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Instagram is Testing New Reels & Carousel Insights Showing Exactly When Viewers Like a Post
Instagram confirmed it's testing new insights for Reels. Building on last week's spotted Carousel insights, creators will soon be able to see exactly when viewers hit "like" during their videos.
Instagram’s Guide to Choosing the Right Content Format Based on Audience Goals
Instagram recently shared a breakdown of which content formats to use based on goals.
Threads Adds Photo Sharing Feature to Direct Messages
Threads now lets users send photos via Direct Messages.
Facebook Will Limit Reach and Monetization of Unoriginal Content
Facebook is cracking down on unoriginal content. After taking action on over 500,000 accounts engaging in spammy behavior and removing 10 million profiles impersonating creators, Facebook is now enforcing stricter policies on accounts reposting others’ content.
Instagram Tests New Carousel Insights Showing Which Frame Was on Screen When a Post Was Liked
Instagram is testing a new analytics feature that shows exactly which frame in a carousel post received the like.
Instagram’s Edits Gets Three New Updates: More Insights, Audio Controls, and Export Options
Instagram’s Edits got another trio of updates. Creators now have access to more Reels insights, including new followers and accounts reached, as well as the ability to sort Reels by likes, comments, and saves.
WhatsApp Launches AI-Powered Message Summaries in the U.S. with Privacy Focus
WhatsApp introduced Message Summaries in the U.S., powered by Meta AI.
Threads Expands Fediverse Integration with Dedicated Feed and User Search
Threads expanded its integration with the fediverse. Users can now see posts from others in the fediverse via a dedicated feed in the Following tab and search for fediverse users from WordPress, Flipboard, Mastodon, and more.
WhatsApp Is Finally Adding Ads, Plus Promoted Channels & Channel Subscriptions
WhatsApp is finally getting ads. Ads will appear on the Status page, where users consume Stories-style content. Businesses will also be able to promote their Channels in the Explore tab and offer paid subscriptions for exclusive updates.
Threads Adds a Spoiler Alert Feature as Entertainment and Pop Culture Chatter Picks Up
Threads added a spoiler alert feature that lets users blur selected text or images. Viewers can tap to reveal the hidden content when it appears in their feed.