3 Notes on Facebook's News Feed Changes Thus Far

What have been the impacts of Facebook's News Feed changes thus far? Here are three important trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2018

Facebook Tests Out New Video Format to Boost Communal Viewing and Engagement

Facebook's testing out a new video format which would enable publishers to post pre-recorded video in what's essentially the Facebook Live environment. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2018

Facebook Releases Updated Privacy Tools and Settings

Facebook has released its updated privacy and data tools, which provide more clarity on how the platform uses your data. But will they help?

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2018

Snapchat Rolls Out New Lens-Based Ad Type, Continues to Tweak New Design

Snapchat's launching a new, direct call to action ad unit within its popular Lenses, while they continue to refine their new app layout.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2018

Facebook Adds New QR Code Option for Pages

Facebook's testing out a new QR code option to help connect people with Pages.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 18, 2018

Snapchat Adds Advanced Lens Creation to Lens Studio

Snapchat is giving users the capacity to build their own face-altering Lenses which respond to user movement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 18, 2018

Instagram Adds New Profile to Showcase Design and Creativity on the Platform

Instagram's added a new @design profile which will showcase the company's own design and creative teams, providing insight and inspiration.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 17, 2018

Periscope's Expanding its 'Super Broadcaster' Streamer Payments Program

Twitter-owned Periscope continues to expand its 'Super Broadcaster' live-stream payments option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 17, 2018

Facebook Could be Closer to Rolling Out Upvote and Downvote Options for Comments

Facebook could be closer to introducing upvote and downvote options on comments after an initial test of the tool with some users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 17, 2018

Facebook's Working on a Powerful New Ad Targeting Option - But Will it be Released?

A new report suggests Facebook's working on a powerful new, data-backed ad option, but amidst the backlash over Cambridge Analytica, will we see them change course?

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2018

What Did We Learn From Zuckerberg's Congressional Testimony?

What did we learn from Mark Zuckerberg's testimony this week? Not much - and that could be the most concerning thing.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2018

Facebook Adds More New Tools to Facebook Stories, Including an AR Drawing Tool

Facebook's adding some new tools to Facebook Stories as it continues to push ahead with the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2018

Pinterest's Looking to Give Profiles a Fresh Look with New Cover Images and Presentation Options

Pinterest is trying out a new look for profiles, with cover images and updates display information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2018

Instagram's Working on a New Q and A Sticker Option for Instagram Stories

Instagram's working on a new sticker type for Stories which would enable users to ask questions of their audience, with the responses kept private. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2018

Snap Inc.'s Closing in on New Version of Spectacles, Which Could Have AR Functionality

Snap Inc. is reportedly close to releasing an updated version of Spectacles - but what functionality the new glasses might have remains to be seen.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2018

The Biggest Social Media Changes So Far in 2018 - And How to Keep Up

If you aren’t staying up-to-date with the latest trends and changes, you’ll likely lose ground to your competitors. Here’s a look at the most notable social media changes so far in 2018.

By Albizu Garcia • April 12, 2018

LinkedIn Adds New GIF Access Within its On-Platform Messaging

LinkedIn has added new access to Tenor's GIF library within their messaging flow, adding some more creative connection options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2018

Facebook Adds Data Abuse Bounty, New Access Rules for Apps

Facebook continues to add more measures to reassure users in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 11, 2018

Twitter Endorses 'Honest Ads Act', Along with Facebook

Twitter and Facebook have endorsed the Honest Ads Act, which aims to provide more transparency on electioneering ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 11, 2018

Instagram Adds 'Focus' Mode for Selfies, Mention Stickers for iOS

Instagram is adding a new tool to make your selfies look better, and a new mentions sticker option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 11, 2018

Could Snapchat be Looking to Switch Back to a Chronological Feed?

A new test suggests that Snapchat may be looking to reverse course on its algorithm-defined timeline.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 10, 2018

Instagram's Testing 'Nametag' Codes to Promote Accounts

Instagram is reportedly testing a new 'Nametags' feature to more easily connect users to a chosen Instagram presence.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 10, 2018

Facebook's Implementing Disclosure on "Issues Ads", Adding Verification Requirement for Page Managers

The changes keep coming at Facebook in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2018

Facebook's Adding an Option to Unsend Messages After Executives Were Found to be Using the Option

Facebook will add an 'unsend' option in Messenger after users found executives from the company had deleted previously send communications. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2018

LinkedIn's Forcing Users to Add Hashtags to Posts, Rolling Out New Profile Format

LinkedIn really wants you to use hashtags on your posts, while they're also trying out a new profile format.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2018