Instagram has rolled out new features aimed at enhancing user interaction through direct messages (DMs). Key updates include:
Live Location Sharing: Users can share their real-time location for up to one hour in private DMs, enhancing safety and coordination. The feature is automatically disabled after one hour and cannot be forwarded.
New Sticker Packs: The update introduces 17 new sticker packs, adding over 300 fresh stickers for user engagement. Users can favorite stickers for easy reuse.
Custom Nicknames: Users can personalize their DMs by adding nicknames for themselves and their friends, with control over who can change these nicknames.
These updates reflect Instagram's commitment to improving user experience and engagement in chats.