Instagram rolled out yet another feature nobody has asked for. The content and creative head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, has announced a new Blend feature on Instagram that lets users share ...

Instagram’s algorithm has a simple bias: it pushes content that’s already being watched. A Reel sitting at 50,000 view ...

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We all know Instagram is prioritizing short-form video content via Reels, so it should come as no surprise that a redesign is on the horizon. In a post on Instagram Reels (of course), Instagram head ...

Meta is giving Instagram users a rare glimpse into why certain posts are showing up on their Reels, the platform’s feed of algorithmically curated videos. Starting today, users will now see a list of ...

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A new section in the Reels tab displays what videos your friends have engaged with. A new section in the Reels tab displays what videos your friends have engaged with. is features writer with five ...

Instagram appears to be quietly testing locked reels that viewers would have to unlock with a code and a provided hint. The feature is a simple way to increase engagement with the creator’s content, ...

Meta-owned Instagram is copying yet another feature from TikTok. This time, it’s the ability for users to play a reel at 2x speed by long pressing on the right or left side of their screen. When ...

Instagram Blend lets you create a shared Reels feed with friends in DMs, offering a personalized content experience. To use it, simply join a chat, invite friends, and enjoy curated Reels together.