Facebook's Avatars - Are They Any Good?

Facebook has released its new 'Facebook Avatars' Bitmoji-style option to users in Australia. Here's how it works, and how it looks in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2019

Facebook Tests Another Layout to Promote the Various Facebook Stories Options

Facebook is testing out yet another option to showcase the various Facebook Stories options available, in an effort to boost usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2019

Snapchat Launches New Game from FarmVille Creator Zynga

Snapchat has announced its first big gaming push with a new, group shooter game from Zynga.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2019

Amazon Replicates Pinterest Lens with 'StyleSnap' Feature

Amazon has announced a new, in-app addition which replicates the functionality of Pinterest's Lens tool.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2019

YouTube Takes Tougher Stand on 'Hateful and Supremacist Content'

YouTube has announced that it will now prohibit content which alleges that any group is superior in order to justify discrimination.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2019

TikTok is Reportedly Testing New Ad Targeting Options to Lure Marketers

Trending video app TikTok is moving fast with its ad offerings, pitching advertisers on interest-based targeting to reach the right segments.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 5, 2019

Instagram Will Now Enable Advertisers to Boost Branded Content Partnerships as Ads

Instagram has officially announced the launch of Branded Content Ads, which will enable businesses to maximize influencer partnerships.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 5, 2019

YouTube Announces New Partnership with AXS to Facilitate Concert Ticket Purchases from Videos

YouTube has announced a new partnership with AXS, which will provide more options for users to purchase tickets to concerts direct from videos.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 5, 2019

Twitter Adds New Account Switching Option on its Web Version, Reveals New Mac App

Twitter has added a new, simplified account switching option, while Apple has revealed a new version of the Twitter Mac app at WWDC.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2019

YouTube Faces New Questions Over its Algorithm-Selected Content Recommendations

YouTube has come under renewed scrutiny over claims that its system recommends videos of underage children to pedophile groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2019

Facebook Shares Take a Hit on News of Potential Antitrust Investigation, New Apple Tools

Facebook may come under new scrutiny from the FTC, while Apple is taking aim at one of The Social Network's key data collection features.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2019

Facebook Launches New Bitmoji-Like Avatars, Starting with Users in Australia

Facebook is finally launching its own variation of Bitmoji, under the moniker of Facebook Avatars.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2019

Twitter Tests New Options to Simplify Common Engagement Actions

Twitter's trying out a couple of new tweaks which are designed to make it easier for users to directly engage and share via prompts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 1, 2019

Facebook Adds New Page and Group Ranking Factors into News Feed Algorithm

Facebook has announced an update to its latest News Feed algorithm change, adding in new factors for Page and Group content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 1, 2019

Snapchat's New-Style TV Shows are Seeing Millions of Viewers

Snapchat says that some of its more popular Snap Originals shows are seeing audiences in the 28 million+ range.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 31, 2019

Twitter Launches New 'News Alerts' Feature in India for the 2019 Cricket World Cup

Twitter has launched a new alerts tool in India which will send push notifications and links to Moments related to the 2019 Cricket World Cup. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 31, 2019

Pinterest Launches New Windows 10 App to Improve Desktop Browsing

Pinterest has launched a new, integrated Windows 10 app to improve the desktop browsing experience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 31, 2019

LinkedIn Improves Video Marketing Metrics via New Integration with Moat

LinkedIn has announced a new integration with Moat analytics, which will provide more insight into video marketing performance on the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 31, 2019

Twitter Officially Rolls Out 'Go Live with Guests' Option

After it was spotted in testing, Twitter has now officially announced the new option to live-stream with audio guests.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 30, 2019

LinkedIn Acquires Data Personalization Platform Drawbridge to Improve Ad Targeting

LinkedIn has announced its pending acquisition of data analytics platform Drawbridge, which will provide new tools to help improve LinkedIn ad targeting.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 29, 2019

The Complete Facebook Image Sizes and Dimensions Cheat Sheet [Infographic]

Ensure your Facebook visuals look their best with this updated reference sheet.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 29, 2019

Instagram Adds Alternate Stories Color Notifier for Pride Month

Instagram celebrates Pride Month with a new rainbow Stories color ring.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 26, 2019

Snapchat's Working on New Music Rights Deals to Enable Users to Add Songs to Their Snaps

Feeling the pinch from TikTok, Snapchat is working to establish new music rights deals with the major labels.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 25, 2019

Facebook Will Reportedly Launch its 'GlobalCoin' Cryptocurrency Next Year

New reports suggest that Facebook is planning to launch its own, on-platform cryptocurrency next year, which could change the eCommerce landscape.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 25, 2019

New Patent Reveals Additional Details on Facebook's Planned AR Glasses

Facebook's planned AR glasses, which are still some years away, will have audio stimulating attachments to enhance sound.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 25, 2019