> TechInstagram is testing a Reels-first experience on its mobile app in India with a limited user group, emphasizing short-form video content. In the pilot, users open directly to the Reels tab, with direct messages easily accessible via the navigation bar and Stories remaining at the top. The navigation bar is being updated to highlight Reels and DMs, which are key drivers of the platform’s growth. 🚨 In India, Instagram will test a Reels-first experience on the mobile app for a limited group of users. Instagram says when you open Instagram, you’ll land directly in Reels.