Here's something that's taken longer to happen than might be expected. Facebook is testing a feature that unifies notifications across Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. Sorry WhatsApp, you don't make the cut this time. Family First This means if you get a Like on Instagram, you'll be notified on Facebook or Messenger. Conversely, if there's a […]
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It was only a matter of time, really. Yes, you can now order food on Facebook. So there's no longer any reason to leave the house now, is there? Feed my Facebook Select Facebookers are seeing a cute Hamburger icon on desktop and mobile. It's called "Order Food". Clicking the icon lets you place food
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Facebook is cracking down on Pages publishing Live videos that aren’t, exactly, what you’d call engaging. Moving pictures Facebook has updated its Live API Platform Policy to prohibit the use of static or looping images, and live-stream polls, in Live broadcasts. The update is a response to user feedback, and the proclivity of publishers using countdowns
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Is there any aspect of our digital lives Facebook isn’t keen on conquering? While LinkedIn mightn’t be the sexiest of platforms, it’s always been a reliable hub for professional networking (and seeing who’s been checking out your profile). However a new study shows Facebook is treading on LinkedIn’s turf. New Sheriff in town The State
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Facebook has released a new tool making it easier for businesses to see how Facebook ads are leading to conversions. Are you a convert? The Offline Conversion tool for lead ads presents a range of information showing how ads are influencing the offline behaviour of your customers. For example, retailers can now see direct connections between ads
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If 2016 was when video took over social, 2017 is shaping up as the year everyone scrambles to make their own TV shows. According to reports, Facebook is next cab off the rank. Channel surfers Facebook is set to launch dozens of TV-style shows this month, with plenty more in the pipeline. As it cranks
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Facebook is improving the vetting process for members looking to join Facebook Groups, through the launch of admin tools allowing up to three questions for prospective members. Screening gets streamlined The old process of getting to know a hopeful member was largely relegated to a timely process of friending and messaging, where communication could easily
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Facebook is cracking down big time on low-quality and misleading web pages. Here’s what you need to know. False Advertising Since 2016 Facebook’s policy has prevented businesses with low-quality web page experiences advertising on the platform. Now Facebook is extending its enforcement into organic posts in the News Feed. Keep it clean To keep on
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While Instagram might get all the press, Facebook is throwing just a much gold at its other star app – Messenger. The latest update is a fun one: Instant Games. Power Up Instant Games is now available on Messenger and the News Feed on mobile and desktop. On Messenger there’s a new game controller icon
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Facebook is testing a new way to keep us chatting, and engagement levels healthy. It’s called “Latest Conversations”. Conversation starter “Latest Conversations” appears in the search bar, and displays public posts around topics users are discussing at the moment. These are updated in real-time. You can see how hot a topic is, thanks to a
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