Meta: News
27 Jul 2023
MetaverseMeta's revenue rises despite mounting metaverse losses: Here's what happened
This time last year, Meta was nursing the wounds of a first-ever quarterly revenue decline. Things have changed one year down the line.
26 Jul 2023
ThreadsHow Meta's Threads has evolved since its debut
Earlier this month, Meta took its social media game up a notch with Threads, its X (formerly Twitter) rival. The microblogging site arrived with much fanfare.
25 Jul 2023
XElon Musk's 'X' is a trademark nightmare: Here's why
Twitter is now called X. The platform also has a new logo in place of Larry the bird.
25 Jul 2023
TikTokTikTok adds text-only content to challenge X and Instagram's Threads
When it comes to short-form videos, there isn't anyone that does it like TikTok. The Chinese platform dominates that space.
22 Jul 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp users can now initiate group calls with 15 participants
Another day, another set of features. It seems like WhatsApp doesn't want to take a break.
20 Jul 2023
WhatsAppYou can now use WhatsApp on your WearOS smartwatch
WhatsApp has released a dedicated app for WearOS smartwatches. It is now rolling out globally.
19 Jul 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningHow Llama 2 cements Meta's position as AI contender
Meta surprised the world by open-sourcing its AI model Llama. However, it was limited to academicians and researchers.
18 Jul 2023
InstagramInstagram working on disappearing messages feature: How it works
Instagram is working on a feature, dubbed "Disappearing Messages."
17 Jul 2023
OpenAIHow Meta's AI model CM3leon compares with OpenAI's DALL-E 2
Meta has been busy in the AI game. Over the past few months, the company has released multiple AI models for various purposes.
14 Jul 2023
ThreadsMeta blocks EU users from accessing Threads via VPN
Meta's recently launched Threads has been a runaway success. Threads is available everywhere but in the EU region.
13 Jul 2023
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp features: Animated avatars, simplified chat list, and more
The avatar feature on WhatsApp quickly became a favorite among users and now it is getting better.
12 Jul 2023
InstagramHow to create Meta avatar for Instagram, Messenger video calls
Want to attend a video call but not camera-ready? No problem.
10 Jul 2023
ThreadsData privacy rules: Why Meta is struggling in Europe
Meta launched Threads last week. More than 100 million users have joined in less than five days.
10 Jul 2023
OpenAIOpenAI, Meta face lawsuits by authors: Here's why
The world has been amazed by how generative AI tools can generate different types of content. AI tools can thank the large datasets used in their training for that.
08 Jul 2023
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp feature: Link accounts to web using phone number
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature, which allows Android users to link their account to WhatsApp web using their phone number, instead of scanning the QR code. The facility may be accessible on iOS beta too.
07 Jul 2023
XTwitter threatens to sue Meta over Threads app: Here's why
If there weren't enough reasons to look forward to a potential cage match between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, we have a new one.
06 Jul 2023
ThreadsDay 1 of Threads: How companies and people reacted
Threads—Instagram's Twitter challenger—is off to a flying start.
06 Jul 2023
ThreadsThreads app privacy: What kind of personal data it collects
Meta's 'Threads' is here. The Twitter challenger has had a great opening day, with over 10 million people signing up within hours of launch.
06 Jul 2023
ThreadsMeta Threads: How to download and set up your account
Meta's much-awaited Threads app is now available globally, including in India. It is accessible to both Android and iOS users for free.
04 Jul 2023
InstagramInstagram may launch Twitter rival 'Threads' on July 6
We have been hearing about Meta's Twitter competitor "Threads"—based on Instagram—for a while. The app even made a brief appearance on Google Play.
03 Jul 2023
FacebookWhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram: How they dealt with Indian users' grievances
India is a massive market for Meta. The country has one of the company's largest user bases globally.
30 Jun 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp now lets Android beta users send high-quality videos
Compromised image and video quality is something that has bothered users on WhatsApp. Looks like we may not have to worry about that in the future.
26 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningEurope's AI Act: Here's how tech companies reacted
The European Union (EU) is close to passing the world's first set of comprehensive rules for artificial intelligence (AI). Earlier this month, the bloc's lawmakers passed the draft version of the AI Act.
25 Jun 2023
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp update introduces large stickers, redesigned action sheets
WhatsApp keeps introducing several in-app enhancements every now and then.
22 Jun 2023
Mark ZuckerbergMark Zuckerberg v/s Elon Musk: Tech titans ready to rumble
Two tech titans, locked up in an octagon, fighting for the pride of their companies—a fight promo can't get better than that.
20 Jun 2023
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp update introduces ability to silence unknown callers
WhatsApp continues to expand its list of features for users seeking more options to keep their accounts secured.
17 Jun 2023
WhatsAppNew WhatsApp features: Meta Quest compatibility, community shortcuts
WhatsApp is working on adding Meta Quest as a linked device for Android clients.
17 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet Voicebox, Meta's new AI model for speech generation
Meta has unveiled Voicebox, a cutting-edge AI model that can perform speech generation tasks such as editing, sampling, and stylizing.
16 Jun 2023
InstagramMeta is rolling out Instagram Channels globally: How it works
In the last few months, Meta's latest product announcements were made by Mark Zuckerberg through his channel on Instagram, a feature Meta announced in February.
14 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeta introduces 'human-like' AI model for creating images
Meta has introduced a "human-like" AI image creation model that can analyze and finish incomplete images more accurately compared to its rivals.
13 Jun 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp introduces screen-sharing feature for video calls for Windows users
WhatsApp is rolling out a screen-sharing feature for its Windows clients. While the ability is currently limited to select beta testers, it is likely to roll out to a broader audience over the coming days.
13 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeta's 'MusicGen' is ChatGPT for music: How it works
Artificial intelligence (AI) has impacted various artistic endeavors, including music. Meta has now announced a music equivalent of ChatGPT.
09 Jun 2023
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeta showcases new AI chatbots for WhatsApp and Messenger
At its company meeting on Thursday, Meta revealed new AI tools that are in the works for its various social media platforms.
09 Jun 2023
InstagramInstagram's upcoming Twitter rival: Here's what it looks like
A social media showdown between Meta and Twitter is on the horizon. Last month, we found out that Meta's Instagram-based Twitter app could arrive as early as the end of June.
08 Jun 2023
FacebookMeta Verified launched in India: Check subscription price and benefits
Meta Verified, the paid verification program from Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram's parent company, has reached India.
07 Jun 2023
InstagramInstagram is working on AI chatbot: How it will work
The AI chatbot mania has taken over the world. Companies are battling it out to decide who has the best chatbot.
03 Jun 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp working on re-designed settings and keyboard for Android, iOS
WhatsApp is working on a redesigned settings page for its iOS client to enhance the in-app experience when navigating through the app settings.
02 Jun 2023
Virtual realityHow does Meta Quest 3 differ from Quest 2
Meta has introduced the Quest 3, as its latest virtual and mixed-reality headset. It will start shipping by year-end at a price of $499.99 (nearly Rs. 41,150) for its 128GB model.
31 May 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp fixes bug related to media messages on iOS beta
If you are a beta user of WhatsApp and have been experiencing issues with sending media messages, then you are not alone.
27 May 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp starts testing screen-sharing feature for video calls
WhatsApp is pushing a new update to its Android app, adding a screen-sharing feature and a new placement for tabs within the navigation bar at the bottom.
