After more than a decade of requests, Instagram is finally giving iPad users their own app—with a few new twists to the familiar feed
Instagram is finally unveiling an app dedicated to iPad users. Starting Wednesday, September 3rd, the app built specifically for iPad users will be available for download on the device. There will be some slight differences as opposed to the mobile app.
The most notable difference between the mobile and iPad app is that the iPad app opens on the Reels page. With the larger screen, comments on Reels will be visible beside the video, and DMs will have the inbox alongside chats. Stories will still show in a horizontal line atop the home page, and users will still be able to follow other users and view feeds.
According to Meta, the new look is also “coming soon” to Android tablets.
After 15 years of consumer requests, Instagram has finally launched this iPad-friendly option, possibly inspired by the rise of the so-called “iPad kid” generation.
Instagram has also been adding features to Reels, such as longer clip lengths and the ability to fast forward or repost them.
Elizabeth Ahern
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