14 DAY TRIAL // Instagram has launched on Wednesday an update to its iOS app for iPhone and Apple Watch devices that brings the ability to follow hashtags you like.
Version 27.0 of Instagram for iOS is now live in the App Store for iPhone users, and it introduces a new functionality that lets you follow any hashtag you like, such as #photography or #nature. To follow a hashtag, simply click on the one you like and you'll immediately see a new screen where you can follow the respective hashtag.
After that, your Instagram feed will start showing you top posts that include that specific hashtag you followed. The feature will also show you some of the latest stories that use a certain hashtag, in the Stories section on top of your friends feed. At the moment, it displays a total of nine stories for a single hashtag you follow.
"We're introducing the ability to follow hashtags, giving you new ways to discover photos, videos and people on Instagram," reads the release notes. "When you find a hashtag you like, open the hashtag page and tap on the follow button. You'll begin seeing top posts from that hashtag in your feed and some of the latest stories in your stories bar."
Instagram for iOS 27.0 now live in the App Store
Instagram for iOS 27.0 is available in the App Store for iPhone and Apple Watch devices and requires iOS 9.0 or later. Those who already have the app installed on their devices can now update by opening the App Store app and accessing the Updates tab. Hit a refresh if you don't see the new Instagram version on the list of available updates.
Instagram is one of the most popular photo-sharing application these days with a community of more than 500 million users. Among numerous features, the iOS application also lets you easily switch between your Apple Watch and your iPhone using a functionality called Handoff.
