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In pics: Highlights from F8 conference 2017: day 1

Zuckerberg opened F8 2017 talking about using tech to build stronger communities

By CommsMEA staff writer  
In pics: Highlights from F8 conference 2017: day 1
Facebook Spaces is a new VR app where one hangs out with friends in a fun, interactive virtual environment as if one was in the same room. Facebook Spaces has been launched in beta for Oculus Rift. With Facebook Spaces, one can view Facebook content with friends in VR, including 360 videos and photos that can transport one to new places.

Some of the new features and advanced tools announced include:
* A new Discover tab that allows people to find the bot for Messenger they’re looking for
* Chat Extensions, which allow multiple people to chat with the same business at the same time
* Messenger’s AI assistant, M, now offers the ability to order food through delivery.com
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