Meta is 'accelerating' plans to bring more ads to Reels on Facebook and InstagramThe company will pay Reels creators based on views. By K. Bell, 05.09.2023
Facebook's new Reels controls help fine-tune what videos you seeYou can now tell Facebook what kind of videos to show more or less of. By M. Moon, 05.02.2023
Instagram redesigns the Reels editor to make it easier to useFinding trending audio and hashtags to tap into should be a cinch as well.By K. Holt, 04.14.2023
Meta is 'pausing' bonus payouts for Reels creatorsAt launch, the program promised creators up to $35,000 a month. By K. Bell, 03.09.2023
Facebook stretches out Reels to a maximum 90-second lengthAnother new feature can sync the motion of your video to the beat of a song.By K. Holt, 03.03.2023
Instagram lets you create your own 2022 Recap ReelSelect at least three photos or videos and the app will automatically combine them into a Reel.By K. Holt, 12.19.2022
Facebook Groups now include Reels and more anti-misinformation toolsGroup heads can also allow language Facebook would normally flag.By J. Fingas, 10.20.2022
Instagram will shove ads into more parts of the appAds are coming to the Explore grid and user profile feeds.By K. Holt, 10.04.2022
Instagram is fixing an audio bug that happened when users exported their ReelsSome thought Instagram was messing with Reels so people wouldn't put them on TikTok.By A. Khalid, 08.19.2022
Anyone can now cross-post Reels from Instagram to FacebookMeta is trying to make it easier for people to create and share Reels on Facebook.By K. Holt, 08.16.2022
Facebook Live Shopping is coming to an end in favor of ReelsMeta is asking merchants to tout their products on Reels. By A. Khalid, 08.03.2022
Instagram test turns all video posts into ReelsIf a user's account is public, other people will be able to use their Reels for remixes.By M. Moon, 07.01.2022
Facebook is planning a major redesign to help it compete with TikTokChanges include more recommendations in Facebook’s feed and bringing Messenger back into the app.By K. Bell, 06.15.2022
Instagram's grid pinning feature is now rolling out to all usersYou can use it to showcase up to three images or Reels above your photo grid. By I. Bonifacic, 06.07.2022
Meta adds new editing tools to Reels on Instagram and FacebookTaking on TikTok is one of Meta’s top priorities. By K. Bell, 06.02.2022
Instagram brings its fundraiser tool to ReelsThe feature is being rolled out in more than 30 countries as part of Meta's Earth Day efforts.By K. Holt, 04.19.2022
Facebook wants you to post Reels from third-party appsThe feature could help bring more original content into Reels.By K. Bell, 04.05.2022
Facebook is pushing Reels into nearly every part of its appThe company has made competing with TikTok a top priority. By K. Bell, 02.22.2022
Instagram now lets you create TikTok-like remixes using any videoYou can also pitch upcoming livestreams on your profile.By J. Fingas, 01.20.2022
Instagram will 'double down' on video in 2022 and focus on ReelsAdam Mosseri, who runs the platform, said the team will place an onus on creators, transparency and messaging next year.By K. Holt, 12.28.2021