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Browse full section archiveSnap Settles Lawsuit Over Teen Mental Health Claims
Snap has reached a settlement in a high-profile lawsuit brought by two teenagers accusing the platform of fueling depression and eating disorders.
How Instagram's Repost Feature Works for Posts and Reels
Learn how Instagram's repost feature lets you share posts and reels, curate your profile, control permissions, and undo accidental reposts easily.
French Lawmakers Approve Internet Tax on Data Traffic
French lawmakers have approved an amendment for a data traffic tax on digital content providers, targeting major tech giants like Google and Meta.
Oh My Hours App Tracks Lost Screen Time on iOS
Discover Oh My Hours for iOS, a minimalist digital wellbeing application that splits your day into hourly blocks to shame phone scrolling habits.
Meta Settles Social Media Addiction Case Before Trial
Meta avoids an upcoming social media addiction trial by settling a lawsuit brought by an 18-year-old woman from Mississippi, leaving Snap as the sole defendant.
Meta Expands Teen Self-Harm Alerts to Facebook and Meta AI
Meta is expanding its parental notification system to Facebook and Meta AI, alerting caregivers if teens repeatedly search for self-harm or suicide content.
Meta Tests Threads Friends for Private Post Sharing
Meta is testing a new 'Threads Friends' feature in select countries, allowing users to share private posts with smaller groups of followers.
Meta Quietly Launches AI Fashion App Style Sketch
Meta has quietly launched Style Sketch, an AI fashion app that connects to Instagram and Facebook to build virtual closets and suggest outfit combinations.
Instagram Tests Long-Form Videos Without Payment Plan
Instagram is testing long-form horizontal videos up to 90 minutes long, but creators are complaining about a lack of monetization features compared to YouTube.
Instagram Expands Long-Form Video and TV Viewing Features
Instagram is updating its platform to support 90-minute videos, horizontal viewing, and TV integration to capture the expanding clip and streaming economy.
Instagram Pushes Into Longform and Widescreen Video With Features
Instagram is introducing a new longform horizontal video format called Features, shifting its strategy to compete with platforms like YouTube.
Instagram Tests 90-Minute Videos in Shift to Long-Form
Instagram is testing a new feature allowing creators to upload videos up to 90 minutes long, marking a major strategic shift toward long-form content.
Greece Enacts Social Media Ban for Children Under 15
Greece's parliament has officially passed a social media ban for children under 15, which will go into effect on January 1, 2027.
YouTuber Dissects iPhone Duo to Find Cause of Hinge Failure
A YouTuber investigates the cause of iPhone Duo screen failures, discovering a weak structural point in the complex hinge mechanism.
4 Ray-Ban Meta Privacy Settings to Change Now
Explore four crucial privacy settings for Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses to manage cloud storage, AI training features, and voice wake phrases.
Wallhack M-001 Review: Magnesium Gaming Mouse
Explore the Wallhack M-001 gaming mouse review featuring a magnesium chassis, hot-swappable spring-loaded battery, and unique design choices.
Ray-Ban Meta Audio Review: Camera-Free Smart Glasses
Meta's new Ray-Ban Meta Audio smart glasses drop the built-in cameras to deliver an audio-only experience with improved comfort and privacy.
Meta Tests Charging Government and Nonprofits to Share Links
Meta is testing a new policy that restricts free link sharing on Facebook, inadvertently impacting verified government and nonprofit pages.
Meta Faces Record $25 Billion Fine Over Data Violations
Meta faces a massive $25 billion penalty for consumer protection violations, raising questions about whether legal fines truly impact the tech giant.
Rhode Island Sues Meta Over Handling of Scam Ads
Rhode Island is the first state to sue Meta over its approach to scam ads, alleging the company profits from fraudulent content.
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