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Learn about Black history and culture with new Snapchat Lens
Want to learn some quick Black history facts? Use a Lens created by a Black AR designer.
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![A shadowed hand holds a phone displaying the yellow Snapchat logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01fNC6IVSyssEkRaMqABQrW/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1676496860.jpg)
Snapchat's new AR game lets you hunt ghosts in your own home
If I found a haunted phone I'd nope out immediately, but that's just me.
By Amanda Yeo
![Four screenshots of Snapchat's new Ghost Phone game.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01wlHwNsQaVfgPUX6XdZ7U6/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1658977985.png)
![Four screenshots of Snapchat's new Ghost Phone game.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01wlHwNsQaVfgPUX6XdZ7U6/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1658977985.png)
The Snapchat experience is coming to your web browser
The messaging, calling, and Bitmoji features you already love, on a browser.
![Yellow background with the Snapchat layout on a phone on the left, and the Snapchat layout for browser on the right.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/030upg1ssXJEjhyjt1vZwWK/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1657906386.png)
![Yellow background with the Snapchat layout on a phone on the left, and the Snapchat layout for browser on the right.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/030upg1ssXJEjhyjt1vZwWK/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1657906386.png)
Snapchat Plus is official for $3.99, but it doesn't let you turn off ads
Yes, another paid subscription tier...with ads.
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Snapchat tests paid subscription called Snapchat Plus (of course)
Throwing a plus after your brand name and then charging for it is a universally successful business strategy!
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So, Snap made a camera drone
Called Pixy, this cute lil guy automatically sends footage to your Snapchat.
By Rachel Kraus
![Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel watches a yellow drone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05o7ZER2XFTmhjsFJRt27os/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1651166454.png)
![Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel watches a yellow drone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05o7ZER2XFTmhjsFJRt27os/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1651166454.png)
New Snapchat lens teaches users the American Sign Language alphabet
Fingerspell, practice the ASL alphabet, play games, and more.
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Snapchat tests ads within Snap Stories and will share revenue with creators
More monetization options for creators.
By Matt Binder
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Over-the-top 'Marry Me' promotion just reached new heights with a J.Lo concert in the metaverse
J.Lo and Maluma are avatars now, so make sure your Bitmoji is dressed to impress!
By Rachel Kraus
![Two images of Maluma and Jennifer Lopez standing on stage holding raised up hands: One as a photograph, and one as their Bitmoji avatars.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02MdgbFFcEkLkgRPE8fk7He/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1643674780.jpg)
![Two images of Maluma and Jennifer Lopez standing on stage holding raised up hands: One as a photograph, and one as their Bitmoji avatars.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02MdgbFFcEkLkgRPE8fk7He/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1643674780.jpg)
You can peek inside Tesla's Texas Gigafactory using the Snap Map
See the massive factory come to life from the point of view of people inside.
By Rachel Kraus
![The body of a Tesla Model Y getting a blue paint job.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00aJ7BM9ty8iWsq2qpxSBny/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1643239861.png)
![The body of a Tesla Model Y getting a blue paint job.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00aJ7BM9ty8iWsq2qpxSBny/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1643239861.png)
Snapchat turned Snap Map into a custom visual adventure
Newly launched "Layers" in Snap Map show public stories or personal memories tied to a location.
By Rachel Kraus
![Multiple screenshots showing the Explore layer superimposed on the Snap Map.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04adShplqjLCjOKjeITFnms/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1637105090.jpg)
![Multiple screenshots showing the Explore layer superimposed on the Snap Map.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04adShplqjLCjOKjeITFnms/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1637105090.jpg)
TikTok and Snapchat's first Congressional hearing shows how differently politicians view Facebook
A hearing on child safety became all about China for Republicans.
By Matt Binder
![TikTok and Snapchat's first Congressional hearing shows how differently politicians view Facebook](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/022FBnf5OIKUb1cNyZdp9ZS/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1635435921.jpg)
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Pixel 6 comes with 'Quick Tap to Snap,' a super fast Snapchat camera shortcut
Google <3 Snapchat, apparently.
By Rachel Kraus
![Pixel 6 comes with 'Quick Tap to Snap,' a super fast Snapchat camera shortcut](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01ht8PGR8dfVQTHcTGhix9e/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1634668214.png)
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How to edit your Bitmoji on Snapchat
Your Bitmoji could probably use a little updating.
![How to edit your Bitmoji on Snapchat](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/062xtbp9K05XUiYf9heKk3p/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1632873909.png)
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Snapchat releases new lenses teaching ASL basics
The new lenses celebrate International Week of the Deaf
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![Snapchat releases new lenses teaching ASL basics](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04DomCHsvidrlEkI1hG3euq/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1632251714.jpg)
Snapchat at 10: A history of scandal, innovation, and sexting
From frat boy feuds to making a product everyone else would copy, it's been a wild ride.
By Rachel Kraus
![Snapchat mascot Ghostface Chillah illustrated in the style of Leonardo Da Vinci's Vitruvian Man.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07738KJJC4yN98Dw3FbBy9o/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1631898008.jpg)
![Snapchat mascot Ghostface Chillah illustrated in the style of Leonardo Da Vinci's Vitruvian Man.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07738KJJC4yN98Dw3FbBy9o/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1631898008.jpg)
Snapchat is down for some U.S. users
Users are having trouble logging in, causing meltdowns on Twitter.
By Rachel Kraus
![Snapchat is down for some U.S. users](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/070IlyhWhg3wi3F3uwosb7N/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1627625707.jpg)
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Snap Map adds 'My Places' for a Google Maps feel
Now you can save and favorite places of interest directly in Snapchat.
By Sasha Lekach
![Snap Map adds 'My Places' for a Google Maps feel](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02tRrY3LHyzLXLNCJdlgO0K/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1627492524.png)
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Snapchat profiles will feature full-body 3D Bitmojis and backgrounds
Say goodbye to disembodied Bitmoji heads and Snapcodes.
By Rachel Kraus
![Snapchat profiles will feature full-body 3D Bitmojis and backgrounds](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04zSvKh11Bb2Bnpc9KABYhY/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1626730264.png)
![Snapchat profiles will feature full-body 3D Bitmojis and backgrounds](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04zSvKh11Bb2Bnpc9KABYhY/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1626730264.png)
20 Snapchat tips and tricks for newbies and power users
Create your own Snapsterpieces.
By Haidee Chu
![An illustration of Snapchat mascot Ghostface Chillah flying up on a yellow background leaving a widening trail of stars on a dark blue background.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05fHCMG70QgToljTlzUcW9O/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1626460390.jpg)
![An illustration of Snapchat mascot Ghostface Chillah flying up on a yellow background leaving a widening trail of stars on a dark blue background.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05fHCMG70QgToljTlzUcW9O/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1626460390.jpg)
Snapchat lenses come to Bumble to give your virtual dates some romantic atmosphere
Snap x Bumble is a great match.
By Rachel Kraus
![Snapchat lenses come to Bumble to give your virtual dates some romantic atmosphere](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07mFnapIjT1MoEkyEG4wnJN/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1621478890.png)
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