Instagram expands Live video feature to Britain

London: A month after photo-sharing app Instagram launched live video streaming in the US, the feature has now been expanded to Britain.

As per reports in media, people in Britain can now swipe across into the camera and select "Live" mode.

Unlike Facebook and Twitter`s Periscope, real-time videos on Instagram are designed to be ephemeral which means they will disappear as soon as recording ends.

Users can also hide live video from certain people, such as parents or co-workers. They can leave comments and tap the `Heart` button to send floating hearts into view.