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Instagram Stories gets more dramatic with 'Superzoom'

News Desk (The Jakarta Post)
Jakarta
Fri, October 27, 2017

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Instagram Stories gets more dramatic with 'Superzoom' Those interested in trying out these creative tools should first make sure they have updated their Instagram to version 20.0 for both iOS and Android devices. (Shutterstock.com/Denys Prykhodov)

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elebrating this Halloween, Instagram has added new video effects that will allow Stories users to zoom in and add dramatic sound effects, resulting in an overly-dramatic scene like something from a soap-opera.

"When you open the camera, you’ll see 'Superzoom' next to 'Boomerang' under the record button. Tap 'Superzoom' and then tap record to automatically zoom in with suspenseful music," read Instagram's blog post on Oct. 26.

Read also: How to make the most of your Instagram experience

Instagram Stories' new Superzoom tool allows users to dramatically zoom in an object for fun.
Instagram Stories' new Superzoom tool allows users to dramatically zoom in an object for fun. (Instagram/File)

"You can make a Superzoom of anything — your selfie, your friend’s goofy face or even your half-eaten sandwich. As always, you can send your video to your friends on Instagram Direct or add it to your story."

In addition to the new camera format, the company is also offering new Halloween face filters and stickers that users can add to their photos and videos, which will be available until Nov. 1.

Those interested in trying out these creative tools should first make sure they have updated their Instagram to version 20.0 for both iOS and Android devices. (kes)

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