Facebook rolling out new 'like' buttons

DETROIT ā€“ Facebook is upgrading the "Like" button.

"Facebook Reactions" will be rolled out globally in the next few weeks, according to a Bloomberg report.

Recommended Videos



The alternative comes in the form of six emojiĀ that equal the following sentiments: sad, angry, wow, haha, yay and love.

The report details Facebook's effort, working closely with experts to select images that express certain emotion, in addition to offering reactions that fit more appropriately in certain situations.

Many users have asked for a dislike button, but Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has previously stated his concern about spreading negativity.Ā 

Facebook Inc. (FB) | FindTheCompany


About the Author:

Ken Haddad has proudly been with WDIV/ClickOnDetroit since 2013. He also authors the Morning Report Newsletter and various other newsletters, and helps lead the WDIV Insider team. He's a big sports fan and is constantly sipping Lions Kool-Aid.