The world of social media is full of promises of new features, and we've put together a quick rundown of everything that's coming. The updates were revealed at F8, Facebook's annual conference, which, as usual, lays out the company's next steps and ends up being a great guide to the trends that will soon take over your screen. There's a dating tool, and even video calling on Instagram! Stay tuned for these updates over the coming months.
Clear History – A Facebook feature designed to boost user privacy. A response to recent controversies surrounding the topic. It will let you see which sites and apps send information to the network when they're used.
Groups – A new tab in the Facebook app that will set group content apart. Once highlighted, it can be viewed dynamically, separate from the news feed.
Relationships – Facebook is also following in Tinder's footsteps, the famous dating app, and is preparing a similar feature. Users will be able to create a dating profile separate from their regular profile.
Crisis Response – A Facebook information hub that gathers news about disasters and streamlines its flow, especially among family and friends. It's a space for real-time sharing.
Group video calling – WhatsApp and Instagram will get this feature. Not many details have been shared, but it's speculated that up to four people will be able to join the conversation on the app. Another new addition will be “stickers,” already quite popular and loved on Telegram.
Stickers – Another new addition to the messenger will be “stickers,” already quite popular and loved on Telegram.
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