Coronavirus isolation fuels surge in mental health posts on Instagram
Instagram users are turning to the platform to share their struggles with mental health as the ongoing coronavirus spreads, keeping millions of people indoors.
Instagram’s co-watching feature takes the isolation out of social distancing
Instagram's new co-watching feature allows users to scroll with their friends -- liking posts, watching stories, or watching the same Instagram Live together.
As coronavirus pushes millions inside, everyone is streaming on Instagram Live
From comedians to your neighbors, Instagram Live is seeing a huge spike in viewership as the spread of COVID-19 keeps everyone indoors and on social media.
Love Is Quarantine: Instagram dating show pairs couples in ‘pandemic pods’
Instagram account @loveisquarantine is adapting the model of breakout Netflix reality show "Love Is Blind" during coronavirus to create virtual connections.
Boy bullied for love of books gets big surprise on Instagram
There was a happy ending for 13-year-old Callum Manning after he was mocked by fellow students for posting reviews of his favorite books on Instagram.
Instagram CEO: Stand-alone app for iPad not coming soon
Instagram doesn’t have enough people on its team to develop a standalone Apple iPad app, according to the CEO, adding that it has not seen much demand for one.
More than Bloomberg: Facebook OKs influencers working with political campaigns
Following Michael Bloomberg's sponsored meme drop on Instagram, the social media giant is issuing new guidelines for creators working with political campaigns.
Instagram may soon bring back the reverse-chronological feed
Instagram may bring back the old reverse-chronological feed. It's experimenting with a new Latest Posts tab, but that's in the testing phase and far from public release.
Instagram may finally let influencers make money off their IGTV videos
Instagram may finally share a piece of its $20 billion ad revenue with creators. The social network is found to be testing a monetization platform for IGTV.
Instagram now lets you see why the same accounts keep appearing in your feed
Instagram users can now see the accounts they interact with the most, and least using a new tool in the app. The feature will begin rolling out in a few days.
Instagram appears to be raking in even more ad cash than YouTube
If you thought YouTube's 2019 ad revenue of $15 billion was a lot, then how about Instagram? Sources claiming to have knowledge of the matter said recently that the popular photo app generated around $20 billion last year. In 2018, Facebook reportedly told Instagram to double the number of ads its shows.
Here’s why Instagram removed the IGTV button from its home screen
Instagram has erased the IGTV button from the main page of its app because "very few" people tapped on it. The company says users are accessing IGTV content in other ways, but the loss of the button, and lack of any metrics from the company about IGTV app downloads, has left some wondering how it’s really doing.
5 alternatives to Instagram and Facebook for photographers
Social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter changed the way we share our photographs. But as photographers become more frustrated with algorithms and ads, it might be time to consider some alternatives.
Digital Trends Live: Instagram’s warning to users, NOLA ransom, weeding robots
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we dig into the top trending tech stories of the day, including Instagram’s warning to users, illegal streamers plead guilty, New Orleans declares state of emergency after cyber attack, a swim-powered lung, weeding with taser robots, and more.
Digital Trends Live: Instagram’s age requirement, Spotify Wrapped, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Caleb Denison and Drew Prindle dive into the biggest trending stories in tech, including Instagram’s age requirement, Nintendo Switch’s record sales, making a movie with Spectacles 3 glasses, Spotify Wrapped 2019, and more.
Digital Trends Live: Uber loses London, Cybertruck pre-orders, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Adrien Warner break down the biggest trending stories in tech, including Uber losing its London license, more on the foldable Razr, Cybertruck pre-orders, eyeball-tracking driving monitors, Instagram’s A.I. process, and more.
Facebook says white supremacists ‘cannot have a presence’ on the social network
Facebook has removed more than 200 white supremacist organizations from its platform for violating both terrorism and hate speech community standards, a Facebook representative told Digital Trends, part of a broader crackdown on harmful content.
