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Instagram Boosts Reels Features Amid TikTok Ban Talks

1/18/2025

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Instagram has unveiled exciting new Reels features in the U.S., just as TikTok faces a potential ban. Now, users can discover which Reels their friends enjoyed and spark conversations with a new reply bar. While Instagram seeks to deepen connections through shared interests, some users may feel uneasy about the spotlight on their likes.

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Instagram has unveiled exciting new Reels features in the U.S., just as TikTok faces a potential ban. Now, users can discover which Reels their friends enjoyed and spark conversations with a new reply bar. While Instagram seeks to deepen connections through shared interests, some users may feel uneasy about the spotlight on their likes.