Anddd we knew we'd be here with a real update BeReal has quickly caught the attention of other social media platforms and has taken the world by storm. From new features to trends and even celebrities taking notice, BeReal has definitely made its mark.
As you may have seen in our last BeReal blog post, we predicted the effect BeReal may have on other social media platforms, and they sure were quick with this one. TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat have all introduced new concepts or features for their users that are all too familiar.
Making its way to the main panel, TikTok Now is a recently-added feature to the platform that calls for users to post in the next 3 minutes of the notification. And you already know where we're going with this Yep, you have to post your ˜Now' to see what your friends have posted (sound familiar?)
Instagram users have been pushing for ˜Casual Instagram' to make a comeback, but we're not so sure IG understood the assignment. Instagram introduced ˜IG Candid Challenges,' calling for users to capture and share a photo of what they're doing at that moment, everyday at a different time, within 2 minutes of receiving the notification We know, we know. Sounds like another platform we know! Shocker!
This one might have actually done something No push notifications, no time limit, just a new dual camera function added to a photo-heavy platform! Users can choose the ˜dual camera' option when taking a photo on Snapchat and their phone will capture what's happening through both the front and back camera lens!
Besides new features on our favorite social media platforms, BeReal has caught the attention of the public in other ways, too!
This has been one of our favorites: Twitter users have been replicating the concept of BeReal by creating memes. Instead of explaining them to you, we think these will speak louder than words.
And finally, Real celebrities have even taken notice! Check out these amazing BeReals that some of our favorite celebrities have taken on their fans' phones!
As of now, brands haven't made their way onto BeReal. And honestly, we don't know if they ever will! BeReal has been deemed a place for users to interact with their friends on a more personal level, and we're not so sure brands have a place in this.
However, that's not to say it won't happen one day. Brands usually find their way into a new trend one way or another. One thing's for sure: brands can still create memes and reference BeReal on their other socials. And for now, that works!
As for us, we love a good BeReal moment. Even some of our team is on the platform! Check out Lauren Kelley, our Co-founder, talking about the rise of BeReal on FOX 2 Detroit.
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