Digital Trends Live: Facebook data security, Ubisoft helps Notre Dame, and more
DT Live talks Facebook and Instagram security issues, Ubisoft's plan to help rebuild Notre Dame, the theft of 100 Car2Go vehicles, and more. We are also joined by Emily Teteut of littleBits and Snap the Gap, Jennifer Sendrow of New York Public Radio, and DJ and producer Zeke Thomas
Superstar influencer Quinn Slocum talks building brands and living well
Social media influencer Quinn Slocum has found a great deal of success building popular Instagram pages, and now he's got advice for the next generation of Instagram stars. The hosts of DT Daily talked to Slocum about how he got his start, his advice for entrepreneurs, and how his mom describes his job.
IGTV video app rolls out right as Instagram tops a billion monthly users
Now you can start losing your digital car keys as well, Instagram (and by extension, Facebook) takes aim at YouTube with the new IGTV app, and Apple wrestles with their complicated wireless charging technology.
How to livestream on Instagram
A livestream on Instagram is a great way to connect with followers in real time from anywhere. We'll show you how with these simple step-by-step instructions.
How to post a GIF on Instagram
Instagram doesn't have a direct means for sharing GIFs on your profile. With Giphy and Stories, it's finally possible to post GIFs to Instagram. Here's how
How to download Instagram Stories on iOS, Android, and desktop
Curious about how to save someone's Instagram Story to your phone? Luckily for you, it can be done -- but it does take a few extra steps. Here's what you need to know to save Instagram Stories on both iOS and Android. Each requires a different app, but the steps are straightforward from there.
Stories you missed: Nike’s self-lacing shoes, Apple flips the bird, Facebook search
It's hard to keep track of everything that happens in the tech world. We compiled a list of the top 10 tech stories: Back to the Future and more.
How to add music to Instagram videos
Have you ever taken a beautiful video, only to have it ruined by noise? Here's how to add music to Instagram posts and your Story using Instagram and more.
Instagram finally lets you add multiple links to your bio
Instagram has finally relented and now allows you to add more than one link to your profile page. Instagram's boss said: "Sorry it took so long."
Meta already verified me to influence elections — so why do I have to pay for a checkmark?
If you have to prove who you are and where you live to run political advertising on Facebook and Instagram, paying for a blue checkmark makes even less sense.
Barbie selfie generator: how to use the barbie filter
The new Barbie movie trailer has been a smash hit on social media — as has its meme-worthy posters. Here's how to make your very own Barbie poster selfie.
Instagram used to be one of my favorite apps — now I can’t stand it
Instagram used to be one of my favorite apps on my phone. But as the years have gone on, I'm getting to the point where I can't stand it.
If you can’t stand ads on Instagram, you’re going to hate this update
Instagram is already something of a nightmare when it comes to wading through advertisements, so, Meta decided to make it worse.
Spotify gets first major redesign in 10 years with TikTok-like scroll
Spotify today announced its first major redesign in a decade, bringing a more discovery-focused UI reminiscent of social platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Meta unveils paid verification service for Instagram and Facebook users
Meta is offering Facebook and Instagram users a paid verification service. Similar to Twitter Blue, subscribers will get a blue badge and various perks.
Trump allowed to return to Facebook and Instagram
Donald Trump has been allowed by Meta to start posting again on Facebook and Instagram as he eyes a return to the White House.
Instagram Top 9: how to see your top 9 photos of 2022
If you've been posting on Instagram for the last year, you may want to see which photos were your most popular. Here's how to see your top 9 posts of 2022!
Instagram 2022 recap: how to make your end-of-year Reel
Instagram added a Recap Reel template for users to share their favorite moments from 2022. Here's how to access it.
Are your Instagram comments not showing up? You’re not alone
Comments aren't showing up for some Instagram users. Here's everything we know about the issue and if it's going to be fixed.
Instagram’s new Notes feature rolls out with several others
Instagram announced a bunch of new features and tests on Tuesday, including Notes, which offers another way to send short messages to selected recipients.
Instagram starts rolling out scheduled posts
It's taken a while, but Instagram is finally rolling out a scheduling feature that lets you plan posts more than two months ahead.