Social Networking

Instagram, through its CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, recently reported that it had released a new map feature that would allow Instagram users to access and search a dynamic map on the platform. The new map feature allows Instagram users to filter, search, and view locations, stores,…

Not so long ago, when you needed to switch from an Android device to an iPhone, you had to start afresh because it was not possible to transfer data, including app data between the two devices. This means that all the WhatsApp data on your Android phone could not be transferr…

Following an update, a new feature that allows Instagram users to react to Instagram Stories has been released. With this feature, you can like someone’s Insta Story directly without sending the reaction as a direct message to their inbox. Before the new reaction feature, Ins…

If you are a person that loves art or style, you may want to change the appearance of your device from its default settings and theme. Android is customizable allowing users to adjust appearance and functionality via different settings and by using third-party apps. Many peop…

Instagram allows you to like images and videos that appear on your Feed. You can double tap a post to like it, or tap the like icon located at the bottom of the said post. Once you like an image/video, the like icon turns red as an indication that you have liked it. Interesti…

WhatsApp allows its users to share a variety of media files including images and videos. WhatsApp users can send images from their gallery or even capture images from the WhatsApp camera feature before sending them. Before sending images to others on WhatsApp, you can use the…

Many social media platforms, including Facebook, are trying to include teens and pre-teens in their platforms. Kids too need to socialize with their friends and family across the globe. However, online safety is a great concern when allowing kids to interact with social media…

Avatars have been commonly used on social media platforms like Telegram, and Snapchat, and not so long ago, Facebook included them in the app. Avatars are customizable characters that can be created to someone’s liking by editing various aspects including color, hair, eyes, n…

WhatsApp allows you to send captioned images to other people. The caption function is very useful in the event you need to explain important details about the image(s) you are sending. The recipient of the image will be able to see the caption below the image. However, when y…

If you have been using Instagram for some time now, then you must have heard of Instagram Highlights. If not, this piece will enlighten you. What most people are used to on Instagram are Insta Stories that once posted, disappear after 24 hours. What if you wish to showcase so…

Cyber Security and privacy issues have been a major concern for most social media platforms including WhatsApp. Many account hacking and monitoring cases on WhatsApp have been reported over time. Malicious people may use spy apps or other sophisticated techniques to gain acce…

There is good and exciting news for Telegram users! Telegram has released the long-awaited premium version of the app. This means that Telegram users can subscribe to and enjoy the new upgraded features that come with the new Telegram premium. According to a previous message …