Social Media News in a Nutshell #394
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News from X
X continues to enhance its user experience with several new features, including a dedicated NFL Portal for sports enthusiasts to track and discuss league news, the introduction of side-swiping likes and replies for iOS users, and the addition of a pinch-to-zoom functionality for video content, allowing users to interact with and view media on the platform more easily.
Video calling updates
Meta is upgrading Messenger and Facebook calling capabilities. HD video calls now default on WiFi, and voice message options for unanswered calls have been added, enhancing holiday communication experiences.
Holiday shopping on social media
X shared holiday shopping demographic insights highlighting a male-dominated 25-34 age group audience, while Pinterest launched a new "Festive Season Hub" with expanded ad options to support businesses during the holiday season.
Starting fresh on Instagram
Instagram is testing an in-stream recommendation reset feature that allows users to clear the platform's understanding of their interests, providing more control over content suggestions in Explore, Reels, and Feed.
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A handy update from WhatsApp
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WhatsApp is introducing an automatic voice note transcription feature, enabling users to read the content of audio messages directly within the app.
Sponsored Snaps are live
Snapchat has launched its first "Sponsored Snap" campaign, leveraging a DM video message to U.S. users aged 18+ to promote the movie "Wicked", marking a new direct-to-inbox advertising approach.
Product price comparison and more on Google
Google Shopping is enhancing its holiday shopping experience by adding product price comparison and local availability listings within Google Lens searches, helping consumers make more informed purchasing decisions.
LinkedIn shares ad tips
LinkedIn is providing data-backed advertising tips to help brands better understand and engage with their platform's audience, offering strategic insights for more effective marketing.
News from?Threads
Threads is testing significant updates, including making the 'Following' feed the default option, introducing more customizable feed selections, and enhancing search capabilities with new filters and improved trending topic displays as part of their ongoing platform development.