Instagram could soon let users continue their Reels binge even when they’re offline. A new leak suggests the app is working on automatic downloads for short-form videos, a move that would bring it closer to YouTube, which already allows offline viewing of Shorts.
What is Instagram working on?
According to a recent X post from app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, Instagram is developing a feature that could automatically download Reels for offline viewing. Early screenshots suggest the app may download videos in the background, so you can keep watching even if you lose connectivity.
The settings also point to some level of user control. Instagram may let you restrict downloads to Wi-Fi and set a download cap, with presets for 10, 30, or 50 Reels. There also appears to be a download status indicator, along with a section where you can view all saved Reels.
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