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Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are all down right now: Here's what we know

If you're getting an error when logging into or using Meta's apps, you're not alone, as thousands of users have reported service outages in the US.

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7 Bluesky settings tweaks that make the popular X alternative even better
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Instagram just beat TikTok to new feature creators will love
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Bluesky is teeming with researchers - here's why
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7 things to know about Bluesky before you join - and why you should
Meta apps

Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp are all down right now: Here's what we know

If you're getting an error when logging into or using Meta's apps, you're not alone, as thousands of users have reported service outages in the US.
1 day ago by Cesar Cadenas in Social Media
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7 Bluesky settings tweaks that make the popular X alternative even better

If you've migrated from X to Bluesky like the millions of others, here are a few ways to make the experience as wonderful (and drama-free) as possible.
1 day ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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Instagram just beat TikTok to new feature creators will love

Here's why 'trial reels' could be a game changer for creators.
1 day ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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Bluesky is teeming with researchers - here's why

Data shows academics are thriving on the newly popular platform. Here's how to make the most of it.
2 days ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Social Media
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7 things to know about Bluesky before you join - and why you should

It's not a direct replacement for Twitter (X), but Bluesky has a lot to offer those who want a fresh start in a decentralized, privacy-minded network.
2 days ago by Jason Perlow in Social Media
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Want analytics for your Threads posts? Meta is testing the feature now

In its ongoing rivalry with Bluesky to attract X defectors, Meta is testing a feature that brands and creators have been clamoring for.
6 days ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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How to create your own Bluesky domain - and why you should (or shouldn't)

Using a domain on Bluesky helps identify you to your followers. Here's how to do it, step-by-step.
1 week ago by David Gewirtz in Social Media
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How to find and create Bluesky feeds - and why they're so helpful

Bluesky's Feeds feature makes it easier to follow only the people and topics you want. Here's how to get started.
1 week ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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If you convert to a domain name on Bluesky, you MUST do this right away

Bluesky blues: This ZDNET senior contributing editor discovered a major flaw in Bluesky's domain registration. Here's how to protect yourself.
1 week ago by David Gewirtz in Social Media
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I deleted thousands of tweets from X with this new tool - for free

Now you can easily migrate from X with this powerful tool that deletes tweets, likes, and DMs, while backing up your data for a fresh start elsewhere.
1 week ago by Jason Perlow in Social Media
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Why I don't regret leaving X for Bluesky

Are the skies really bluer away from X? I took a seat at the internet's new cool table to see what was what.
2 weeks ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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Tech winners and losers of 2024: The year in true innovation and total product flops

AI flourished, Arm chips dominated, and open source thrived. Meanwhile, Elon Musk gets credit for two of the biggest losers, and Apple makes it onto both the naughty and nice lists.
2 weeks ago by Jason Perlow in Business
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How to use Bluesky starter packs to find greener social media pastures

Starting over on a new social media site can be a hassle. For that, Bluesky has starter packs. Here's how to use them.
2 weeks ago by Jack Wallen in Social Media
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Instagram just added a location sharing feature. Here's how to use it

Finding your friends in a crowd is about to get a lot easier thanks to this new feature.
2 weeks ago by Artie Beaty in Social Media
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Threads will show you more from accounts you follow now - like Bluesky already does

Threads users have a lot to celebrate this week.
3 weeks ago by Matene Toure in Social Media
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