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Meta adds new protections for teens, children across platforms: What's new

Meta is introducing expanded protections for teen and child accounts across its platforms, including new direct message safeguards and limits on interactions with suspicious adults

Meta apologises for faulty Kannada translations after CM's complaint

The social media firm's apology for incorrect Kannada translations on Facebook and Instagram came after Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah raised his concerns over mistranslations changing facts

Meta AI's 'Imagine Me' now available in India: What is it and how to use it

Now available in India, Meta AI's Imagine Me feature is available on Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. It lets users generate images of themselves in different styles and situation using Meta AI

Why you can't stop scrolling: Zombie scrolling is hijacking your attention

Hooked on reels and never-ending feeds? Zombie scrolling is designed to trap you-experts explain what it does to your brain and how to fight back

OPPO Reno 14 Pro review: Content creator in me liked it for these reasons

With its sharp display, premium design, and AI camera features, the Reno 14 Pro is a content creator's delight, though not ideal for gamers or heavy storage needs

Meta introduces direct messaging in Threads, adds new features: Details

Meta rolls out direct messages and a Highlighter feature on Threads. The former allows users to have private, one-on-one conversations within the app

In the app world, the seven deadly sins have found new digital avatars

The moot question is whether a digital business can be built from The Seven Gifts of Grace: Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Knowledge, Piety, Fortitude, and Fear of the Lord

Fact-Check: Are These Instagram Fitness Fads Backed by Science?

From moon-charged water to 100 Surya Namaskars a day—your Instagram feed is bursting with fitness trends. But do they actually work? Or are we sipping on pseudoscience?

All Facebook video uploads to be shared as Reels in coming months

Facebook will soon unify all video uploads as Reels, removing the need to choose formats. The update aims to streamline content and offer creative tools like effects, audio edits, and filters

Dutch govt recommends children under 15 stay off TikTok, Instagram

The Dutch government advised parents on Tuesday not to have children under 15 use social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram, citing psychological and physical problems among children using them, including panic attacks, depression and difficulties sleeping. The Ministry of Health also encouraged parents to limit how long their children spend using electronic devices, keep phones and laptops out of bedrooms, and have 20 minutes of screentime followed by two hours of outside play. The advisory gives children the time to further develop digital resilience and media literacy, Vincent Karremans, caretaker deputy minister for youth and sport, said in a letter to parliament. Karremans is one of several ministers who remained on after the Dutch government collapsed earlier this month pending October elections. Both TikTok and Instagram require users to be at least 13 years of age. The guidelines, which are not legally binding, distinguish between social media sites like TikTok an

Nearly 80% of Indian shoppers discover new products via social media: Meta

Influencers, Reels and messaging offers are increasingly shaping buying decisions, with Meta-owned platforms playing a key role in both online and offline retail purchases

Instagram adds real time Spotify song sharing to Notes, grid re-ordering

Spotify's new collaboration with Instagram will let users share real-time music through Notes, while upcoming grid customisation will offer personal control over Instagram profile layout

Meta brings AI video editing feature to Meta AI, Edits app: What's new

Meta AI's video editing feature can stylise short-form videos based on preset text prompts. At present, it supports video clips up to 10 seconds long and is being offered for free for a limited time

Tech Wrap June 2: Samsung Perplexity deal, WhatsApp on iPhone, Gemini Veo 3

Samsung Perplexity deal. WhatsApp ends support for older generation iPhone. Gemini with Veo 3 availability. Meta may launch Instagram for Apple iPad. Valorant game update. WWDC 2025

After WhatsApp, Meta may launch Instagram for Apple iPad: What to expect

The current Instagram app available for Apple iPad mirrors the iOS version, resulting in thick black bars along the sides due to the lack of optimisation for larger displays

Instagram influencer sent to 14-day judicial custody over viral video

Instagram influencer Sharmishtha Panoli has been arrested in Gurugram after a communal video on Operation Sindoor sparked backlash, threats, and calls for her arrest

Tech Wrap May 30: WhatsApp Status, Instagram's 3:4 format, Nothing Phone 3

WhatsApp to get new Status features. Instagram's new aspect ratio. Nothing to drop glyph lighting. YouTube brings Lens to Shorts. Gemini's Google drive integration. AirPods Pro 3

No crop, no black borders: Instagram now let user post 3:4 frame shots

The new Instagram format supports both single images and carousels, ensuring 3:4 photos display without black bars, awkward crops, or formatting issues

Facing battery drainage issue on Pixel? Update Instagram, says Google

Select Pixel smartphone users reported battery drain issues after the May update. Google clarified that the problem stems from a bug in the Instagram app

DMRC warns passengers against making social media reels on trains, stations

The advisory aims to ensure a smooth and safe commute for all passengers; posters warn against disruptive behaviour