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the news
TikTok
Supreme Court backs law requiring TikTok to be sold or banned.
TikTok promotes Lemon8 in the US as ban looms.
Triller launches app to download your TikTok clips.
TikTok plans to cut off US users entirely if sell-off bill is enacted.
Assessing possible outcomes for TikTok in its final days.
Snapchat looks to scoop up TikTok users.
YouTube expands 3-Minute Shorts to all users.
Instagram surveys users on paying for engagement.
Meta implements first elements of Community Notes fact-checking.
Instagram shares tips on what to avoid to maximize post reach.
X considers charging all new users to sign-up to the app.
Pinterest highlights key color trends for 2025.
the tools
I just got back from filming with clients and these little lav mics continue to be one of my most used tools. You don't need any software – the receiver just plugs into the bottom of your iPhone and you pin the mic to the lapel of the person on camera. An affordable and easy way to improve your audio quality!
the how to
Did you know you can present your iPhone on your Mac desktop?! This has been amazingly helpful during The Social School lessons for demonstrating certain features on social media platforms that are only available on the app version. Here's how to do it!
the interesting
Have a fantastic weekend!
