Following the initial launch back in April, Instagram is now giving more users access to the ‘Templates’ option which can be found within the Reels camera. The new feature allows users to create Reels similar to trending content formats.
This new option could be helpful for users seeking inspiration when creating content, but potentially runs the risk of Reels becoming too similar in aesthetic and losing originality.
TikTok’s New Venture Could Merge Community and Music Streaming
TikTok has patented TikTok music which leads to the possibility of a music platform, a distributor or shop. This could make TikTok a competitor to Apple music and Spotify as a new contender in the streaming business.