Did you know that there are at least three different versions or looks for Facebook right now? As of today, June 4, 2013, we’ve identified three completely different looks for your Facebook pages. Here’s how you can sort them out to see which one you have. If you are stuck on an older version, don’t worry too much. Sign up to be on the waiting list and Facebook will let you in as soon as they can. Here’s the link to get on the list: Facebook Newsfeed.
1. The oldest look that we have at this point is this one:
The ‘new’ Timeline is there but the enhanced search bar isn’t. This should be the oldest Facebook page there is. It’s at least a full year old by now. As you can see, the ‘View As’ icon is only visible from your Timeline under the gear icon. It’s the same in all the versions of Facebook that we have right now.
2. The next newest is this one:
This newer look is the one that introduced the Facebook Graphic Search bar. As soon as you get this look, Facebook will give you a rundown on how to use it. Honestly? We never use it but, at least to Facebook, it seemed like a great idea at the time. Again, the ‘View As’ icon is in the same spot.
3. The latest and greatest Facebook look is this one:
In this look, although you can’t see it here, the photos are much bigger and the left panel has the list of clickable icons with chat at the bottom. The ads are now below the dates of your timeline and your profile pic is up on the top left, not the top right. You can Post from any page you’re on, just click the Post icon up on the right, and the number of items in your newsfeed is right there beside the word Home. These are just normal feed items, maybe photos or shares, they are not your own notifications.
What’s missing in the latest version? The news ticker. Well, it’s still there but our version only shows one single news item at the very bottom of the chat row. Turn the chat off and there is still only one item there. Keep in mind that very few people, it seems, have this version and that it’s still in a beta stage. Things will change when this version is introduced on a more universal basis.
TIP: We’ve highlighted the ‘View As’ function because it’s a good way to see what others can see on your timeline. You can view your own profile as a stranger (default) or as a friend, just type in the name. Keep in mind that it’s not without its problems. What you see may or may not be what the public or what a friend sees. There are glitches and, as Facebook itself will tell you, “Things you hide from your timeline still appear in news feed, search and other places on Facebook”. That’s about as vague as you can get, right? Seems like you can’t hide anything.
Thanks for reading! Which version do you have? What’s missing that you think should be there or what causes you the most frustration? Let us know. We love comments!
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how can i donwlaod the last version on my pc?
You can’t, unfortunately. You have to wait until Facebook changes its look for you. The only thing you could try is to sign up for Facebook’s beta trials. Give that a try.
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i lyk de new look…..how cn i hv 1 on ma mobile phone??
You are limited to whatever the current version is for your phone and/or its operating system. It’s not something you can change or download on your own. Sorry.
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How many different versions of Facebook are being used? What are their names. Can I download it from my play store?
There are three versions right now, as far as we know. Which one you use depends on your area, your pattern of use, whether you’ve chosen to be part of the beta trials, things like that. As far as the version on your mobile device, that depends on the device and partially on the version you get when you use your computer. So, no, you can’t download anything from the play store that is different from what you have now. Just make sure you download the updates when they become available.
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