Facebook is trying to make ‘pokes’ happen again - TechCrunch

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Technically, the poke feature never really left Facebook. The classic feature from Facebook’s early days allows users to grab a friend’s attention with a virtual nudge. Recently, Facebook has introduced a poke-tracking feature aimed at appealing to younger users who are familiar with gamification elements in social apps like Snapchat and TikTok Streaks. This move signifies Facebook’s attempt to bring back the once-popular poke feature, catering to a new generation of users.

Source: TechCrunch

Author: Sarah Perez

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I’m all for nostalgic features making a comeback, but I’m not sure if bringing back pokes is the way to go. Don’t get me wrong, it’s cool to see Facebook trying to appeal to younger users with gamification elements, but isn’t this just another attempt at copying Snapchat’s streaks? What’s next, are they going to bring back Top 8 friends or Friendster-style profiles?