Meta has recently launched its newest social media app called “Threads“. This app, according to Meta, is intended to provide users with a more immersive and participatory experience than traditional social networking platforms. It is also worth noting that Threads is Meta’s direct take on Twitter. Likewise, the platform had more than 30 million downloads in just 12 hours of its launch.
However, people from European countries might have to wait a bit more to get this app installed on their phones as it does not comply with the data-sharing policies of the EU. In addition, the app is available for download in Apple and Google Android app stores in over 100 countries around the world. Here, in this article, we will further talk about the Top 5 Features of Meta Threads you need to know.
The amalgamation of Instagram and Twitter:
Threads gives users a subtle amalgamation of Instagram and Twitter. People who use Instagram and Twitter on a daily basis will find this app easy to use. With features and a user interface similar to Instagram and Twitter, users are likely to feel at home while using this app.
Further, the app is designed to be a more Intimate and personal platform compared to other social media apps present in the market.
Based on the Instagram platform:
The app leverages the existing Instagram network, allowing users to seamlessly transfer their Instagram username to the new platform with just a few taps. Moreover, it offers the convenience of automatically following the same individuals and accounts that users are already connected with on Instagram.
In addition, to use this platform users need to have an Instagram account beforehand. The only downfall being if users get bored of the app and decide to get rid of their account they cannot do so without deleting their Instagram account too. Perhaps, this is a way of Meta of trying to keep users on their platform at any cost.
Named as the Twitter killer:
Meta’s new app introduces a feature called Threads, which allows users to create public posts resembling Twitter’s format. Some experts believe that Threads could pose a significant challenge to Twitter, possibly even replacing the long-standing social media giant.
Notably, this launch comes after Elon Musk’s recent announcement of temporary limitations on the number of tweets users can read on Twitter. Verified Twitter users who pay a monthly fee of $8 can access up to 6,000 daily tweets, while unverified users have limits of 600 and new unverified accounts can view up to 300 tweets per day.
Also worth noting is the ads, Twitter is now hugely dependent on ads for its revenue but Threads will not have any ads until they hit 1 billion users. These changes are part of a series of significant alterations implemented on Twitter since Elon Musk’s involvement.
Fediverse: enabling cross-platform interactions:
Threads will support the innovative Fediverse feature. Users of Threads would then be able to communicate with those using alternative microblogging services like Mastodon.
Fediverse is described as “a social network of various servers run by third parties that are connected and can communicate with each other” on the Instagram website.
Privacy Control:
Threads offer users extensive control over their privacy settings. With this app, you have the ability to select the audience for your posts, determining who can view them. Additionally, you can opt to keep your Threads activity separate and hidden from your main Instagram profile, granting you even more control over what you share and with whom.
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Have you installed Threads on your phone yet? Do let us know what your opinion is on this new app by Meta.
