Social Snapshots 21.09.2022

September 21, 2022

Let’s take a look at the latest happening in the world of social media 👇🏻

TikTok introduces more ways to connect with its very own BeReal.

TikTok has launched a new time-based dual camera feature called TikTok Now.

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Facebook reveals the launch of Reels API letting you share Reels from third parties.

Metta introduces reels API directly from a third party on Instagram.

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Youtube’s newest tool automatically reformats ads when played on mobile.

Youtube’s newest feature automatically reformats landscape video ads into 9:16 when played on mobile.

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TikTok introduces a new way to the ‘BookTok’ community.

TikTok partners with Penguin Random House letting customers tag books in their clips.

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