Flickr research finds filtered photos increase viewership and engagement
A new study by Yahoo Labs shows that photographs that have been filtered seem to do better with people in both viewership and engagement.
Delta enlists Keyboard Cat, Double Rainbow Dude, Dramatic Chipmunk for new safety video
For its latest in-flight safety video, Delta Air Lines has called on some of the best Internet memes to make a cameo.
Facebook Messenger video calling is now available in nearly every country
After first launching in 18 countries last month, Facebook Messenger video calling is now available to users worldwide.
70 percent of drivers use their smartphones while on the road
According to a new AT&T study, a shocking 70 percent of drivers use their smartphones while operating vehicles
Obama and Clinton joke on Twitter about Hillary
President Obama has his own Twitter handle now, and he's already getting in on the fun of the platform by talking with former president Bill Clinton.
Facebook’s Messenger is looking to get its game on
You might be able to start playing games on Facebook Messenger. Facebook has confirmed that it’s speaking with developers about creating games for Messenger.
Instagram’s new Layout app lets you create multi-photo collages with ease
After last year's Hyperlapse, Instagram introduced its second standalone app, called Layout, for making collages.
Tweets fly back into Google search results after four years of exile
Google announced a partnership with Twitter that'll see real-time tweets added to search results.
Airbnb raffles off a stay in an adorable floating houseboat on the River Thames
Airbnb, the California based company that helps connect travelers with local houses to rent while on vacation, is floating a house down the River Thames
Instagram developing smarter search for finding relevant photos
Instagram is looking at incorporating an intelligent search that lets users find relevant pictures.
Got too many pics to handle? This app turns your messy gallery into shareable stories
Realtimes is a new app that finds the best photos and videos you’ve taken on your smartphone and turns them into shareable stories.
President Obama now has his own personal Twitter account
President Barack Obama is finally on Twitter as @POTUS. “Hello, Twitter! It’s Barack. Really! Six years in, they’re finally giving me my own account,” read Obama’s first tweet.
Columba Bush using Twitter, Instagram to appeal to young Hispanics
Columba Bush, Jeb's wife, has just started Twitter and Instagram accounts to introduce herself to the public, as a way to appeal to Hispanic millennials.
Verona dating app wants to connect Israelis and Palestinians
Verona is a dating app that is designed to connect Israelis and Palestinians, whether they’re looking for love or friendship.
Zooming in has never been easier, thanks to Snapchat’s new single-swipe zoom feature
Snapchat's new feature lets users zoom in while they're shooting video on their phones.
What do Diddy and Nicki Minaj have in common? They use an app called Pleek
A new messaging app called Pleek is hoping to make your conversations livelier through creative elements like photos, videos, stickers, and photo collages.
Two sisters find their long-lost brother via viral Facebook post
Facebook has made finding your lost friends, relatives, and classmates a lot easier. You might be aided greatly if their name is uncommon.
Facebook rolls out Instant Articles, a bid to make its app a one-stop shop for news
Facebook has introduced Instant Articles, a feature that provides faster access to news stories from popular media organizations.
Soon you’ll be able to order a pizza by tweeting emoji at Domino’s
Domino's latest feat of techno-wizardry allows customers to order a pizza using nothing but Twitter and a few choice emoji.
Companies can’t punish employees for critical views on social media
There have been many cautionary tales regarding workers and social media. Workers have been fired for a variety of reasons.
Oh, NSA, please say you’re not spying on Periscope and Meerkat
Even when presented with a Freedom of Information Act request, the NSA didn't say whether it's spying on Periscope and Meerkat.
Google and Nestlé are teaming up again for a YouTube-KitKat cross-branding campaign
KitKat break, anyone? Nestlé and Google are teaming up to commemorate the joining anniversary of YouTube and KitKat with a special promotion.
Former MySpace CEO explains why MySpace lost out to Facebook so badly
Mike Jones, the former head of MySpace, says he knows the reason why Facebook crushed MySpace in social networking popularity.
Now you can host a virtual yard sale on Facebook with its new buy and sell feature
Have you tried to sell unwanted items on eBay, but didn’t have any luck selling them? Facebook is making it easier to buy and sell items in Facebook Groups.
With activities for all to see, courts could use social media exploits as evidence
Most people on social media share aspects of their lives with their family and friends. However, social media could be used against you, lawyers say.
Snapchat to showcase Sofia Vergara and all her assets this summer
A new series called Vergaraland, all about popular actress Sofia Vergara, will launch on Snapchat
Apple CEO Tim Cook joins Weibo and immediately gains 360,000 followers
Apple CEO Tim Cook has made a post on Chinese social networking platform Weibo, allowing Chinese consumers to interact directly with the tech giant.