Instagram tests Picture-In-Picture viewing for reels
The move comes as apps like TikTok and YouTube have had support for Picture-in-Picture for quite some time now.
TikTok now lets users send voice notes and images in DMs
The new capabilities bring TikTok’s messaging experience more in line with that of other popular social apps and services.
Threads tests a way to share long-form text on the platform
With this new feature, users can attach a block of text to a post instead of creating a thread of several different posts when looking to share more in-depth thoughts and ideas.
Google launches new device protection program called Pixel Care+
Google says Pixel Care+ provides a “higher level of coverage, service and peace of mind for Google hardware owners.”
WhatsApp’s new AI feature lets you rephrase and adjust the tone of your messages
With Writing Help, users can get AI-generated suggestions that rewrite their messages in professional, funny, supportive, or rephrased way.
Google Translate takes on Duolingo with new language learning tools
Translate is also getting new live capabilities to make it easier to communicate in real-time with a person speaking a different language.
Instagram’s new feature helps college students connect with others on campus
The launch comes a week after TikTok rolled out a nearly-identical feature.
Apple TV+ price jumps 30% to $12.99 monthly
The updated price is effective for new customers starting Thursday, and will affect current subscribers 30 days after their next renewal date.
Instagram now lets creators link multiple reels in a series
Now, if a creator is telling a story in a series of videos and follow-ups, they can now link them all together so that viewers don’t have to scroll or search for different parts.
Google’s AI Mode expands globally, adds new agentic features
As part of the expansion, Google is bringing AI Mode to 180 new countries in English.