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Instagram now lets you limit posts, reels to close friends

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Instagram now lets you limit posts, reels to close friends

Instagram has expanded its Close Friends feature to include sharing Reels and feed posts with a smaller, trusted group instead of all followers. The aim is to allow users to connect with the people that matter most in a pressure-free space. To share exclusive content with Close Friends, users can select the option when creating a post or Reel, and it will be indicated with a green star label. Additionally, Instagram is testing a feature that would allow users to turn off read receipts in direct messages.

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Instagram may allow to share feed posts just with close friends soon

Robots · 1y ago

Instagram may allow to share feed posts just with close friends soon

Instagram is testing a feature that allows users to share their feed posts exclusively with their 'Close Friends' group, aiming to create a more personal and intimate experience on the platform. This feature could eliminate the need for users to maintain separate accounts for close friends. While Instagram has confirmed the testing, it hasn't disclosed the specific countries involved. This move follows previous features like sharing Stories with 'Close Friends' and the now-discontinued Threads app, highlighting Instagram's focus on enhancing personal connections.

Instagram takes on Snapchat with new 'Instagram Map' | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 20d ago

Instagram takes on Snapchat with new 'Instagram Map' | TechCrunch

Instagram has introduced Instagram Map, enabling users to share locations and discover location-based content, similar to Snapchat’s Snap Map. The feature, off by default, updates locations only when the app is opened. Instagram Map also allows posting short messages. The new “Reposts” feature, mirroring TikTok and Twitter’s retweet, lets users share reels and posts. Additionally, Instagram’s "Friends" tab in Reels, initially U.S.-only, is now globally available.

Instagram is developing 'Blend,' recommended Reels for you and a friend

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Instagram is developing a feature called "Blend" that would create a private feed of Reels recommendations for you and a friend. The feature would generate personalized feeds based on Reels you have shared with each other and your Reels interests. This functionality is similar to Spotify's Blend feature. The purpose of Blend is to help users discover new Reels together, potentially boosting Reels' discovery and watch time on Instagram. It is unclear when or if Instagram plans to launch Blend externally. This feature could give Instagram a slight advantage over TikTok in the short-form video market.

‘Friends’ tab will now show only posts from your connections: Meta

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

‘Friends’ tab will now show only posts from your connections: Meta

Meta has launched a 'Friends' tab on Facebook for users to view content solely from their friends, eliminating algorithm-driven recommendations. This feature, initially available in the U.S. and Canada, displays stories, reels, posts, and friend updates exclusive to one's social circle. It replaces the previous version showcasing friend requests and People You May Know. Accessible via the Home feed, it offers a streamlined approach to personal interactions. Meta continues to explore user engagement features.

How to mix politics with your Threads

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

How to mix politics with your Threads

To limit political content on Instagram and Threads, Meta now restricts posts related to governments, elections, and social topics that affect a group or society, from people you don't follow. However, if you want to see these types of posts, you can opt in to political content by following these steps on the Instagram app: go to your profile, select the three parallel lines in the upper right, scroll down to Content preferences, choose Political content, and select "Don't limit political content from people you don't follow".

Instagram launches new feature Blend to help users discover Reels with friends

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Instagram launches new feature Blend to help users discover Reels with friends

Instagram has introduced Blend, a feature allowing users to share a Reels feed with friends via direct messaging. This interactive feature aims to enhance social content discovery, encouraging user-to-user connections instead of creator-led interactions. By tapping a new DM icon, users can start a Blend, which refreshes daily. Participants can view and react to Reels, fostering engagement. Blend also gives Instagram a competitive advantage over TikTok. Meanwhile, Instagram’s parent company, Meta, is facing significant antitrust challenges.

You’ll soon be able to leave comments on Instagram Stories posts

The Verge

The Verge · 11m ago

You’ll soon be able to leave comments on Instagram Stories posts

Instagram is introducing the ability to leave comments on Stories, allowing users to publicly respond to posts. However, only mutual followers can comment, and comments will be ephemeral, disappearing after 24 hours like the Stories themselves. Users can toggle comments on or off for each Story. This feature aligns with Instagram’s efforts to enhance user engagement on Stories and Reels.

Instagram now lets you edit the cringey DMs that you immediately regret sending

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Instagram now lets you edit the cringey DMs that you immediately regret sending

Instagram has introduced a new feature that allows users to edit direct messages within 15 minutes of sending them. The edit button appears when you press and hold a message, giving you the ability to alter your response. Recipients will be notified that the message has been edited, but they won't know what changes were made. This update eliminates the need to unsend a message to fix mistakes. Additionally, users can now turn off read receipts and pin three message threads at the top of their inbox. Instagram is also planning to introduce other direct message upgrades, such as stickers, gifs, videos, voicenotes, and customizable chat backgrounds. This move towards improving messaging features aligns with Instagram's shift from being solely a photo-sharing platform.

Instagram now lets you edit DMs up to 15 mins after sending them

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Instagram now lets you edit DMs up to 15 mins after sending them

Instagram is introducing the ability for users to edit their direct messages (DMs) up to 15 minutes after sending them. Similar to Apple's iMessage feature, users can press and hold a message to edit it, with an "Edited" label indicating the change. Additionally, Instagram is allowing users to pin up to three messaging threads at the top of their inbox for easy access. The platform has also enabled the option to turn off read receipts for all chats or specific ones. Instagram aims to enhance the messaging experience to encourage users to engage with friends and family on the platform.

Instagram Reels may come with a new ‘blend’ feature: Here's how it will work

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Instagram Reels may come with a new ‘blend’ feature: Here's how it will work

Instagram is reportedly working on a new feature called 'Blend' that will allow users to create a personalized and private feed for themselves and their friends. This feature, similar to Spotify's Blend, will be created based on the reels shared between the users. Users can send an invite to their friends, and once accepted, they can access a personalized feed catered to their shared interests. It is currently an internal prototype and not being externally tested. In other news, Meta plans to set up an India-specific Elections Operations Centre to tackle misinformation during the Lok Sabha elections.

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