There’s a whole host of new Instagram features coming down the pipe that we can not wait to experiment with. With constant updates in the world of social media, we know how hard it can be to keep on top of everything. We have done the hard work for you and pulled together some of the key social media headlines from the past week, and this week is an Insta special.
New Instagram features we can’t wait to try
by Kate WhittingtonInstagram wants you to take a break
Instagram have launched ‘Take a Break’ to “empower people to make informed decisions about how they’re spending their time. If someone has been scrolling for a certain amount of time, we’ll ask them to take a break from Instagram and suggest that they set reminders to take more breaks in the future. We’ll also show them expert-backed tips to help them reflect and reset.” Read more about the new Instagram feature here.
It’s OK to take a break. ❤️
We want your time on Instagram to be positive and intentional. Starting today, you can now add reminders to take a break while you’re scrolling on Instagram.
Learn More: https://t.co/fDrLl1boqw pic.twitter.com/loAeZQzPPa
— Instagram (@instagram) December 7, 2021
Instagram plans to bring back a chronological feed option
After more than five years, Instagram plans to bring back “a version” of its chronological feed next year. Mosseri said they have been working on the feature for months and are aiming to launch it in the first quarter of next year. Read more here.
Instagram will bring back a chronological feed in 2022 https://t.co/kKvMH40eyX pic.twitter.com/oDmzC0H5Hr
— Engadget (@engadget) December 8, 2021
Instagram adds Reels replies
Instagram has announced another new feature — Reels replies. Users can now reply in the comments section of posts with a Reel button. Read more here.
We love the communities that creators have built on Instagram. ?❤️
That’s why we’re excited to launch Reels Visual Replies, a new feature to interact with your audience. You can now reply to comments with Reels and the comment will pop up as a sticker. pic.twitter.com/dA3qj1lAwE
— Instagram (@instagram) December 10, 2021
Instagram launches ‘Playback’ Stories tool to celebrate 2021
This new Stories tool enables users to look back on memories from the last year and share them with their followers.
… And just like that, 2021 is almost over. ??
We are excited to launch Instagram Playback, where you can look back at the moments you’ve shared on Stories and everything you’ve explored over the year. #IGPlayback pic.twitter.com/i5BCQvpTc7
— Instagram (@instagram) December 10, 2021
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