July 21, 2021
Another week, another Social Snapshot! It can be hard to stay up to date with the social media news popping up every day. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Have a look at the latest happenings in the world of social media with our social snapshot
Twitter experiments with a new layout for images
Twitter is testing an improved timeline layout, which would take up the whole horizontal space, eliminating the rounded borders on your photos.
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Instagram adds “Sensitive Content Control”
To help users better manage their experience on the platform and protect them from unwanted exposure, Instagram has launched “Sensitive Content Control”, which gives users control over sensitive content.
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And more from Twitter – Fleets will no longer be available
Twitter is shutting down Fleets, its expiring tweets feature, after less than a year. The social network announced that as of August 3, Twitter Fleets will no longer be available due to low usage.
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Clubhouse introduces “Backchannel”
Clubhouse launches a new messaging feature “Backchannel”, allowing users to send text messages to other people and create chat groups.
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TikTok launches “TikTok Resumes”
TikTok is launching its new “Resumes” program, which enables users to post personal job pitches via TikTok videos and connect users with open positions via the app.
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But it doesn’t stop here –TikTok announces “Small Biz Block Party” event series
TikTok is running “Small Biz Block Party”, a virtual workshop series that will help small businesses by bringing together business owners and sharing marketing knowledge, tips, and insights.
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