YouTube Looks to Highlight Places Mentioned in Videos, Adds 'Collections' to Help Sort Subscriptions

Places mentioned will highlight specific locations within the video description, providing a more visual connection to those links.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2021

Facebook Announces New Comment Moderation and Support Features, Including Live Chat for Some Account Issues

Live chat for those locked out of their Facebook accounts will address a key issue for many users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2021

Meta Takes Next Steps Towards VR Social with the Expansion of Horizon Worlds

The next stage of immersive digital connection is coming, with Horizon Worlds now available to all VR users in the US and Canada.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Twitter Shares the Top Tweets and Trends of 2021

The big tweet trends of 2021 revolved around US politics and TV shows.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Meta's Novi Cryptocurrency Project Launches New Trial on WhatsApp in the US

Meta's crypto project moves to the next stage of testing, which could help build the case for the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Snapchat Launches 'Acts of Kindness' Initiative to Boost Spotlight Take-Up

Snapchat's looking to boost interest in its TikTok-like Spotlight option, via a new positivity-focused initiative.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Meta Launches Personalized Year in Review Features on Facebook and Instagram

The features provide a summary of your shared experiences on the platform's throughout the year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Facebook Launches New Tools for Live-Stream Creators, Including Links in Streams and Additional Stream Guests

The new additions provide a range of new considerations and opportunities for live-stream creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2021

Instagram's Coming Chronological Feed May Not Work How You Expect

Instagram says that it's bringing back the reverse chronological feed. But is it really?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2021

TikTok Leads the Way in App Annie's 2021 App Performance Report

App Annie's data shows that TikTok has seen the biggest jump in revenue this year, while usage continues to grow.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2021

Facebook Launches 'Professional Profiles' to Help More Creators Maximize their Presence

Facebook's making a push to win over more creators, as part of its broader effort to win back young audiences.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2021

Reddit Reveals the Top Posts, AMA Sessions, Live-Streams and More in 2021

Reddit has shared a new overview of the top posts of the year along with some new performance stats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2021

Twitter Tests New, TikTok-Like Full-Screen Display for Explore

"It's beginning to look a lot like TikTok..."

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2021

Twitter Tests New Self-Reporting Option for Potentially Sensitive Images and Videos in Tweets

The new option will help limit user exposure to potentially harmful or disturbing content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Twitter Launches New Tweet Reporting Flow to Improve Issue Diagnosis and Response

The new process aims to better diagnose issues with tweets, and facilitate more effective action.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Facebook Launches 'Stars Fest' to Increase Creator Donations, and Bring More of their Fans to the App

Facebook's hoping to encourage more Stars usage, and win over more creators and their fans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Snapchat Outlines Advanced AR Options at Lens Fest 2021, Including New Features for its AR Spectacles

Snapchat has outlined a range of AR advances and tools at its annual Lens Fest event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Twitter Acquires Messaging App Quill, Which Points to Coming Upgrades for Professional Users

New pro tools could be coming to Twitter, with the acquisition of messaging app Quill.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Instagram Adds New Features to Offer More Protection and Well-Being Prompts for Young Users

The new tools aim to address concerns that the app can be harmful for young users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Meta Adds New Interactive Elements to Facebook Gaming to Help Build Community Engagement

Meta's looking to expand Facebook Gaming as part of its broader push to win back younger users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Instagram's Testing a 'Dancify' Option for Reels Which Would Automatically Sync Video and Music

'Dancify' appears to be an auto-synch tool, much like TikTok's music sync feature.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Pinterest Shares Trend Predictions for 2022, Based on Usage Data

What are the next big Pin trends of note? Check out 'Pinterest Predicts 2022'.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2021

Instagram Adds Custom Text to Link Stickers, New Color Options for Your Stories Links

Now you have more ways to get people to click on your IG Stories links.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2021

TikTok Launches New 'TikTok Seller' App in Indonesia to Facilitate eCommerce Activity

The new Seller App enables dedicated management of eCommerce listings on TikTok.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2021

WhatsApp Adds New Auto-Delete Options, Enabling You to Set All Your Chat Threads to Self-Erase

The new option will enable you to auto-delete all your WhatsApp threads after 24 hours, a week or 90 days.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2021