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Instagram Launches New Ephemeral Photo Feature
Instagram has introduced a new photo-sharing format called 'Instants,' which are ephemeral photos that users can only share with close friends or followers. This feature mimics competitors like Snapchat and BeReal, adding another layer of temporary content to the platform.
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Instagram is once again cribbing from competitors like Snapchat and BeReal with a new photo-sharing format it calls "Instants," which are ephemeral photos that you can't edit and that you can only share with your close friends or followers that follow you back. Instants are available globally beginn
2026-05-13 17:57 UTC