Instagram rolls out Trial Reels to test content before public sharing

Meta on Tuesday introduced a new feature called Trial Reels on Instagram, designed to help creators experiment with content and see how it performs before sharing it with their followers. Continue reading “Instagram rolls out Trial Reels to test content before public sharing”

Instagram adds new sticker packs, nicknames and location sharing in DMs

Meta has announced new features for Instagram Direct Messages (DMs) aimed at enhancing how users connect with friends and express themselves. These updates are part of what the company calls “More Ways to Express Yourself and Deepen Friendships in DMs.” Continue reading “Instagram adds new sticker packs, nicknames and location sharing in DMs”

Facebook Messenger gets HD video calls, AI backgrounds, Hands-free calling on iOS and more

Meta has announced several new features for Facebook Messenger Calling, designed to make calls “easier, more reliable, and more fun.” The company highlighted that many of these updates are driven by user requests. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger gets HD video calls, AI backgrounds, Hands-free calling on iOS and more”

Instagram gets Recommendations Reset for better age-appropriate content

Meta has announced a new Instagram feature allowing users to reset content recommendations on Explore, Reels, and Feed, providing a fresh start whenever needed. Continue reading “Instagram gets Recommendations Reset for better age-appropriate content”

Meta unveils Movie Gen text-to-video and sound AI model

Meta on Friday introduced Movie Gen, an AI-powered text-to-video and sound generator designed to create and edit videos based on text inputs. Movie Gen allows users to transform photos into videos and generate or extend soundtracks based on prompts. Continue reading “Meta unveils Movie Gen text-to-video and sound AI model”

Instagram gets Teen Accounts with parental control options

Meta-owned Instagram, on Tuesday, introduced a new feature called “Teen Accounts” aimed at providing a safer experience for teens. Continue reading “Instagram gets Teen Accounts with parental control options”

Instagram gets improved creative tools — New fonts, Text effects, and Longer carousels

Meta-owned Instagram introduced new improvements to its creative tools, offering users expanded options to personalize their content and enhance their storytelling on the platform. Continue reading “Instagram gets improved creative tools — New fonts, Text effects, and Longer carousels”

Meta’s Threads gains 175 million users; India leads global engagement

Meta has announced that Threads now boasts over 175 million monthly active users. Continue reading “Meta’s Threads gains 175 million users; India leads global engagement”

Instagram gets four new sticker packs for Stories

Meta has introduced new sticker packs for Instagram Stories, offering fresh ways to connect with your friends over your interests. These stickers include: Continue reading “Instagram gets four new sticker packs for Stories”

Instagram gets Reels download feature for public accounts

Instagram, owned by Meta, has introduced a new feature allowing users to download Reels from public accounts. This feature enables users to save Reels to their camera roll, but it’s important to note a few details. Continue reading “Instagram gets Reels download feature for public accounts”

Instagram gets improvements to reels, feed photos, and more

Meta-owned Instagram has announced several upgrades to enhance the user experience across various content formats. These improvements cover Reels, feed photos, carousels, and stories, along with additional insights for content performance evaluation. Continue reading “Instagram gets improvements to reels, feed photos, and more”

Meta launches ad-free subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram in Europe

Meta has introduced a new subscription option in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland to adhere to evolving regulations in the region. Continue reading “Meta launches ad-free subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram in Europe”

Instagram announces new creative tools for users

Meta, the parent company of Instagram, recently introduced a series of creative tools to enhance the Instagram experience. These innovative additions, which coincided with Instagram’s 13th anniversary on October 6th, were unveiled during a product session held in Gurgaon, India. Continue reading “Instagram announces new creative tools for users”

Meta is bringing Telegram-like Broadcast Channels to Facebook and Messenger

Today, Mark Zuckerberg announced the introduction of broadcast channels on Facebook and Messenger. This new feature is designed to enhance engagement for Page administrators, including creators and public figures. Continue reading “Meta is bringing Telegram-like Broadcast Channels to Facebook and Messenger”

Meta rolls out Generative AI experiences across its apps

At the recent Connect 2023 event, Meta unveiled exciting AI innovations across their apps and devices. Continue reading “Meta rolls out Generative AI experiences across its apps”