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Meta likely to launch web version of Threads next week: Report

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Meta likely to launch web version of Threads next week: Report

Meta is reportedly preparing to launch the web version of its app Threads, a rival to Twitter and Instagram, next week. While some Threads posts have been accessible on the web, the app is primarily designed for mobile users. The launch plans are subject to change as the company finalizes its preparations.

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Threads launches mobile web version

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Threads launches mobile web version

Threads has launched a mobile web browser version, enhancing user experience and generating excitement. Testing has shown seamless login through Chrome on iOS, with minor issues on Safari. Users expressed enthusiasm for accessing Threads via mobile web rather than downloading an app. Many users had voiced frustration about the lack of mobile web functionality in the past. Meta recognized the decline in engagement and committed to providing a mobile web version. This development aims to retain users and counter competition from established social media giants.

Meta's Threads now has over 175 million monthly active users, says Mark Zuckerberg

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Meta's Threads now has over 175 million monthly active users, says Mark Zuckerberg

Meta-owned social media app, Threads, has surpassed 175 million monthly active users (MAUs), making it the fastest-growing consumer product in the world. Initially lacking certain basic features, Meta quickly added improvements, resulting in increased usage and downloads. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, believes Threads has the potential to become the next billion-user social network within its suite of apps, which includes Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. Meta has also introduced Threads API, allowing third-party developers to extend the platform's functionality, and expanded its open social web rollout to over 100 countries, facilitating interoperability with other platforms.

More Gemini in Gmail.

The Verge

The Verge · 24d ago

More Gemini in Gmail.

In May, Google introduced Gemini-powered summaries in Gmail mobile app threads, and now it's expanding the feature to the web version.

India among most active countries for Meta's Threads

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

India among most active countries for Meta's Threads

Social media giant Meta has announced that its platform, Threads, has achieved over 175 million monthly active users globally, with India being one of the most active countries. Threads was launched as a rival to Twitter and has grown into a space where people feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas. In India, popular topics on Threads include film, TV, OTT content, celebrities, and sports, particularly cricket. Meta also revealed that over 50 million topic tags have been created on Threads worldwide, and the app initially gained 100 million user sign-ups within a week of its launch. However, engagement metrics have declined since then.

WhatsApp reportedly brings Mac app overhaul: What it means for users

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Livemint · 11m ago

WhatsApp reportedly brings Mac app overhaul: What it means for users

Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has launched a new version of its app specifically designed for macOS. The company plans to discontinue the older Electron-based application in the next 54 days. Users are encouraged to switch to the new version or utilize WhatsApp Web as an alternative. The new version is built using Apple's Catalyst framework and offers improved performance compared to the older app. Additionally, WhatsApp may introduce a voice chat mode for its Meta AI, enhancing user interactions through real-time voice commands.

Threads widens the gap with X, with triple the daily downloads on iOS

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Threads widens the gap with X, with triple the daily downloads on iOS

Instagram's Threads app is currently surpassing the downloads of Twitter's app, X, indicating its growing popularity in the alt-Twitter market. While Threads initially saw a surge in downloads following its launch, its numbers fluctuated as parent company Meta attempted different strategies. However, by late December, Threads consistently surpassed X in daily downloads on both iOS and Google Play. This trend suggests that Threads could become the primary microblogging platform, giving Meta more control over the news ecosystem. Meanwhile, decentralized alternatives like Mastodon and Bluesky have yet to gain significant traction.

How to cross-post your Threads posts to the fediverse

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

How to cross-post your Threads posts to the fediverse

Meta's Threads has introduced a beta feature allowing users from the US, Canada, and Japan to cross-post and view likes from Mastodon and other federated social networks. Users can access this feature through the Threads mobile app or web version by navigating to the "Fediverse sharing" option in the account settings. The feature warns users about the lack of control over their posts once they enter the fediverse and highlights that replies and follows from other servers are not visible in the beta version. However, this feature paves the way for more comprehensive social networking experiences.

Meta expanding fact-checking to Threads ahead of US, India elections

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta expanding fact-checking to Threads ahead of US, India elections

Meta (formerly Facebook) is expanding its fact-checking program to the Threads platform ahead of the US and India general elections next year. Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced the move, stating that the company aims to allow fact-checking partners to review and rate misinformation on Threads independently. Meta recently provided users on Instagram and Facebook with more controls over content sensitivity and fact-checking. The company is extending these controls to Threads, allowing users to choose the default level of demotions for fact-checked content in their feed. Fact-checkers will soon be able to review and rate false content on Threads directly.

Meta’s X rival Threads reaches more than 130 million monthly users

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Meta’s X rival Threads reaches more than 130 million monthly users

Instagram Threads has seen a growth of 30 million in its monthly active users, reaching a total of 130 million, according to Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg. While the initial interest in the app faded, Threads now has more active users than during its launch peak. Threads is part of Meta's family of apps, which collectively had 3.19 billion daily users in Q4 2023. Meta reported $40.1 billion in revenue for the quarter and expressed progress in advancing AI and the metaverse.

WhatsApp trials Meta AI chatbot in India, more markets

TechCrunch · 1y ago

WhatsApp trials Meta AI chatbot in India, more markets

WhatsApp is testing its AI chatbot, Meta AI, with users in India and other markets. With India being WhatsApp's largest market, this move highlights the company's intention to leverage its massive user base to expand its AI offerings. The AI chatbot, known as Meta AI, is designed to answer user queries directly within chats and also has the ability to generate photorealistic images from text prompts. By integrating Meta AI into WhatsApp, parent company Meta can reach a broader audience and potentially surpass its competitors. Meta also confirmed the upcoming launch of Llama 3, its next version of the open source large language model.

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