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Facebook dark mode is rolling out for desktop, but not everyone can get it
By Cat Ellis last updated
The redesigned layout is currently in beta testing, and is only available to a selected group of users.

Facebook's desktop redesign is rolling out to everyone (and it includes dark mode)
By Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson last updated
The site's stripped-back look keeps things simple, and includes an optional dark design to reduce glare at night.

Facebook is fixing one of WhatsApp's most annoying quirks
By Cat Ellis published
You'll soon be able to mute group notifications permanently – not just for eight hours, a week or a year.

Facebook may be planning a huge change for WhatsApp and Messenger users
By Sofia Elizabella Wyciślik-Wilson published
Cross-platform chats might not be too far away, tackling the problem of messaging app overload.

Facebook Free Basics looks to new wireless tech for a boost
By James O'Malley last updated
A recent patent filing reveals Facebook's plan for connecting the world using a clever new wireless technology.

Facebook admits to wrongly sharing user data with third party apps yet again
By Jasmine Gearie published
The social media giant has admitted to sharing 'inactive' user data with thousands of app developers, despite its own privacy policy.

New Facebook Messenger app is a great alternative to Zoom for Windows and Mac
By Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson last updated
A new unified desktop app makes it easy to keep in touch from your computer with video calls and text chat.

Zoom gets a new rival as Facebook Messenger Rooms launches 50-way video calls
By David Nield last updated
Messenger Rooms lets you launch video calls from Facebook or Messenger, and invite anyone with a link.
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