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Best messaging apps in 2023
There are loads of messaging apps for our phones these days. But not all are created equal. So, we've gathered up the best for you in one place.
Smartphones have become a lot more capable over the years and so have the messaging apps and services that we use on a daily basis to connect with our friends and family. All the advancements in smartphone technology have given us some powerful communication tools, and you are no longer limited to SMS messages or voice calls. There are some incredibly powerful messaging apps out there that let you send everything from simple texts to media files or even play games in some cases.
Telegram update was stalled by animated emoji
After a media frenzy, Apple has updated Telegram, letting them know that their Telemoji update was the cause for delay.
Yesterday we reported on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's cry for help. Durov claimed that Apple had been stonewalling a new app update for weeks. Worst yet, it was doing so without providing any kind of explanation. A day and extensive media coverage later, it appears to have caught the attention of Apple. Durov has given an update through Telegram explaining what caused the update issue and what Telegram will do going forward.
Telegram Premium makes an appearance on latest iOS beta, offers exclusive stickers and reactions
Telegram has introduced a new subscription plan called Telegram Premium. It's currently only available on iOS. Read on.
Telegram is one of the most feature-packed instant messaging apps out there. Since its inception, Telegram’s funding has largely come out of the pocket of Pavel Durov, the founder of the service. But as the service continues to amass new users and climbs new heights of success, the start-up is now looking for ways to monetize the platform. Last year, Telegram started testing Sponsored Messages (read advertisements) in public channels with more than 1000 subscribers. Now the company appears to be readying another monetization tool that may soon ask users to pay to unlock additional features.
WhatsApp is working on a dedicated "Community" tab
WhatsApp will soon introduce a dedicated Community tab on Android and iOS. It will appear on the left side, replacing the camera shortcut.
After rolling out new voice messaging features to all users, WhatsApp is now working on a dedicated "Community" tab. We first learned about the tab in early March. Now more details have emerged about this upcoming feature.
WhatsApp may soon let you share files as large as 2GB
According to frequent WhatsApp tipster WABetainfo, WhatsApp is testing the ability to share files up to 2GB in size.
WhatsApp isn't the best messaging app for sending large files. If you want to send 4K videos or large documents, something like Telegram would be a better option. That's because WhatsApp has a file limit of 100MB. But that's set to change soon as WhatsApp is reportedly working on increasing the file size limit.
[Update: First look] APK Teardown: Signal is working on a Snapchat-style Stories feature
Within the latest APK of Signal, we have discovered some new strings related to an upcoming story feature. Read on.
It was Snapchat that introduced the concept of Stories, a feature that lets you post ephemeral photos or videos that disappear after 24 hours. The feature was a massive hit among Snapchat users and helped the platform grow exponentially after its introduction in 2013. The success of Snapchat Stories led to several copycats, with Instagram later introducing the feature under the same name and WhatsApp adding a Status feature. Twitter also briefly tried out its own version of Snapchat Stories called Fleets. It appears the privacy-focused messaging app Signal could be the next in line to add a story feature.
Latest WhatsApp update brings rich document previews
With the latest WhatsApp beta update, WhatsApp now displays a rich preview, giving you a glimpse of the content inside.
WhatsApp is one of the best instant messaging apps out there, and while it's not as feature-packed and powerful as Telegram, it's always getting better with new improvements and features. Case in point: WhatsApp is rolling out a new update that brings improved document previews.
WhatsApp's new global voice note player makes its way to desktop
The new global audio player is now available on WhatsApp Desktop, allowing users to play voice notes in the background.
WhatsApp has picked up a number of features and improvements over the past few months. Most recently, the iOS app gained a new global voice note player that allows users to continue to listen to voice notes in the background. Now WhatsApp is looking to expand this feature to the desktop app.
WhatsApp may soon add new drawing tools for images and videos
WhatsApp is planning to add two new drawing pencils (for a total of three pencils) to the built-in media editor.
WhatsApp is reportedly working on some new drawing tools for images and videos. While WhatsApp has long offered the ability to draw over media, it currently doesn’t let you change the size of the pencil. But that may change soon as new evidence in the latest WhatsApp beta app suggests that additional pencil options are in the works.
Telegram 8.3 lets you restrict message forwarding, makes it easier to delete older chats
Telegram 8.3 is here and it includes several new enhancements such as Protected Content, the ability to easily delete old chat history, and more.
After rolling out Telegram 8.2 just last week, Telegram is back again with a brand new update for its messaging service. Telegram 8.3 is here and it includes several new enhancements such as Protected Content, the ability to easily delete old chat history, global themes, a new option to post anonymously in public groups and more.
Signal's new monetization feature makes it easier to make donations
Signal runs entirely on donations and the new Signal Sustainer program will make it easier for users to make monetary contributions.
Signal, the privacy-focused instant messaging app that shot to popularity after WhatsApp’s controversial privacy policy change, is adding a new monetization feature into its app. Unlike its rival instant messaging services, Signal runs entirely on donations and this new feature will make it easier for users to make monetary contributions and support and sustain the donation model.
Telegram will soon let you schedule voice chats in channels
The latest Telegram release on the beta channel brings scheduling support for voice chats, a new Telegram Features link, and more.
In March this year, Telegram rolled out a significant update that added Voice Chat support in Channels. The feature also got a couple of additional upgrades that improved the Voice Chat experience. Telegram is now rolling out another update on the beta channel that enhances the feature even further.