Reels

Instagram is reportedly testing a new feature on iOS that will allow people who do not have the app to still watch Reels in the app's native interface. This will be done through App Clips, a feature that was added to iPhone in 2021 with the iOS 14 update. App Clips are like previews where users can use a particular feature before they decide to download the full app. Notably, TikTok also has an App Clip that lets non-users watch its short video content.The information comes from a 9to5Mac report that found an App Clip in…

At least half of French citizens or about 33 million people have had their personal data stolen in perhaps one of the largest cyberattack to hit a European nation. The breach targeted two French service providers catering to medical insurance companies…

At the beginning of 2023, TikTok was one of the weirdest and most delightful places on the internet. An app with a reputation for memes and 30-second dances had become the front page of the internet, and it seemed TikTok was only getting better as the platform matured. A year later, TikTok’s growth finally appears to have plateaued, and while the app is still a cultural behemoth, there’s a surprising truth lurking in the app’s success: TikTok is in trouble. In a bid to spread into new areas and fend off competitors,…

While covering a wedding recently, Pratheek Arun felt a bit uneasy. “The bride’s sister wanted to make a transition video of the bride at all the ceremonies, using a twirl for a transition,” recalls the 27-year-old videographer from Thrissur in Kerala. “At the wedding reception, she made the bride twirl on stage, doing multiple takes to capture the perfect shot.”Arun, who has documented weddings for almost a decade, was uncomfortable shooting this sequence as “they prioritised creating something for Instagram, while…

Vipasha Malhotra’s digital clout is a case study. The singer-songwriter gained fame through her Instagram Reels during the pandemic, amassing a following of 175,000 on the Meta-owned platform till now. What’s unusual is that the 20-something musician has fetched three times as many subscribers on YouTube in much less time.Typically, content creators, who start on Instagram, struggle to attain a similar following when they move to YouTube. “All I did was cross-post my 15-second clips for Instagram as YouTube Shorts,” says…

TikTok may have been the world’s top app by downloads and consumer spending in 2023, but it was not the top by actual usage. Last year, Facebook again maintained its No. 1 position by monthly active users, followed by other Meta-owned apps WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger — all of which were ahead of TikTok at No. 5. Now new data indicates that TikTok’s growth has started to slow, begging the question of whether the app’s move into e-commerce via TikTok Shop is to blame. According to new data from market…

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If you're looking to showcase your creativity and engage with your audience on via Instagram Reels, creating and sharing outstandingly unique and interesting content is an excellent way to do so. This step-by-step Instagram Reels guide will walk you through the process, making it easy for you to record, edit, and share compelling content.Creating an Instagram Reel:1. To start the process, click on the 'Create' option on the left side of your Instagram interface. 2. Next, click 'Post' to initiate the creation of your…

Instagram users are facing a peculiar glitch causing widespread frustration, particularly among long-time users. According to reports, the audio in the oldest…

In an era of interconnected social media, the ability to craft compelling content across multiple platforms is crucial for creators aspiring to expand their reach. And when earnings are at stake there is no way anyone will think of taking any backward steps as far as quality and engagement are concerned. Repurposing your content is the key to efficiency, and if you're a frequent Instagram Reels creator, the potential for repurposing your videos on platforms like YouTube shorts, Pinterest story pins, TikTok, and LinkedIn…