Instagram has added a new feature that provides users with context and insights into why certain Reels stand out.

Instagram has added a Music Spotlight feature.

Threads is testing collections of profiles focused on popular topics and communities, such as basketball, style and fashion, food, books, pop culture, and more, curated by a few users in the US

After months of testing, Instagram has officially launched Trial Reels, a new feature for creators.

Instagram has added new ways for creators to interact with fans through Broadcast Channels. Updates include:

Threads is rolling out an updated design for both iOS and Android. The update keeps the different feeds — For You, Following, and any custom feeds — visible on the home screen, making it easy for users to swipe between them.

The Instagram for Business website is being phased out, as noted in a notification on the site.

Instagram has launched a Collage feature for Stories, discovered by Matt Navarra. Available via the tray in Stories, users can select multiple photos and share them in a single Story as a Collage.

Threads is rolling out another update. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the platform is currently testing a feature allowing users to choose their own default feed—from For You, Following, or a Custom Feed.

Threads now supports landscape videos on iOS devices.

Instagram announced new features for Direct Messages (DMs).

Threads has begun testing updates to both Search and Trending Now.