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Instagram spin-off Threads might get native direct messaging in a future update. It is reported that Meta is working on the functionality, which is probably in the early stages of development.

Instagram is reportedly working on the ability to post backdated content in the app. An alleged screenshot suggests that the feature is in development but there is no word on its release date.

Instagram is reportedly working on a LinkedIn-style feature where you will be able to add a reason while sending a follow request to other users. The feature might arrive in a future update.

Instagram captions might improve in a future update with the ability to auto-translate captions in various languages. It's reportedly working on a new toggle button to enable the feature.

A future update to Instagram might bring support for animated emojis in DMs. The Meta-owned social media giant is reportedly working on the feature, which is already available on Telegram since 2019.

After announcing the Meta AI chatbot, Meta is now reportedly working on a new generative AI writing assistant for Facebook. The AI assistant will take prompts from users to write Facebook posts.

A new screenshot suggests that the ability to delete a Threads profile is currently under development. As of now, a user can only delete their Threads profile by deleting their Instagram account.

A new screenshot posted on X suggests Instagram is working on a Public Collections feature for the app. The unreleased feature will allow users to make their Collections visible to everyone.

The cross-app messaging between Instagram and Facebook could become a thing of the past. A leaked screenshot suggests Meta is considering pulling the plug on the feature later this year,

Instagram is working on the ability to disable seen status for direct messages in the app. The seen status indicator allows users to know whether their messages have been read by the recipient.

Instagram users might get a new content feed in the social media app that will only display posts from Meta Verified users. The devs are apparently also working on a new "live notes" feature as well.

The web interface of Instagram Threads is accessible ahead of its official launch on July 6. The platform already has accounts of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg along with many popular creators and brands.

A new leak suggests Instagram is actively working on a new AI chatbot for its social media app. The bot is designed to answer questions, offer advice to users, and offer help writing messages.