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Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has introduced a refreshed design for the iconic Facebook logo, marking the first phase of a broader identity system update. The new logo sports a deeper shade of blue and subtle tweaks to the lowercase "f."

Although the web experience currently lacks certain functionalities available in the mobile app, such as profile editing and direct messaging posts to Instagram, the Threads team has confirmed that they plan to enhance the web version's capabilities over time.

AudioCraft is an open-source AI-powered platform that lets users create music and sounds solely based on text prompts. It offers a spectrum of possibilities, from generating simple noise to crafting complex melodies, all driven by the capabilities of generative AI.

Wear OS users can now send and receive text and voice messages, emojis, and quick replies right from their wrists.The integration of WhatsApp on Wear OS smartwatches offers a more seamless and efficient way to stay connected on the go.

Instagram head Adam Mosseri emphasized the opportunity to build something open and beneficial for the existing Instagram community. With familiar features like liking and commenting, Threads allows users to engage with their network seamlessly.

The Meta Quest+ VR subscription service is available to all Quest 2 and Quest Pro headset owners and is forward-compatible with the upcoming Quest 3. Subscribers can enjoy two hand-picked VR titles every month.

The launch of broadcast channels on Instagram opens up new opportunities for creators to interact with their followers, fostering a more dynamic and engaging platform for content dissemination and interaction.