Meta adds a new ‘Calls’ tab to MessengerThe company said that daily calls on the messaging app have increased by 40 percent since 2020. By A. Khalid, 06.01.2022
Instagram will let you multitask while you DMMusic sharing, polls and silent notifications are also coming to the app's inbox.By K. Bell, 03.31.2022
Messenger takes a cue from Slack with an @everyone shortcutNew commands let you tag the whole group or make your message silent.By J. Conditt, 03.29.2022
You can now split the bill with friends on Facebook MessengerThe new feature is especially useful for group activities and dining out. By A. Khalid, 02.09.2022
Meta's upgraded 3D avatars work across Facebook, Instagram and VROne step closer to a metaverse.By J. Fingas, 01.31.2022
The UK Government is reportedly preparing a PR blitz against end-to-end encryptionA key goal is to turn the public's opinion against Facebook Messenger encryption.By S. Dent, 01.17.2022
Facebook's new Privacy Center explains how the company handles data collectionThe other topics that users can read up on are data use, ads, sharing and security.By K. Holt, 01.07.2022
Facebook is testing a bill splitting feature in MessengerLike most digital payment features, this test is currently limited to the US.By C. Low, 12.03.2021
Meta details its latest efforts to combat climate change as COP26 startsThe company formerly known as Facebook is trying to help individuals and businesses reduce their carbon footprint.By K. Holt, 11.01.2021
Facebook Messenger on Oculus will soon handle audio callsThe feature is coming later this year.By I. Bonifacic, 10.28.2021
Facebook explains how its October 4th outage startedWhat should have been routine maintenance turned into something else. By I. Bonifacic, 10.05.2021
Facebook is coming back online after hours-long outageFacebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger are working again more than six hours later.By K. Bell, 10.04.2021
Instagram users can now join group chats in MessengerInstagram DMs also gain polls, chat themes and more. By S. Dent, 09.30.2021
NASA's chief scientist will retire in 2022He oversaw Curiosity, New Horizons and other major projects.By J. Fingas, 09.19.2021
Facebook Messenger marks 10th anniversary with birthday-themed featuresBut no updates on end-to-end encryption by default or integration with WhatsApp. By K. Bell, 08.25.2021
Facebook test brings voice and video calls back to its main appTesters will be able to call friends without having to access Messenger.By M. Moon, 08.24.2021
Facebook Messenger rolls out end-to-end encrypted voice and video callsA limited test of E2EE in Instagram DMs will start in the coming weeks.By K. Holt, 08.13.2021
Messenger chats are about to get more annoying thanks to SoundmojisFacebook reckons emoji with sound is something people want. 🙄By K. Holt, 07.15.2021
LG TVs will soon gain dedicated support for Facebook's Portal TVSetup will be easier and you'll be able to control calls with LG's Magic Remote. By S. Dent, 06.28.2021
Facebook's Movie Mate chatbot is a second-screen experience for the 'Fast' moviesIt will share facts about the films as you watch them. By I. Bonifacic, 06.09.2021