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Snapchat: A Multimedia Messaging App Snapchat, developed by Snap Inc, is a multimedia instant messaging app offering ephemeral photo and video sharing. Initially focused on person-to-person communication, the platform has expanded to include features like 24-hour "Stories" and "Discover," a platform...
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- Original author(s) Reggie Brown, Bobby Murphy, Evan Spiegel
- Developer(s) Snap Inc.
- Initial release September 2011
- Operating system Android 5.0 or later, iOS 12.4 or later
- Available in 37 languages
- License Proprietary software
- Type Photo sharing, instant messaging, video chat, multimedia
- Websitewww.snapchat.com
Snapchat history
Last Updated : 24/03/25, 11:11 PMSnapchat: From Picaboo to Global Phenomenon Snapchat, initially launched as Picaboo in 2011, emerged from the collaborative efforts of Reggie Brown, Evan Spiegel, and Bobby Murphy. Brown, credited with the initial concept, was later ousted from the company, leading to a significant legal battle. Thi...
SNAPCHAT NEWS
Snap CEO Spiegel says TikTok could grow bigger than Instagram
January 20, 2020 8:57 am
“It’s possible” TikTok could become bigger than Instagram, Spiegel said. Instagram reached the 1 billion monthly active users milestone in 2018.
Snap introduces new Bitmoji 'Mix and Match' feature alongside Bitmoji merchandise
November 26, 2019 8:23 pm
The Bitmoji app will now allow users to combine different clothing items like tops, bottoms, footwear, socks and outerwear, to make a unique look that stands out.
Snapchat's new Time Machine Lens: See younger and older version of yourself
November 21, 2019 3:31 pm
Snapchat is adding a new Lens called Time Machine, which will let users switch between a younger and older version of themselves.
OnePlus and Snapchat team up to launch Diwali themed Lenses
October 26, 2019 9:49 am
The two technology companies have created special Diwali themed Lenses that will transform the famous global landmarks of London, Paris, Agra and Mumbai.
Snap kept files named 'Project Voldemort' on Facebook's competitive moves
September 25, 2019 4:06 pm
Snap, the parent company of Snapchat kept a track of Facebook's competitive moves against it in a dossier called 'Project Voldemort', a Wall Street Journal report has revealed.
Snap launches Spectacles 3 with two cameras, wire frames at $380
August 13, 2019 9:47 pm
Spectacles 3, the latest wearable device from the company behind the Snapchat social-messaging app, let users record with two cameras instead of one, and have a steel wire frame rather than the chunkier plastic of previous models.
Snapchat's Android fix, gender-changing lens boost users, shares go up
July 24, 2019 9:04 am
Snapchat on Tuesday beat analysts' estimates for user growth and revenue, getting a boost from a better version of its Android app and the launch of new augmented reality photo lenses.
Snap's 180% surge aided by more teens loving augmented reality
June 07, 2019 12:38 pm
From a growth in users to augmented reality driving engagement, Pivotal Research Group’s Michael Levine says there are "increasing signs of momentum in the business on multiple fronts."
Now, share JioSaavn songs directly on Snapchat; artist filters, lenses unveiled
May 30, 2019 2:19 pm
To recall, Snapchat announced deeper integration with apps including JioSaavn, Netflix and VSCO at its first ‘Snap Partner Summit’ in Los Angeles, California in April this year.
Snap restarts user growth with original shows, Android overhaul
April 24, 2019 10:59 am
Snap said the number of daily active Snapchat users rose to 190 million in the first quarter from 186 million in the prior period, but remained below the 191 million it had a year earlier.
