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1 days ago
Dear Algo on Threads lets users customize their feed by requesting more or less content on topics. Typing "Dear Algo" with preferences in a public post adjusts the feed for three days to show relevant content. Users can also repost others' requests. This AI feature personalizes Threads and is available in the US, New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, with plans to expand.
Meta AI introduces new Facebook features to animate profile pictures with preset animations like confetti and hearts, enhancing self-expression. Users can restyle Stories and Memories using AI-driven styles, moods, and backdrops. Text posts can now have animated backgrounds for more engaging sharing. These updates aim to make Facebook interactions more fun and visually dynamic throughout the year.
16 days ago
WhatsApp introduces Strict Account Settings, a lockdown mode enhancing security for users facing sophisticated cyber threats like journalists and public figures. This feature locks accounts to restrictive settings, blocking unknown attachments, silencing unknown calls, and limiting app functions. It can be enabled via Privacy > Advanced in WhatsApp settings and will roll out soon to bolster protection beyond default end-to-end encryption.
Meta will test premium subscriptions on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, offering exclusive features, enhanced productivity, creativity, and AI tools while keeping core services free. It plans to integrate Manus AI and offer freemium AI video creation via Vibes. Features will differ by app and target a broad audience, separate from Meta Verified. Meta will gather user feedback during rollout.
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18 days ago
Pinterest's new Media Planner in Ads Manager simplifies campaign planning by enabling users to create media plans for brand awareness and consideration campaigns. It allows exploration of audiences by demographics and interests, estimates key metrics like impressions and CPC, and models various budget and media scenarios to optimize campaign outcomes without needing extra tools or spreadsheets.
Meta is expanding ads on Threads to all global users next week after initial rollout last spring. Threads has 400M+ monthly users and offers new ad formats, controls, and brand safety features. Ads use Meta’s AI and integrate with existing campaigns, appearing natively in Threads feeds. Account management is simplified, and third-party brand safety verification is available, helping businesses connect with engaged communities.
23 days ago
Elon Musk published X's AI-driven "For You" feed algorithm code to boost user engagement by personalizing content. The feed combines posts from followed accounts and AI-recommended posts based on recent activity. The algorithm limits repeated posts from the same creators and penalizes excessive posting. While new user time spent is up, Musk admits the algorithm "sucks," and usage is declining amid competition from Meta's Threads.
1 months ago
Instagram now lets all English-speaking users manually customize their Reels by adding or removing topics via a slider icon, showing related video examples. This may reduce usage since AI recommendations boost engagement. Users want control but rarely use it. In 2026, users can pick three top interests to tailor feeds. This aligns with wider social media trends to address algorithm concerns but may not greatly change behavior.
1 months ago
WhatsApp has launched new features for group chats: member tags, text stickers, and event reminders. Member tags let users define their roles, useful in larger chats. Text stickers allow users to turn any text into a sticker and add it directly to sticker packs. Event reminders help participants remember important dates for group events. These updates complement existing features like large file sharing and voice chats.
