Instagram changed its logo. The bit you actually tap is the same

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Instagram has rolled out a new visual identity, unveiling a redesigned wordmark alongside an updated logo. While the overall logo design has changed, the portion of the icon that users tap to open the app remains identical to the previous version. This refresh aims to modernize the brand’s appearance without altering its core interactive element.

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