Instagram Tests Clear Mode for Reels
This could be interesting. Instagram looks to be experimenting with a new option that would enable you to hide the description and UI buttons on Reels clips, giving you a cleaner viewing experience. As you can see in this screenshot, posted by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, Instagram is experimenting with what it’s calling Clear Mode, […]
TikTok Establishes New Licensing Agreement With Universal Music
Finally, some good news for TikTok. Amid EU investigations, and the forced sell-off in the U.S., TikTok has announced that it’s come to terms with Universal Music Group (U.M.G.) on a new multi-dimensional licensing agreement. As per TikTok: “The joint agreement marks a new era of strategic collaboration between the two organizations, built on a […]
TikTok Establishes New Music Licensing Agreement with Universal Music
Finally, some good news for TikTok. Amid E.U. investigations, and the forced sell-off in the U.S., TikTok has announced that it’s come to terms with Universal Music Group (U.M.G.) on a new “multi-dimensional” licensing agreement. As per TikTok: “The joint agreement marks a new era of strategic collaboration between the two organizations, built on a […]
Instagram Tests New ‘Clear Mode’ for Reels
This could be interesting. Instagram looks to be experimenting with a new option that would enable you to hide the description and UI buttons on Reels clips, giving you a cleaner viewing experience. As you can see in this screenshot, posted by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, Instagram is experimenting with what it’s calling “Clear Mode”, […]
Snapchat Showcases New AR Ad Tools at NewFronts 2025
Snapchat has announced a raft of new ad products as part of its New Fronts 2024 presentation, including new way to integrate AR elements into campaigns, improved AR creation options, expanded content partnerships, and more. The main focus of the presentation was AR, and the various ways in which Snap is building its AR ecosystem. […]
LinkedIn Launches In-Stream Games with Competitive User Rankings
After they were spotted in testing back in March, LinkedIn has now officially launched its new in-stream games, which are designed to give LinkedIn users a break from the grind of their workday. As per the video clip, LinkedIn’s new puzzle games are intended to provide a moment of relief for professionals, while also, of […]
WhatsApp Adds Community Events to Facilitate Expanded Engagement
WhatsApp has announced some new updates for its “Communities” feature, which enables users to connect via group chats based on topics, locations, sports teams, etc. First off, WhatsApp’s adding Community Events, which will enable Community members to highlight upcoming functions and gatherings in-stream. As you can see in this example, Community Events will provide a […]
Meta Previews New Batman Game for Quest VR
This could be big… Yes, Meta has announced that Batman is coming to its Quest VR experience, with the next installment of the popular Arkham video game series set to be presented in its immersive virtual environment. Which will definitely help Meta get more attention for its Quest offerings, given the popularity of Batman, and […]
TikTok Announces Programming for AANHPI Heritage Month
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AANHPI), and to mark the occasion, TikTok has announced a new line-up of special event programming, as well as a showcase of top AANHPI creators, to help promote and share the event with its user community. First off, TikTok says that it will be showcasing […]
Snapchat Announces New Generative AI Features, DM Editing
Snapchat has announced a slew of new features, with a focus on generative AI, as it seeks to keep users engaged and connected in the app. First off, Snap’s adding a new option that will enable users to create custom clothing for their Bitmoji characters, by using AI prompts. As you can see in this […]