How to use Instagram Reels Templates
This is how you can use Instagram Reels Templates. The post How to use Instagram Reels Templates first appeared on Phandroid. Instagram Reels give creators a fun and creative way to connect with their followers, get boosted engagement, and.....»»
Why are cafes, restaurants, and even towns banning influencers?
From a Brooklyn cafe to a picturesque Vermont town, popular destinations are closing their doors to TikTok and Instagram influencers. Nowadays, it seems like every place "worth" frequenting is deemed that way by influencers. Lifestyle TikTokker.....»»
Meta"s AI messages on Instagram don"t seem to be encrypted
Meta's new AI personas on Instagram can only be accessed when end-to-end encryption is turned off. Before you go pouring your heart out to Billie, "your ride-or-die older sister" played by Kendall Jenner, or an AI grandpa named Brian on Instagr.....»»
People are accusing Instagram of shadowbanning content about Palestine
Amid the Israel-Hamas war, social media platforms are being accused of both misinformation and shadowbanning. On Oct. 7, the militant group Hamas orchestrated a terrorist attack in Israel. In the days following, Israel retaliated; now, the regi.....»»
Instagram took away a major source of income for its creators, and they"re not happy about it
Instagram got rid of the Reels Play bonus, upsetting creators. Meta keeps saying it's on its way back but without a timeline of when. Creators are often put in a frustrating position in which they rely heavily on platforms for their income but.....»»
The Israel-Hamas war reveals how social media sells you the illusion of reality
As the Israel-Hamas war reaches the end of its first week, millions have turned to platforms including TikTok and Instagram in hopes of comprehending the brutal conflict in real time. Trending search terms on TikTok in recent days illustrate the hung.....»»
NY law would require kids to get parental permission to use TikTok, YouTube, more
A new bill being put forward in New York state would require kids to get parental permission to use apps with algorithmic feeds. This would include TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and more. The bill is known as the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (S.....»»
Jewish parents told to delete social media apps
Some schools have suggested parents delete apps such as TikTok and Instagram due to the violent content circulating......»»
Instagram CEO says iPad app still not a priority, but may work on it at some point
As you probably know, Instagram still doesn’t have an iPad app. The platform was born as an iPhone app, and although it’s now on Android and the web, Meta has never bothered to optimize Instagram for the iPad. Unfortunately, those expecting to se.....»»
Instagram is testing curated group lists for Stories
Instagram tests targeted audience lists for Stories, so now you'll have more options outside of Close Friends. Ever wanted to post an Instagram Story for a curated group of people that isn't your Close Friends list? You might be in luck.In an I.....»»
Woman named Siri had to change her name because of iOS 17
With iOS 17 meaning users no longer have to say "Hey" when invoking Siri, Edinburgh-based personal trainer Siri Price says she's had to change her name.Siri — now "Siz" — Price. (Source: Instagram)Apple added the ability to say "Hey, Siri" with i.....»»
Woman named Siri has had to change her name since iOS 17
With iOS 17 meaning users no longer have to say "Hey" when invoking Siri, Edinburgh-based personal trainer Siri Price says she's had to change her name.Siri — now "Siz" — Price. (Source: Instagram)Apple added the ability to say "Hey, Siri" with i.....»»
Users find that Facebook’s new AI stickers can generate Elmo with a knife
Instagram, Messenger AI feature goes viral for bizarre user-created stickers. Enlarge / A selection of AI-generated stickers created in Facebook Messenger and shared on social media site X. (credit: Meta) Less than a wee.....»»
Facebook’s new AI stickers can generate Elmo with a knife
Instagram, Messenger AI feature goes viral for offensive user-created stickers. Enlarge / A selection of AI-generated stickers created in Facebook Messenger and shared on social media site X. (credit: Meta) Less than a w.....»»
Facebook’s new AI stickers can generate Mickey Mouse holding a machine gun
Instagram, Messenger AI feature goes viral for offensive user-created stickers. Enlarge / A selection of AI-generated stickers created in Facebook Messenger and shared on social media site X. (credit: Meta) Less than a w.....»»
Apple complies with Chinese app law after threat to X, Instagram, and more
A week after other companies did so, Apple has finally complied with a Chinese app law that requires developers to have a registered local company in the country. The move comes after it was suggested that social media apps like X, Instagram, and.....»»
Meta proposing ad-free Facebook and Instagram plans for up to $17/month
TikTok may be going ad-free for five bucks a month, but you’ll have to pay a bit more for a similar experience on Meta’s platforms. A new report details Meta’s proposal to offer a version of Facebook and Instagram with no ads that would cost ne.....»»
Deepfake celebrities begin shilling products on social media, causing alarm
Hanks and other celebrities have recently become targets of AI-powered ad scams. Enlarge / A cropped portion of the unauthorized AI-generated version of Hanks that the actor warned about on his Instagram feed. (credit: Tom Hanks).....»»
Meta considers paid subscription in EU for users to bypass targeted ads
Instagram and Facebook users in the European Union may soon be able to opt out of targeted ads if they pay for a monthly subscription......»»
Ad-free Facebook, Instagram access planned for $14 per month in Europe
Free version will remain but require consent for targeted advertising. Enlarge (credit: Liu Guanguan/China News Service) Meta is preparing to charge EU users a $14 monthly subscription fee to access Instagram on their ph.....»»
Why your new Apple iPhone 15 is overheating
The firm says a bug in its operating system and updates to apps like Instagram are behind the issue......»»