The influencer economy’s invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop
AI is starting to replace the hidden global workforce of clippers, editors, and virtual assistants that helped creators manufacture “organic” reach at scale.
I tried Instagram Edits and it’s a must-have app for creators
Instagram's new Edits app is a fun, low-effort pathway to editing and posting videos. It has a decent selection of tools, but the real winner is a homely feel.
Bluesky gets verified blue tick accounts, and it’s far better than X and Meta
Bluesky will only give a blue tick to accounts that are important or notable. It also let institutions, such as media houses, verify their trusted employees.
I paid Meta to ‘verify’ me — here’s what actually happened
Meta — the parent company of Facebook and Instagram — charges $15 to verify your account. I wanted to see if it was worth it.
The 10 big ways that Threads is totally different from Twitter
Threads has quite a few similarities to Twitter, which likely made it easier for you to join. But now let's examine the glaring differences between the two.
Worried about the FBI’s deepfake warning? Follow these expert tips
The FBI says deepfake crimes are rising. We talked to experts across the board, and they have some critical advice to keep you safe in a hostile online world.
Reddit could kill my favorite app — and that’s a problem for everyone
Reddit is trying to charge third-party apps an obscene amount to use its data, and it could have wide-ranging effects on all the apps you love. Here’s why.
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.
‘Man-baby’ or ‘singular solution’: Twitter reacts to Musk buyout
Elon Musk's whirlwind acquisition of Twitter and decision to take the company private have drawn contrasting opinions from experts from both sides of the aisle.
Twitter is at risk of losing what makes it special: You
It's all change at Twitter, but a lack of trust in the new owner's intentions makes me worry the platform is about to lose what makes it special.
6 Twitter features I want no matter who’s in charge
Will Elon Musk successfully buy Twitter? Who knows. But no matter who takes charge of the beloved bird app, there are some improvements I want them to make..
Typing into the void: The joy of one-sided conversations with K-pop idols
K-pop fans pay to have one-sided conversations with their favorite artists through specific apps, and I'm one of them. I talked to experts about the appeal.
Three reasons Facebook/Meta is shutting down its face recognition system
Given there are benefits that come from face recognition, why is Meta getting rid of the Facebook feature? We break it down.