Meta announced new updates for Instagram DMs on Wednesday, introducing several features designed to improve communication. These include message translation, music stickers, scheduled messages, pinned content, and group chat QR codes. Continue reading “Instagram updates DMs with Translation, Scheduled Messages, Group QR Codes and more”
Meta-owned Instagram announced on Sunday the launch of a new video editing app named Edits. The announcement comes after ByteDance’s video editing app, CapCut, was temporarily removed from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store as part of the TikTok ban, though services began restoring from 12 PM ET on Sunday. Continue reading “Instagram unveils ‘Edits’ app for video creation”
Meta on Tuesday introduced a new feature called Trial Reels on Instagram, designed to help creators experiment with content and see how it performs before sharing it with their followers. Continue reading “Instagram rolls out Trial Reels to test content before public sharing”
Meta on Wednesday introduced new updates to Instagram’s broadcast channels, aimed at improving interaction and collaboration between creators and followers. Continue reading “Instagram adds Replies, Prompts, and Insights to Broadcast Channels”
Meta has announced new features for Instagram Direct Messages (DMs) aimed at enhancing how users connect with friends and express themselves. These updates are part of what the company calls “More Ways to Express Yourself and Deepen Friendships in DMs.” Continue reading “Instagram adds new sticker packs, nicknames and location sharing in DMs”
Meta has announced several new features for Facebook Messenger Calling, designed to make calls “easier, more reliable, and more fun.” The company highlighted that many of these updates are driven by user requests. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger gets HD video calls, AI backgrounds, Hands-free calling on iOS and more”
Meta has announced a new Instagram feature allowing users to reset content recommendations on Explore, Reels, and Feed, providing a fresh start whenever needed. Continue reading “Instagram gets Recommendations Reset for better age-appropriate content”
The European Commission on Thursday fined Meta €797.72 million for violating EU antitrust laws. The penalty stems from Meta’s integration of Facebook Marketplace with its social network, Facebook, and its imposition of allegedly unfair terms on other online classified ad providers. Continue reading “EU Commission fines Meta €797.72 million for Facebook Marketplace antitrust violations”
Meta has announced key changes to Facebook and Instagram services in the European Union, including a significant reduction in the subscription price for an ad-free experience. Continue reading “Meta launches less personalized ads and new subscription plans for EU users”
Meta hosted the Build with AI Summit in Bengaluru this past Wednesday, emphasizing India’s digital ecosystem’s capacity to lead in AI adoption across various sectors. Continue reading “Meta showcases open-source AI solutions for India at Build with AI Summit”
Meta on Friday introduced Movie Gen, an AI-powered text-to-video and sound generator designed to create and edit videos based on text inputs. Movie Gen allows users to transform photos into videos and generate or extend soundtracks based on prompts. Continue reading “Meta unveils Movie Gen text-to-video and sound AI model”
At Meta Connect 2024 on Wednesday, Meta introduced new updates to WhatsApp that enable users to interact with Meta AI using their voices and photos. Continue reading “Meta AI on WhatsApp gets voice and photo editing tools”
At Meta Connect 2024, Meta introduced Orion, its first True Augmented Reality (AR) glasses, previously known as Project Nazare. The company also unveiled the Meta Quest 3S headset and announced new AI features for the Ray-Ban | Meta Glasses, along with additional partner integrations. Continue reading “Meta Connect 2024: Orion AR glasses, Quest 3S headset, AI features for Ray-Ban glasses unveiled”
Meta-owned Instagram, on Tuesday, introduced a new feature called “Teen Accounts” aimed at providing a safer experience for teens. Continue reading “Instagram gets Teen Accounts with parental control options”
Meta on Thursday hosted its first WhatsApp Business Summit in India to assist businesses in using messaging to connect with customers and streamline their operations. Continue reading “WhatsApp brings Meta Verified and new tools for small business growth in India”
