Telegram Unveils New Features to Enhance User Experience
In a bid to upgrade its services, Telegram has introduced a slew of new features aimed at improving the overall user experience. The messaging platform, which boasts 950 million monthly active users, has rolled out a new in-app browser with support for multiple tabs, allowing users to switch between collapsed and reopened windows. This feature is now available on both mobile and desktop platforms.
The new in-app browser also supports decentralized websites hosted on the Telegram Open Network (TON), enabling users to access a wide range of content without leaving the app. Moreover, users can now go back to chats without losing their progress while viewing a webpage.
In addition to the new browser, Telegram has also added an "Apps" tab in Search, allowing users to browse through the mini apps present on the platform. This feature enables users to check the list of apps they already use, view popular mini apps, and even upload video demos and screenshots.
The platform has also introduced new features for content generated via mini apps, such as leaderboard snapshots or AI-generated videos, which can now be shared as a Telegram Story straight from the mini app. Stories have also received an animated weather widget, making them more engaging and interactive.
Furthermore, Telegram Stars, initially intended for purchasing content in mini apps or paid channel content, can now be gifted to friends or family. When recording a video story with the front camera, users can now use the front flash to brighten up the screen. A new flash icon will appear at the bottom-left corner of the screen in the camera user interface (UI) after updating to the latest version of Telegram.
The company has also introduced the ability to select a cover for a video story, enabling users to choose the image they wish to see at the front. These new features are available for both mobile and desktop platforms, including macOS as part of the July update.
With these new features, Telegram aims to provide a more seamless and engaging experience for its users. The platform’s commitment to innovation and user satisfaction is evident in its continued efforts to upgrade and enhance its services.