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Instagram’s new Instants tool is a brazen copycat of Snapchat and BeReal, but at least it keeps things real
Instagram launched Instants globally, a disappearing photo feature that borrows heavily from Snapchat and BeReal while pushing users toward more authentic, unedited sharing.
Meta already verified me to influence elections — so why do I have to pay for a checkmark?
If you have to prove who you are and where you live to run political advertising on Facebook and Instagram, paying for a blue checkmark makes even less sense.
AI turned Breaking Bad into an anime — and it’s terrifying
A TikTok user recently shared a video showing AI-generated pictures of the Breaking Bad cast as anime characters, and the results are alarming.
Thanks to Tapbots’ Ivory app, I’m finally ready to ditch Twitter for good
Mastodon is a popular Twitter alternative, but it may not click right away. You might just need a great app to help — and that's what Tapbots brings with Ivory.
Twitter’s downfall made me look for alternatives, but they just made it worse
Twitter, under Elon Musk's ownership, prompted me to look at alternatives. However, the poor selection ended up changing the way I feel about social media.
Hive Social is my favorite Twitter alternative, but that’s not saying much
As Twitter continues to be a growing dumpster fire under Elon, many alternatives have popped up. Hive Social has been buzzing lately, but it's not perfect.
What is Ambient Mode on YouTube?
If you've heard about YouTube's new Ambient Mode feature but are not quite sure what it is or how to enable it, this is the guide for you.
Clear Mode on TikTok: Here’s what it is and how to use it
You've probably heard that TikTok has a Clear Mode. But what is it? In this guide, we'll explain what this feature is and how to use it.
Staying on Twitter? Here are two ways to make it easier
If you're concerned about the future of Twitte, but not quite ready to leave just yet, you should know that you still have other options.
Elon Musk officially owns Twitter now: a timeline of how we got here
Curious to know how Elon Musk purchased Twitter? We'll guide you through this complex story of takeover bids and poison pills.
What do the eyes mean on your Snapchat Story?
Ever wondered what the "eyes" symbol means on a Snapchat Story? In this guide, we'll tell you exactly what it means and the feature it represents.
3 reasons why Instagram Reels is failing to compete with TikTok
Instagram Reels doesn't seem to be doing so well. Here's a look at a few reasons why.
Breaking down the Twitter whistleblower allegations and how it affects the Musk takeover
You've probably heard of the Twitter Whistleblower by now. Let's take a look at some of the serious allegations in their complaint.
The more Instagram copies TikTok, the more I hate using it
Instagram tried copying TikTok. Then it said it would stop. And now it's doing it again. And I'm so, so tired.
Why Instagram’s pivot to video is making everyone so mad
Instagram is clearly committed to competing with TikTok. But in doing so it's ignoring what its users really want. Is its pivot to video worth it?
AI-generated faces are taking over the internet
AI can easily generate realistic faces that are completely fake, and it's making it harder for us to stop the spread of misinformation
What is the TikTok blackout challenge? The dangerous trend that has parents suing
TikTok is home to many popular internet challenges. But the infamous blackout challenge is proving to be one of the most dangerous.
Twitter CoTweets: Everything you need to know about co-authored tweets
Twitter is currently conducting a limited test of a new co-authored tweets feature called CoTweets. Here's what you need to know.
TweetDeck (for Mac) is dead. Here are some alternatives
As of today, TweetDeck for Mac has shut down. If you need a new social media management app, check out our picks for alternatives to TweetDeck.
Beyond rainbows: 5 tech companies that did more for Pride in 2022
For this year's Pride Month celebration, these companies went above and beyond simply putting rainbows on their corporate social media profiles
Twitter Communities: A guide to the Reddit-like world within Twitter
Twitter Communities aren't just a recent feature of the bird app. It's a whole new world within Twitter and it looks kind of like a streamlined Reddit.
Call me a phony, but anti-Instagram app BeReal is too real for me
BeReal, a new social network, promises to show the unfiltered you, unlike other platforms. It's a lofty goal, but it turns out, not one that's easily achieved.
TikTok Live Subscriptions: Everything we know so far
TikTok recently announced its LIVE Subscription program. But what does that mean for you? We'll break down everything we know about it so far.
A look into Texas’ controversial anti-censorship law HB 20
Laws surrounding the first amendment are oftentimes messy as exampled by Texas' controversial internet anti-censorship law, House Bill 20.
Popular YouTubers react to Shorts’ new video remix feature
Popular YouTube creators react to Shorts' latest video splice feature that allows for remixing public videos on the platform.
Will Elon Musk give media the wake-up call they (we) need
A Musk-led Twitter is the reality check the media industry needs to mend its ways, as harsh it may sound. It's time to wake up from the honeymoon phase.
4 new Twitter features Elon Musk has hinted at adding
We still don't know what a Twitter run by Musk will look like. But the Tesla CEO has dropped a few hints on what he wants to see. Let's take a closer look.
