A real-time feed of Instagram's latest #hyperlapse videos.

  • SIT BACK
  • RELAX
  • EXPLORE FARAWAY PLACES
  • ENJOY THE MUSIC

Let's Go!

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Hyperlax is best when watched with relaxing and chill music in the background. Choose from the playlists below, courtesy of Soundcloud.

  • Chill
  • Electronic
  • Piano
  • Ambient
  • Chill Hip-Hop
  • Artist of the Week

Do you see those Instagram #hyperlapse videos on the left? They were just posted to Instagram; it's a real-time feed. Enjoy a peek into the lives of others, from locations around the world. Hyperlax is meant to be a bit of an escape, a bit voyeuristic, a bit relaxing. I think it's mesmerizing. Maybe you will too!

Hyperlax was created as a way for me (@taykcrane) to begin learning how to code. It was inspired by Hypermasher, a site with an almost identical concept, built by Andrew Baker (@andrewtorkbaker). I was drawn to Hypermasher, but felt like there were a few things I could do to make it better. And thus, Hyperlax was born! To contact me for feedback or questions, shoot a note to

A very special shoutout to Josh Frye (@joshfng) for building the database of Instagram videos that Hyperlax depends on. Without him, Hyperlax would be dead. In fact, it WAS dead for a year until Josh stepped in.

Made with in NYC

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