Instagram testing out a monochromatic look for app

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Whether this new look will make it out of testing or not, Instagram is looking to stay fresh and of the moment. The app is going through a “design test” for a small number of people that does away with the iconic blues and opts for a more monochromatic look with blacks and whites. It might seem a bit drab but this’ll put the focus on the photos themselves. This look might not make its way to your phone but if it did, do you like it?

Source: The Verge

Instagram’s plans to change feed has users panicking, requests for followers to turn on notifications

As Instagram plans to change the way you see images on your feed, the users themselves are reacting rather negatively and are inundating the social network with posts begging their users to turn on their notifications. Earlier this month, Instagram announced plans to take an algorithm-based approach to its feed, which was met with resistance from its users. A lot of users fear their posts won't be seen if an algorithm dictates what posts get floated at the front of your feed. This sudden panic though has had Instagram having to tell its users they don’t plan to change the feed right now. But a select few are privy to the new changes as it’s currently in testing. How do you feel about the upcoming changes on Instagram?

Source: Engadget

Instagram now shows notifications on its website

In case you haven't noticed, Instagram is bringing a new handy feature to its website. You can now see your notifications on the site. There's a new drop-down box that'll show you your likes, people who've followed you, and friends who've recently started Instagram accounts. The update has been rolled out to everyone already. But yes, photo editing and sharing is still limited to the mobile apps. 

Source: Venture Beat

Instagram to ditch chronological order of its feed

Whether you like it or not, Instagram is about to change the way you interact with your feed. The app is set to emulate Facebook's algorithm of showing you photos that it thinks would matter more to you than going the chronological route. According to Instagram, you miss about 70 percent of your feed at the moment. And they want to be able to bring you the beautiful shots from the people you like and those they think will be of interest for you. Yes, think Facebook's Newsfeed. The new feature will reportedly arrive in the next few months. There's still enough time to voice your opinions on the change.

Source: Android Authority