Instagram is continuously exploring new ways to enhance private engagement on its platform. One of the latest options being tested is called “Blend”. This feature essentially combines a Reels feed based on the Reels that users have shared with a friend or connection. The idea behind Blend is to create a more personalized experience for
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Recently, Elon Musk announced a new strategy to increase subscriptions for X (formerly Twitter) by reintroducing the coveted blue checkmark for accounts with high follower counts. According to Musk, users with over 2,500 verified subscribers will receive X Premium for free, while those with over 5,000 verified accounts in their audience will be granted X
With the rise of social media platforms, it’s no surprise that LinkedIn is also jumping on the bandwagon to enhance its video capabilities. The latest development in this area is the testing of a new dedicated video feed in the LinkedIn app, allowing users to consume content in a TikTok-style, full-screen format. This move aligns
Recently, a leak has surfaced suggesting that WhatsApp may be working on enabling international payments through its in-app Unified Payments Interface (UPI) service. This new feature could potentially bring a significant change to the platform’s financial services, especially for Indian users. Background WhatsApp Payments, also known as WhatsApp Pay, was initially launched as an in-app
Elon Musk’s lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) was recently thrown out by a U.S. judge, who concluded that Musk’s primary motivation for the lawsuit was to silence criticism and protect X’s image rather than address any legitimate concerns. The judge highlighted that Musk’s concern seemed to be more focused on CCDH’s
YouTube is currently testing a new feature that aims to enhance user experience by allowing viewers to skip to the most engaging parts of a video. This new option utilizes AI technology to analyze the most watched segments of a clip and provides users with the ability to jump directly to those points with just
Threads has recently introduced a new feature displaying real-time scores for NBA games, aiming to enhance user engagement with in-progress sporting events. This move signifies Threads’ attempt to encroach further into X’s territory by offering a unique value proposition for sports enthusiasts. The inclusion of in-stream panels showing scores for specific sports teams adds a
Snapchat has recently introduced an exciting new feature just in time for Holi 2024 – the ‘AR Pichkari’ lens. This innovative lens, developed by a third-party developer, allows users to virtually splash their friends with colors using their smartphone’s rear camera. The AR Pichkari lens is just one of many lenses available on Snapchat that
WhatsApp is taking a leap into the future with its upcoming feature that will allow users to edit their images using artificial intelligence (AI). This feature, currently in development, aims to revolutionize the way users modify their images on the messaging platform. Through an AI-powered image editor, users will have the ability to quickly change
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is set to introduce a new feature that will revolutionize the way users interact with voice notes. By leveraging speech recognition technology, WhatsApp will soon be able to transcribe voice messages directly within the chat window. This advancement not only makes it more convenient for users to read messages in
