Available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store, Threads allows users to engage with content by liking, commenting, reposting, and sharing. The app supports text posts of up to 500 characters and videos of up to 5 minutes in length.
In a video shared on Twitter, the Guinness World Records showcased the exact moment when MrBeast's follower count on Threads transitioned from 999K to one million.
To enhance user experience, Meta's Twitter rival, Threads has announced the launch of a beta program for Android which will provide early access to new features and bug fixes.
Amidst allegations of trade secret theft and the poaching of former employees, Twitter, under the leadership of Elon Musk, issues a threat of legal action against Meta, the parent company of Instagram, for its newly launched platform Threads.
On Wednesday, Meta introduced Threads to iOS and Android users in 100 countries, quickly propelling it to the top spot among free apps on the App Store.
Threads, which was created by the company's Instagram team, arrives at a time when many are looking for Twitter alternatives to escape Elon Musk's raucous oversight of the platform since acquiring it last year for USD 44 billion.
Threads, the new app from Meta designed to rival Twitter, can be downloaded automatically from the Apple App Store by searching for "Threads" and tapping "Get." It is also available on the Google Play Store.
The group suggestion feature is currently being developed and will be released to all users in future updates of WhatsApp, here's all you need to know about this new feature.
Twitter CEO Linda Yaccarino defended the temporary cap on the number of tweets users can read in a day, stating that it was a necessary move to strengthen the platform.
To generate excitement among users, Instagram has added a special feature to let users register for Threads, an upcoming app by Meta that offers an alternative to Twitter.
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature that allows users to send high-quality videos. This feature is available for those who have installed the latest update, WhatsApp beta for iOS version 23.13.0.76.
Threads, a new app by Meta (formerly known as Facebook), is set to launch on July 6th. According to the App Store listing, the app indicates that it will be available for iPhones. Previously, an Android version of the app briefly appeared on the Google Play store.
During May, WhatsApp received 3,912 grievance reports, including appeals for account unbanning, from Indian users. Out of these reports, 297 were actioned upon, meaning that WhatsApp took remedial action based on the reports.
Individual grievances on Facebook more than doubled to 16,995 and jumped over 68 per cent on Instagram in May compared to April data.
A developer on Twitter posted a picture showing that Meta's version of Twitter was briefly available on the Google Play Store. However, it seems the app was mistakenly listed and is no longer visible on the store.
At present, users have the option to transfer their chat history through unofficial third-party apps or by updating their backup on cloud services.
Meta has been testing a new feature for Instagram to enable users to indicate their interest in a recommended Reel in the Reels tab.
WhatsApp Business app users, totaling over 200 million, can now create ads for Facebook and Instagram that leads directly to WhatsApp, even without having a Facebook account. Additionally, WhatsApp has introduced easier methods for businesses to connect and engage with their customers effectively.
The social networking company mentioned that these initial parental supervision tools are just the beginning, and they intend to introduce more features to the Family Center over the next year.
Meta introduces a 'Quest+' VR subscription service at $7.99/month, offering users two hand-picked VR titles per month and a special $1 first-month offer until July 31.
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