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Why Is My Facebook Still Chirping

So when you opened up your Facebook and started scrolling, you may have heard a chirping sound. But why is your Facebook still chirping? Facebook did an update, and as…

SAN ANSELMO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 04: In this photo illustration, the Facebook and Instagram apps are seen on the screen of an iPhone on October 04, 2021 in San Anselmo, California. Social media applications Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are experiencing a global outage that started before 9 a.m. (P.S.T.) on Monday morning. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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So when you opened up your Facebook and started scrolling, you may have heard a chirping sound. But why is your Facebook still chirping? Facebook did an update, and as part of the new update, the chirping sound is part of it. Facebook said that it is to make the mobile experience more engaging, but for some people it is just straight annoying. There is good news though you can actually turn off the chirping sound if it annoys you. Here is how you do it on the mobile app in five steps.

First - Click on the bottom right icon of your app. It will say Menu and will most likely have your featured picture on it.
Second - Scroll down to see settings and privacy and click that
Third - Click on settings
Fourth - Scroll down until you see media and click that
Fifth - The very top item says sounds. Underneath it it says in-app sound. If it is turned on, turn it off and that will fix the problem.

Now there is no more chirping sound when you are scrolling through your feed. If for some reason you want the sound back on then follow those steps again and turn it on.

How Many People Have A Facebook Account

There are 8.1 billion people on planet Earth and there are 3.049 billion Facebook accounts. The country with the most Facebook users is actually India followed by the United States and then Indonesia. India has almost 400,000,000 Facebook users. Facebook was founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and three other people. They were all students at Harvard University. It is named Facebook because that is a paper or online directory of individual's photographs and names.

Although the name Facebook is still used, Meta is the name of the company. They also own Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp.

The Top 5 ‘Instagrammable’ Spots In Tampa For The Perfect Photo Op

Everybody always wants that 'Instagram-worthy' photo op whenever they're in town. Luckily, Tampa is packed full of 'Instagrammable' spots! Much like Nashville and other big cities, Tampa is becoming more and more of a mural city each week. It seems like every time we go downtown, there's new artwork to be admired and shared. We are including the best Instagram-worthy murals on this list and other perfect Tampa backdrops that are guaranteed to get you tons of likes.

What's new in Tampa?

There are lots of new things to see and do in Downtown Tampa. It seems like Water Street is constantly transforming with new restaurants, condos, and art fixtures. Recently there was a light show on Water Street that illuminated the entire street blue and gave you the feel of being "underwater".

Tips and hacks to get that perfect Insta photo

Sure you could just point and shoot and let the editing apps do the rest. Or you can adjust these settings in your phone to help you get that perfect shot without relying on a bunch of editing.

    Now that you have all the basic tips you need, here are the top 5 'Instagrammable' spots in Tampa for the perfect photo op

    Rooftop Bars

    There are plenty of rooftop bars in Tampa to get you that perfect skyline photo. M.Bird at Armature Works is one of the more popular ones. Beacon, the tallest rooftop bar just recently opened in Tampa. You can find breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and the waterfront.

    Sparkman Wharf

    There are tons of photo opportunities at Sparkman Wharf. Whether you want to show your love for the 813 in front of the Tampa sign or by the neon heart and peace sign murals. Or you can hang in their open seating area for a more chilled vibe. Either way, Sparkman has the perfect backdrop for you.

    Edition Hotel

    Tampa's best-named hotel is a great spot for artsy photo-ops. The luminated staircase offers an appealing optical illusion, the Arts Club has plenty of seductive lighting, and the rooftop pool has so many options for a great backdrop!

    Murals

    Tampa postcard, Ray Charles, Tom Brady, Beyoncé, Tampa Bay Lightning. There are so many different themes for murals across Tampa. Visittampabay.com has a list of all the major ones you can check out here. 

    Tampa postcard muralCristy B/BBGI

    Riverwalk

    It's especially great during championship boat parades, but any day will do! Take a stroll at sunset to get some gorgeous colors and the University of Tampa as your background!

    Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.