo basis, protecting personal or sensitive images from being altered. It’s unclear whether this applies retroactively or only to new posts, but it signals X is trying to balance AI features with user boundaries, especially after facing criticism over Grok’s aggressive content moderation in other areas.

When will the features be available?

Neither feature has an official launch date, but based on the leaked screenshots and code strings, both appear close to rollout. Given how quickly X has been shipping updates lately, it wouldn’t be a stretch to assume that we might see the features reach a wider audience within the next few weeks.

Feel free to share your thoughts on the features in the comments below.

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