Instagram launches vertical thumbnail grid
Instagram updates to vertical thumbnails, and more from TikTok, and LinkedIn
Written by: Sophie Mason
💻 Instagram updates profile grids with vertical thumbnails. This presentation style aligns more closely with Reels and, according to Instagram Chief Adam Mosseri, the change better reflects how most users interact with the app.
📱 TikTok is back online in the US after a 20-hour outage due to the government’s sell-off bill. The app is now accessible to most American users who previously had the app installed, however it is not available to be downloaded from the app store.
📹 Instagram launches 3-minute Reels, giving users more creative freedom. The update comes after feedback from creators who felt that the 90-second limit was too restrictive.
📋 LinkedIn introduces AI tools to help job seekers and recruiters. The new 'Job Match' tool analyses profiles and suggests ways to enhance the chances of landing a specific role by highlighting skills that align with the job listing.
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