Instagram introduced a new featured called “Co-Watching” which enables users to view photos and videos on the app while video chatting with their friends. This is the company’s effort to connect people but at the same time keeping them safe given the COVID-19 situation worldwide.
Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, told journalists the new “co-watching” feature allows people to connect around online content while video chatting. “We can play a role in helping to sort of combat that loneliness,” he said.
Introducing Co-Watching, a new way to see Instagram posts together with your friends over video chat.👀 pic.twitter.com/ObLnqxbUTS
— Instagram (@instagram) March 24, 2020
Here how it works:
Start by tapping the video chat icon in your Direct inbox or an existing Direct thread –>
View your saved, liked and suggested photos and videos by tapping the photo icon in the bottom left corner –>
Get ready for all the feels ☺😂😮😍
— Instagram (@instagram) March 24, 2020
(Photo source: Twitter – @instagram)
