Instagram Reels Gets Tap-to-Pause Feature: Control Playback with a Single Tap

• Instagram introduces a new tap-to-pause feature for Reels, allowing users to pause videos with a single tap.
• The update simplifies playback control, addressing previous issues where tapping could trigger other actions.
• Users can now pause instantly and access a "Mute" option to control audio without exiting the video.
• This feature is particularly useful for instructional content, allowing viewers to stop at specific frames.
• The rollout is global and happening in phases across Android and iOS devices.