Instagram is improving its live streaming feature by increasing the period that one can go live for without being cut off. The company is extending the current 60-minute live stream timeframe to four hours.
Instagram’s new extended live streaming timeframe will be available to every user unless you have a history of violating Instagram’s IP or policies.
Those who go live on Instagram will also be able to view their own live streams in their archive privately 30 days after. Within the 30 days, they can choose to download the video and store it on their devices or share it on another platform. The same has always been the case for Instagram’s stories feature.
Instagram live archive feature(Image: Instagram via The Verge)
Instagram also wants to make it easy for users to find current live streams, like what Reddit does with its Top Broadcast section. A new “Live Now” section, coming soon to IGTV, will feature current live streams so users can easily find what’s interesting and jump in.
These upcoming features will be available on Instagram across Android and iOS but it’s not clear when.
The latest Instagram update brings Messenger integration allowing users to chat with Facebook users without switching apps. The integration has seen Instagram’s DM feature receive major upgrades to be on par with Messenger’s messaging functionality.
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