Instagram Launches Automated Captions for Feed Videos

Now, you have the option to switch on auto captions within all Instagram surfaces.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2022

Instagram Announces Closure of Separate IGTV App, Removal of In-Stream Video Ads

Instagram continues to refine its video offerings, and hone in on Reels as its key engagement pathway.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2022

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Instagram Shares New Overviews of the Key Ranking Factors for Feed Posts, Stories and Reels

Some handy lists to keep nearby as you go about your strategic planning.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 17, 2022

Meta Publishes New Report into Evolving Conversation Trends and Interests [Infographic]

The report provides an in-depth overview of the latest trends and shifts that are shaping online conversation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 17, 2022

Meta Provides New Recommendations to Help Advertisers Lessen the Impacts of Apple's ATT Update

Apple's ATT update has caused some major headaches for Facebook and Instagram advertisers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 15, 2022

Instagram Adds Stories Likes to Provide Insight on Viewer Engagement

The option provides a low-touch way to engage with Stories, which could have a big impact.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 14, 2022

How Social Platforms are Celebrating Super Bowl LVI

Here's a look at the various ways in which you can join in the celebration around Super Bowl LVI via your favorite social apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2022

Instagram Announces Valentine's Day Live-Stream Shopping Event, the Latest in its eCommerce Push

The new promotion will help to showcase Instagram's evolving live-stream shopping tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2022

Instagram Shares New Insights into How Users Express Love Across the US [Infographic]

Which US states say 'I love you' the most (and least) in their Instagram posts and Stories?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 9, 2022

Instagram Adds New Features for Safer Internet Day, Including Improved Content Management Tools

The new options provide more ways to manage our IG content, and secure your account.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 8, 2022

Instagram Experiments with Stories Highlights to Reels Conversion Option, Longer Reels Clips

Instagram really wants you to give Reels a chance.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 2, 2022

Facebook Loses a Million Daily Active Users, Posts Big Revenue Result for Full Year 2021

Meta continues to bring in the big bucks, though the overall daily usage of Facebook has declined for the first time. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 2, 2022

Meta Announces Events for Black History Month, Including a New, Metaverse-Aligned Project

Meta will host a range of events, including AR and VR activations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2022

Instagram Outlines Key Updates to Improve the In-App Experience for Visually Impaired Users

Instagram's improved its approach to the way it presents post information in screen readers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2022

Meta Launches Improved 3D Avatars, Expands Avatar Use to Instagram

Meta's new avatars are a first step towards advanced connection in the metaverse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2022

Instagram Adds New Stickers and AR Features to Celebrate Lunar New Year

The new tools will enable users to celebrate the Year of the Tiger in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2022

Instagram Increases Response Options in Stories Polls, Facilitating Expanded Engagement

Some handy new updates for your Instagram Stories polls.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2022

Instagram Adds Scheduled Live Display on User Profiles to Improve Discovery of Upcoming Streams

The option will display all of your scheduled IG Live streams on your profile in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2022

Instagram Expands Video Remix Option to All Videos, Not Just Reels Clips

The expansion will provide much more capacity for creative responses to Instagram video clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2022

Meta Plans to Establish an NFT Marketplace, Expanding Beyond Profile Pictures

Meta's longer-term view for the interconnected metaverse will include NFTs - but maybe not in the way you expect.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2022

Instagram Launches Live Test of Fan Subscriptions, Providing More Monetization Options for Creators

The options will provide another avenue for creators to generate direct income from their fans in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 19, 2022

Meta Publishes New Guide to the Various Security and Control Options in its Apps

The guide covers all of the various security and safety tools on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 16, 2022

Meta Outlines Policy Requirements for Businesses Looking to Advertise and Sell on its Platforms

A good refresher on Meta's various regulations and requirements, with links through to all the relevant policy documents.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2022

Instagram's Testing a New Option Which Would Enable Users to Re-Arrange the Post Display on their Profile

This could provide more capacity to manage how profile visitors view your IG content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 10, 2022

Instagram Tests New 'Status' Display to Provide More Context on What Your Connections are Doing

The option could help to keep your connections informed of your activities, and likely response times.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 10, 2022