Instagram repeating Stories bug fix arrives with update on iOS
This week, Instagram users on iPhone have been experiencing an issue where Stories keep appearing over and over after they’ve been watched. Fortunately, there’s been an update this morning for the iOS Instagram app that includes a repeating Stories bug fix.
Spotted by The VergeThe repeating Stories on Instagram for iPhone appear to have started on Monday.
Yesterday we explained that Instagram’s bug means it doesn’t remember which Stories users have viewed, so it keeps showing the exact same Story each time someone shares new content.
Meta/Instagram is aware of the issue saidIt was working on the fix.
Instagram repeating Stories bug fix
Instagram has an option for users suffering from the bug. released a new iOS updateThis morning, it appears to include the repeating Stories bug fix.
As usual, the release notes for version 239.1 just say “The latest version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.” However, the team at The Verge and others online are seeing the bug resolved.
If you’ve been seeing the repeating Stories bug, is it fixed for you with this morning’s update? Comment below to let us know!
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In other news: Meta, parent company to Instagram, allegedly stopped work on an Apple Watch competitor. The wearable was not yet available. saidIt was able to integrate features such as messaging, activity tracking, and Spotify integration. It also had ambitious camera plans.
“A prototype of the now halted device includes dual-cameras, a key differentiator from market leaders like the Apple Watch. One camera was located below the display and another sat on the backside against the wearer’s wrist, according to images and video of a prototype seen by Bloomberg.”
Source: 9to5mac
