If you want to add a filter on one of your images on Instagram Stories or Messenger (image left) take a photo, touch the smiley face icon on the upper right, choose from a list of categories, and swipe left or right to put a filter on. If you’re on Snapchat (right), take your picture, then swipe left or right to see the various filters.
Now, you’re ready to post.
Facebook original shows vs. Snapchat original shows
The Wall Street Journal reported Facebook is courting media companies to create original video series, an initiative led by College Humor co-founder Ricky Van Veen. Snap has also sought bespoke programming. There are some slight differences — for example, Facebook reportedly wants shows up to 30 minutes, while Snapchat’s series currently clock in at a few minutes an episode — but the quest for exclusive programming seems to be something they both share.
Honorable mention: Masquerade vs. Snapchat Lenses
Facebook bought Masquerade in March 2016, a photo and video filter app that allows people to swap faces with friends, put masks and other garb on their digital images or manipulate their image. It’s exactly what Snapchat Lenses currently does. So far, Facebook hasn’t rolled out a clear copycat of Lens technology on any of its platforms. However, since it owns the Masquerade technology, it’s only a matter of time.
