TikTok has long dominated the short-form video market. Other platforms like Instagram and YouTube have copied the idea of such short-form video content and integrated it into their main apps under the names Reels and Shorts. Now, it seems that TikTok is trying to copy Instagram, and will soon launch its own photo-sharing platform.
It will be interesting to see how “TikTok Photos” fits into the social media landscape, and whether it can challenge Instagram’s dominance in the photo-sharing world . (Photo: SHUTTERSTOCK ENTERPRISE)
Specifically, recently, a technology researcher with the X account @AssembleDebug decoded the programming of the latest TikTok update and discovered a hidden line of code, suggesting a new application called "TikTok Photos".
According to @AssembleDebug, “TikTok Photos” suggests a dedicated, standalone platform for photo sharing, offering a more natural experience for users to “reach like-minded people who love taking and sharing photos,” potentially connecting users with photo-sharing communities.
Leaked icons show the new app logo design matches the traditional color scheme of the original TikTok app. (Photo: AssembleDebug)
Visually, the leaked icon shows a new app logo design that matches the traditional color scheme of the original TikTok app, suggesting a familiar interface for existing users. While the exact launch date and regional availability of the app are still unclear, the leaked code suggests that “TikTok Photos” will be “coming soon” for Android and iOS devices. Whether a web version will follow remains to be seen.
This potential foray into photo sharing marks an interesting development for TikTok. It will be interesting to see how “TikTok Photos” fits into the social media landscape, and whether it can challenge Instagram’s dominance in the photo-sharing world.
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