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The latest Facebook news and guides, all in one place. Navigating one of the largest social media networks and keeping up with everything Mark Zuckerberg up to is no easy task, but Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage to help keep you informed. Here’s everything you need to know about Facebook.

Meta AI can generate images within a chat in about five seconds.

A new definition of ‘open source’ could spell trouble for Big AI

The Open Source Initiative announced an update to what constitutes an open source AI.
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What does meta mean in gaming?

The Meta Quest 3 and Quest Pro appear side-by-side.

Meta may have canceled its high-end Apple Vision Pro competitor

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Meta shuts down Ready at Dawn, one of its biggest VR studios

Meta AI's Dungeon Master looks like Snoop Dogg.

Apparently, no one wanted to talk to Meta’s ‘creepy’ AI celebrities

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Meta’s next AI model to require nearly 10 times the power to train

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Meta unveils Llama 3.1, its biggest and best open source model yet

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We’ve got an early look at a pair of prototype smart glasses

Mark Zuckerberg wearing a prototype VR headset.

The future of the Meta Quest headsets just leaked out

The Quest 3 and Touch Plus controllers appear in Meta's charging dock accessory.

This is the perfect moment to buy a Meta Quest 3 for gaming

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Meta’s new AI model can turn text into 3D images in under a minute

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Apple Intelligence+ could be coming, and it won’t be free

A person wearing the Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses, taking a photo.

Zuckerberg says holographic AR glasses are coming

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared his thoughts and Meta's plans for future smart glasses, AR holographic, and neural interfaces.
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Social media should be treated like cigarettes, says surgeon general

The U.S. surgeon general is calling on Congress to implement a tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms.
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The creator of the Oculus Rift is working on a mysterious new VR headset

Oculus founder Palmer Luckey is working on a new VR headset, and the VR industry is excited about what this innovator will create.
A profile shot shows Alan Truly wearing the Meta Quest 3.

How to cast Meta Quest 3 to a TV

There are plenty of reasons you may want to cast your Quest 3 to a television, and it's luckily a quick and easy process. Here's exactly how to do it.
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Why Llama 3 is changing everything in the world of AI

Llama 3 isn't just the latest version of Meta's AI -- it's a revolution in capabilities and accessibility. Here's why it could be the big AI of the future.
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How to download a video from Facebook

You can download Facebook videos to your PC or mobile device, but the process is a bit involved. Here’s a guide on how to pull this off.
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Meta has a bold new strategy for VR

Meta just announced Horizon OS, a mixed reality operating system that Lenovo, and Asus will use in new VR headsets.
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Meta’s ChatGPT killer is taking over your favorite apps

Step aside, ChatGPT. Meta's AI assistant is here, and it's coming to apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and more.
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Meta Quest 4: here’s everything we know so far

Meta's Quest 4 VR headset could bring an even bigger leap in quality than the popular Quest 3 thanks to generative AI, sharper displays, and a faster chip.
First Encounter is the perfect introduction to mixed reality on Quest 3.

Your Quest 3 just got so much better — for free

Meta has brought big improvements to the Quest 3 VR headset, making mixed reality better than ever and adding a few upgrades to the Quest 2 and Pro as well.
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Are WhatsApp and Facebook down? Here’s what you need to know

Are you having trouble using WhatsApp, Facebook, or other Meta apps. Unfortunately, you aren't alone. Here's everything we know about the ongoing outage.
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What does a check mark mean on Facebook Messenger?

Ever wondered what those check mark icons in Facebook Messenger actually mean? In this guide, we'll go over what each of these icons indicate.
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Meta Quest 3 vs. Quest Pro: Which is right for you?

Meta's Quest 3 matches many, but not all of the features of the Quest Pro. We compare comfort, performance, image quality, mixed reality, and more.
A person wearing Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses.

I’m replacing my normal glasses with smart glasses. Here’s why

I'm going to try living day-to-day with the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses instead of my regular non-smart glasses. Here's why, and what I hope to learn.
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How to get verified on Instagram Threads

Instagram Threads gives you the option of verifying your account for a fee. For $14.99 a month you can get a blue badge on your Instagram Threads profile.
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Are Facebook and Instagram still down? Here’s what we know

Are you having trouble using Facebook and Instagram today? You aren't alone! Here's what you need to know about the big outage on March 5.
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Meta will delete your Quest account (and games) unless you update soon

Your VR games are at risk! Here’s what you need to know about switching from Oculus to a Meta account before it's too late.
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I paid Meta to ‘verify’ me — here’s what actually happened

Meta — the parent company of Facebook and Instagram — charges $15 to verify your account. I wanted to see if it was worth it.
Mark Zuckerberg discussing the Quest 3 and Vision Pro.

The gloves are off as The Zuck lays into Apple’s Vision Pro

Surprise, surprise ... After trying Apple's new Vision Pro, Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg says he thinks his company's Quest 3 'is the better product, period.'

The 5 best websites like Craigslist in 2024

A wide variety of alternatives to Craigslist are available -- some even have modern, easier-to-use interfaces. Check out our favorite websites like Craigslist.
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How to set your Facebook Feed to show most recent posts

Facebook's Feed button allows you to see a list of chronologically sorted posts. Here's where to find and use it.
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How to create multiple profiles on a Facebook account

Facebook now lets you create multiple profiles for one Facebook account. Here's how to create a new profile.