Instagram 6.2.1
Instagram has hundreds of millions of users worldwide, so it hardly needs an introduction. It was one of the first (if not the first) services to create a social network around the iPhone’s camera. It then got ported to Android (to iOS users’ dismay), and later got acquired by Facebook.
The real McCoy
It its long existence, Instagram has stayed true to its roots. Now at version 6.0.4, the app looks better and more inspiring than ever. The log-in screen offers an example of what people generally share on the network, and once you’re in the main feed appears.
Much of the UI is comprised of lists of people and posts. The links on people’s names and the hashtags may initially confuse you, but it’s easy to get used to the clutter in Instagram. For one reason or another, it doesn’t feel like a mess (although many of the times, it is).
The app has started to allow users to edit their captions, which is particularly useful for those who have repeatedly deleted their pictures after noticing a typo, only to go through the process again. The feature enables you to not only fix these spelling mistakes, but also to change your location if you so desire.
Limited collection of filters
Instagram makes shooting, editing and sharing a breeze. Few apps can equal its workflows. You snap a picture of something and you’re instantly taken to the dark room, so to speak. Here you add a few effects, borders, etc. and off it goes to your followers, complete with your own captions, tags and comments.
Followers will then like, dislike or ignore your post altogether, depending on the content you uploaded and how much people like or dislike you. That’s life, kid.
You’ll need to be careful with your privacy, and you might want to know all the kinks about connecting with Facebook before doing so. That said, Instagram takes security very seriously and puts a lot of tools at users’ disposal to report security and privacy issues, complete with an option to post anonymously, just so you can enjoy Instagram’s benefits in peace.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI7
Instagram deserves a true iOS-inspired design, but that doesn’t mean it’s ugly. The tabs at the bottom could be a little more clear about their state (pressed, highlighted, accessible or not). |
Function7
For the pioneer of photography-based social networking, Instagram has a very limited collection of filters. It’s also worth noting that, because of this, it feels simple and easy to use. Which is what you want especially if you’re new to the service. |
Security7
Instagram connects with Facebook and draws lots of information from your account to display ads customized for your taste. It also looks at your friends and their photos. Not necessarily with an critic’s eye, but still. |
Battery7
The fourth 7 score in a row is awarded for relatively-high power consumption during intense use. But it’s within normal levels. |
Price7
We’re not trying to set a record or anything, but again Instagram gets the same mark for not being completely free. It targets ads at you and it will do so through some questionable means. What’s worse is you can’t opt out. |
Compatibility7
Believe it or not, Instagram is a straight-C student thanks to its low firmware requirement (iOS 6) but poor iOS 7 optimization and no iPad version. |
Nuff said
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 6.2.1
- reviewed version:
- 6.2.1
- developer:
- category:
- PHOTOGRAPHY
- os version req.:
- 6.0
- age rating:
- 17+
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 1028