Facebook Tests New “Digital Memory” Feature for Users
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Facebook announced a test of a new feature called “Digital Memory” this week. This feature aims to help users remember important moments. The test involves a small group of users globally.
The Digital Memory feature collects photos, videos, and posts users interact with frequently. It then organizes this content into a dedicated section. Users can view these collections later. Facebook says the goal is to create a personal archive of significant digital moments.
Users in the test group will see a new “Memories” tab appear. This tab will contain the automatically gathered content. Facebook emphasizes user control. People can edit the collections or remove items they don’t want saved. They can also turn the feature off completely.
Privacy advocates are watching closely. Facebook states user data handling follows existing privacy policies. The company insists users own their content. The feature only uses information already shared on the platform.
This test follows Facebook’s history with memory features. Features like “On This Day” already show users past posts. The Digital Memory effort seems broader. It focuses on automatically finding and saving relevant current activity.
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The test period has no set end date. Facebook will gather feedback from participants. The company will use this feedback to decide the feature’s future. Wider availability depends on the test results. Facebook wants to ensure the tool is useful and user-friendly before any potential launch.