Instagram can now create Reels automatically – but Meta doesn’t want to upset creators

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https://9to5mac.com/guides/instagram/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram now has a new iPhone-exclusive feature that can create reels automatically.

You just select your video clips and it creates an edit with a single tap.

However, Meta is being extremely careful not to upset creators by implying that the app can replace their manual editing skills …