Instagram has entered direct competition with Snapchat through the launch of a recent standalone application called Instants, designed to mirror the ephemeral, real-time sharing experience that popularized Snapchat’s core functionality. The app focuses on speed and spontaneity, allowing users to capture and share moments that disappear after being viewed, much like the original Stories feature … Read more
Instagram has launched a new standalone app called Instants, designed for sharing photos and videos that disappear after 24 hours, closely mirroring the core functionality of Snapchat. The app, which became available on Android and iOS in select regions in April 2026, allows users to log in with their existing Instagram credentials and jump straight … Read more
Instagram has launched a new standalone app called Instants in Italy and Spain, positioning it as a low-pressure alternative for sharing ephemeral photos and videos with close friends. The app, which went live this week, allows users to send disappearing content that can be viewed only once and remains accessible for up to 24 hours … Read more