The Twitter-esque Threads app from Meta is taking a bold step by introducing keyword search, and they're giving our mates in Australia and New Zealand the first shot at it this week.
Picture this: you're sipping your cup of coffee (or tea if that's your jam) and decide to try this newfangled keyword search on Threads. Prepare to be amazed because this feature does precisely what you would anticipate - it displays all the posts that include your selected keywords. It may not be groundbreaking per se, but it's definitely a step in the right direction. Threads used to only match usernames, which is quite outdated. But now, it's bringing a whole new level of search capability to the table!
Now, don't get me wrong, this is a crucial update. It's like giving a car wheels – it was about time! Threads launched a bit prematurely to meet the demand for a Twitter alternative, especially with Elon Musk stirring the pot. But it's missing a few key ingredients, like API access for scheduling posts and whatnot. Plus, it's still unavailable in the EU, which might take a while.
Threads may not be perfect just yet, but it's definitely a promising tool on the market. The team behind Threads boldly launched it early to gather user feedback and improve it over time. Although some might question this move, their willingness to iterate and evolve shows a commitment to creating a truly useful product. It's all about taking chances and pushing boundaries in order to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
Lately, Threads has seen some ups and downs. Third-party analytics folks report that usage has been sliding, and downloads have slowed after that initial burst of 100 million users. Going early with a less-than-ideal app experience might have backfired. Oops!
However, there is reason to remain optimistic. Threads resonated deeply with its first 100 million users, demonstrating a strong desire for an alternative to Twitter. Meta has the skills and expertise to bring this vision to life, but it must ensure that users keep returning for more.
As they say, first impressions matter. Let's hope Threads' early bird approach doesn't ruffle too many feathers and that it'll refine its offering. Threads is functional and the chatter lively, but it's still like a social media puppy – cute but not fully grown.
If Threads can knit a stronger social fabric, only time will tell. Users in Australia and New Zealand can currently begin searching for those keywords, and the rest of us can keep an eye on this page for updates. Thank you, Threads!
Read next: Threads Users Might Be Able to Post Voice Notes After Next Update
Picture this: you're sipping your cup of coffee (or tea if that's your jam) and decide to try this newfangled keyword search on Threads. Prepare to be amazed because this feature does precisely what you would anticipate - it displays all the posts that include your selected keywords. It may not be groundbreaking per se, but it's definitely a step in the right direction. Threads used to only match usernames, which is quite outdated. But now, it's bringing a whole new level of search capability to the table!
Now, don't get me wrong, this is a crucial update. It's like giving a car wheels – it was about time! Threads launched a bit prematurely to meet the demand for a Twitter alternative, especially with Elon Musk stirring the pot. But it's missing a few key ingredients, like API access for scheduling posts and whatnot. Plus, it's still unavailable in the EU, which might take a while.
Threads may not be perfect just yet, but it's definitely a promising tool on the market. The team behind Threads boldly launched it early to gather user feedback and improve it over time. Although some might question this move, their willingness to iterate and evolve shows a commitment to creating a truly useful product. It's all about taking chances and pushing boundaries in order to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
Lately, Threads has seen some ups and downs. Third-party analytics folks report that usage has been sliding, and downloads have slowed after that initial burst of 100 million users. Going early with a less-than-ideal app experience might have backfired. Oops!
However, there is reason to remain optimistic. Threads resonated deeply with its first 100 million users, demonstrating a strong desire for an alternative to Twitter. Meta has the skills and expertise to bring this vision to life, but it must ensure that users keep returning for more.
As they say, first impressions matter. Let's hope Threads' early bird approach doesn't ruffle too many feathers and that it'll refine its offering. Threads is functional and the chatter lively, but it's still like a social media puppy – cute but not fully grown.
If Threads can knit a stronger social fabric, only time will tell. Users in Australia and New Zealand can currently begin searching for those keywords, and the rest of us can keep an eye on this page for updates. Thank you, Threads!
Read next: Threads Users Might Be Able to Post Voice Notes After Next Update
