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Meta Brings AI Video Editing to Instagram

1 days ago

Meta is integrating AI into Instagram, enabling users to create video edits like changing backgrounds and outfits. This may inspire creativity but raises concerns about losing genuine human connection. AI-generated content often lacks relevance to real-life experiences. While these tools can enhance storytelling, they risk becoming mere entertainment without a narrative thread, depending on their ability to enhance human stories to avoid being novelties.

Instagram introduces festive features for end-of-year celebrations

4 days ago

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Instagram is launching new features for year-end celebrations, including a Collage feature for Stories to compile favorite photos and custom Add Yours templates for New Year engagement. Users can access a new font and Countdown text effects for Stories, Reels, and Feed posts, along with holiday-themed chat themes for DMs. Secret phrases in Notes and DMs can trigger fun animations, encouraging creative expression and connection during the holidays.

Instagram Releases 2024 Creators of Tomorrow List Highlighting Emerging Talents

1 months ago

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Instagram released its 2024 Creators of Tomorrow list, spotlighting emerging talents and community builders who use the platform innovatively. The program celebrates creators who inspire new digital content movements and bring people together. Categories include Vibe Curators, Creator’s Inspo, IG Besties, DM-worthy Icons, and AI Accelerators. Each category highlights unique creators who set trends, inspire others, and foster community.

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Instagram Expands Reels Tab to Include Photos and Carousels with Music

2 months ago

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Instagram expands Reels to include photos and carousels with music, offering new opportunities for creators and businesses. Carousels, which outperform single photo posts, now have multiple ranking chances. Instagram advises optimizing the first slide, using striking images, and integrating music. This update blurs the line between traditional posts and Reels, reflecting Instagram's efforts to compete in the short-form video space.

Instagram Adds Unique Signature Sound to All Downloaded Reels

2 months ago

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Instagram has unveiled a new audio feature for Reels, adding a unique "signature sound" to the end of every downloaded Reel. The sound, described as "punctuated, but imperfect," was crafted by Meta's Creative Audio and Brand teams to reflect everyday creativity. This update aims to enhance user experience and establish a unique sonic brand identity for Instagram in the competitive social media landscape.

Instagram Adds 38 New Stickers to Enhance Stories and Reels Creativity

2 months ago

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Instagram announced an update introducing 38 new stickers for Stories and Reels, enhancing users' ability to express themselves and engage with their audience. This update aims to keep the platform fresh and encourage dynamic content creation. Users should check for app updates, as new features may roll out gradually. For content creators and businesses, these stickers offer a chance to refresh strategies and boost engagement.

Instagram Enhances DMs with Creative Tools and Seasonal Themes

3 months ago

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Instagram has announced new features to enhance Direct Messaging (DM), reflecting changing user behaviors. Users can now add drawings and stickers to images, use cut-outs from Stories in DMs, and see birthday indicators with confetti animations. New Fall and Sabrina Carpenter chat themes are also introduced. DMs are seeing higher engagement than Stories or the main feed. These updates aim to make DMs more interactive globally.

Instagram Rolls Out New Fonts, Animations, and 20-Frame Carousels

3 months ago

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Instagram has introduced new creative options, including new fonts, text animation, and stickers for photos and carousel posts. These updates simplify adding text and effects, allowing users to mix and match styles. The changes aim to retain young audiences and align with broader trends, especially as TikTok faces potential bans in the U.S. Instagram is also expanding carousel posts to 20 frames, enhancing creative possibilities.

Instagram Introduces Feature to Add Favorite Song to Profile

4 months ago

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Instagram now allows users to add a favorite song to their profile, which will be displayed but not autoplay. Tested since 2022, the feature is officially available. Similar to MySpace’s tracks, it targets younger users. Instagram also introduced "Add Yours Music" stickers, music in Notes, and song lyrics in Reels. This aligns with Instagram's strategy to integrate more music elements and appeal to younger audiences.