Title: Viral Image Mystery Solved: Comedian’s “Glitch in the Matrix” Revealed to be Panoramic Shot Mishap
In a recent turn of events, a viral image that had piqued the curiosity of social media users has finally been debunked. Comedian Tessa Coates surprised her followers on Instagram by posting an image that seemingly showed her posing in three different ways simultaneously. Coates referred to it as a “glitch in the matrix,” sending the online world into a frenzy of speculation and intrigue.
The image quickly garnered attention, with various theories floating around, including claims of computational photography quirks and Live Photos glitches. However, it was Faruk from the iPhonedo YouTube channel who finally shed light on the mystery. By examining the image’s metadata, Faruk revealed the truth behind the mind-boggling picture.
Contrary to the wild theories, it appears that the image was taken with the panoramic feature on Coates’ iPhone 12 – most likely by mistake. The illusion of three poses comes from the fact that Coates’ hands are positioned differently in each mirror, creating a visual trick. Faruk explained that during the failed panoramic shot, the movement of Coates’ arms caused the stitching of the different poses together.
Despite its viral status, the image did not meet the requirements for iOS to label it as a panorama, which is why it lacked the panoramic icon. This revelation brought an end to the speculation and theories surrounding the image. Coates herself clarified in her original post that the image was neither photoshopped, a panorama, nor a Live Photo – it was simply a happy accident resulting in an eye-catching visual.
The online community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that there was no technological wizardry involved in Coates’ mind-bending photo. Faruk’s comprehensive explanation and analysis of the image’s metadata can be found in his video on Threads, putting an end to the hours of speculation that engulfed social media.
So, while the image may not be a glimpse into a parallel universe or a sign of glitchy software, it remains an interesting reminder that sometimes, a mundane mistake can create captivating and viral content.
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