Meta Shakes Up Instagram with Reposts and Map Feature – Big Changes Coming to the UK
Instagram is switching things up, and it’s not just a small tweak.
Meta has introduced a wave of new features aimed at making Instagram more social, spontaneous, and just a bit more fun. The latest updates? Reposting is now a thing, and there’s a new map feature that changes how you share where you’ve been.
Right now, these updates are rolling out in the US, but they’ll be landing in the UK very soon.
See Where Your Mates Have Been
There’s a brand new Instagram Map, and it’s all about location sharing.
You can now share your recent location with friends and see where they’ve been too. But don’t worry—it’s not constantly tracking you. The map only updates when you open the app. That’s a calmer approach compared to Snapchat’s live Snap Map.
For those wondering about live location updates, yes, they’re still available—just via DMs, and only for one hour at a time.
Perfect for planning meetups or just seeing what your friends are up to nearby.
Leave a Quick Note
One fun little extra: you can now drop Notes on the map. “These notes are similar to the ones that appear at the top of your direct messaging feed.”
Think of them like little sticky notes you can leave behind for your mates to spot. Maybe a joke, a thought, or a quick “come join us!” message. You’ll find the feature right at the top of your inbox.
You Can Repost Stuff Now
Yes, after years of waiting, Instagram reposting is finally a real feature. “This will let users repost public reels and feed posts, similar to TikTok’s functionality.”
Now, users can reshare public reels and feed posts with a quick tap. The reposted content appears both in their friends’ feeds and in a new Reposts tab on their profile. You can even add a short note before posting, giving it a personal touch.
As part of this update, Instagram is also changing how the Friends feed works—something already highlighted in a recent Instagram update post from UK News Blog that dives into what users can expect.
See What Your Friends Are Into
Instagram is also expanding the Friends tab in Reels to everyone. “The feature lets users see public reels their friends have liked, commented on, reposted, and created.”
It’s a great way to find fun or trending content through people you actually know, not just influencers or ads.
Not a fan of oversharing? No problem. You’ll be able to hide your likes, comments, and reposts from this tab—or even mute certain friends entirely.
Instagram’s clearly going for a more connected, community-led vibe with these updates.
The mix of the new map, casual Notes, and the long-awaited repost feature makes Instagram feel a little more human again, less polished, more personal.
If you’re in the UK, hang tight—these features are coming your way soon, and they might just change the way you use the app.
