Platforms built to connect people, for better or for worse, are now for doing the opposite.

Instagram Blend lets you create a shared Reels feed with friends in DMs, offering a personalized content experience. To use it, simply join a chat, invite friends, and enjoy curated Reels together.

Social media users have been left shocked by a new Instagram feature that's made them believe we're 'officially living in the future'. Advancements in technology are generally welcome things, ...

Meta is testing a highly anticipated feature on Instagram Reels that allows users to pause a video just by tapping on it. For now, the ability to pause videos is only available to a small group of ...

More than half of all ads on Meta's Instagram ran in the service's short-form video Reels product in 2025, up from 35% in ...

Your Algorithm is a new Instagram feature that lets users tweak the algorithm shaping their feed — here's how to use & share it on IG Stories ...

Have you ever swiped through your Instagram Reels feed and thought, "Wow, the only thing that will make this better is if someone else could also watch what I am watching and know that this is what ...

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Instagram is testing a feature that locks Reels behind a secret code and a provided hint, according to a report by TechCrunch. This looks like a novel way for creators to interact with fans, as they ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. Amazon ...

Sit back with Reels on a big screen. Sit back with Reels on a big screen. is a senior reporter covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme.