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How to disable Telegram's "Contact joined Telegram" push notifications
If you have had enough of Telegram notifying you every time someone from your contact list joins Telegram, this guide is for you.
Telegram is, in my opinion, the best instant messaging app on the market right now, and has been for years. Many of the features other apps have added in recent years appeared first on Telegram, and the app continues to deliver new capabilities and a smooth and easy-to-use UI that just works nearly perfectly for messaging.
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's new mode improves performance and battery life for Android devices
Telegram's latest update brings a new Power Saving mode that gives Android users granular controls to optimize performance and battery life.
Telegram's known for its silky smooth interface, offering amazing visuals that elevate it above the experience of some of the best messaging apps out there. While this experience is optimized by the company, being tested on 200 Android devices, sometimes, it's good to be able to dial things back in order to further increase performance or better yet, improve battery life. In its latest update, that's exactly what Telegram did, giving users a new way to change the way the app looks and feels, with the ability to optimize performance for low to mid-range handsets, and even older Android devices.
Telegram's latest update delivers new tools that boost productivity and fun
Telegram delivers a new update, offering ten new features to increase productivity. Of course, there are plenty of new emojis too.
As we get February underway, Telegram has announced a new update, bringing a wealth of new features. The messaging app is starting off the new year with a splash, unveiling ten new "major" features, giving users more control with new tools for productivity and fun.
Telegram delivers one last update to close out the year, and it's chock full of new features
Telegram is delivering one last update to close out the year, bringing new chat features, enhanced privacy options, and more.
Telegram is considered one of the best messaging apps that you can download. While the app isn't our top pick, it certainly offers a wealth of features that allows to easily cement its place in our top ten. Perhaps the best thing about the app is that it frequently issues thoughtful updates, enhancing the user experience. Just when you thought you could get cozy and start messaging friends and family well wishes for the new year, Telegram has announced one last update for 2022.
Telegram leverages blockchain to implement no-SIM signups
You can purchase an anonymous phone number for as little as $16
Telegram is betting big on blockchain tech to introduce new features. The messaging app recently gave users the option to purchase rare usernames by holding an auction on a new platform based on the TON blockchain. Now, it's introducing another interesting blockchain-backed feature that lets you sign-up for the service without a SIM card.
Telegram is auctioning off rare usernames on the TON blockchain
The minimum auction value for four-character usernames is set at 10,000 Toncoins.
After launching a new ad-free Premium tier earlier this year, Telegram is now auctioning off rare usernames on the TON blockchain to generate more revenue. The messenger is hosting the auction through a new marketplace, where users can bid on rare usernames using Toncoins.
The last update to Telegram was a bit of a tumultuous one, thankfully, the new update arriving today is without any kind of issues and gives free account holders access to more reactions, along with infinite emojis for Premium subscribers, new UI updates for iOS and Android devices, new username links, and more.
Telegram might soon let you protect your account by linking it to your email
Telegram is reportedly working on a new feature that will let users secure their account by linking it to their email ID. Read on to learn more.
Telegram is reportedly working on a new way to help users protect their accounts. The upcoming feature will let you link your account to an email ID, and Telegram will use it for verification every time you log in from a new device.
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 update stalled due to weeks-long Apple "review process"
CEO Pavel Durov took to the internet to call out Apple for apparently putting a Telegram app update in limbo with its vague "review process."
Apparently, Apple's App Store is holding an app hostage. The word "hostage" might be a bit much, but it looks like Apple could be preventing a new update from releasing, according to Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. Durov posted to his Telegram, complaining that an update for the app was failing to get pushed to users because it was stuck in a "review process."
Telegram launches a $5 Premium tier for custom icons, no ads, and more
Telegram Premium is now available for $4.99 per month. It removes ads, unlocks exclusive reactions, introduces custom icons, and more.
We've been hearing about Telegram Premium for a long while. The wait is finally over now. Telegram has just released version 8.8 on the Apple App Store -- allowing users to unleash Telegram's full potential for $4.99 per month. Existing features remain free, expectedly. However, those wanting to get their hands on some tempting new additions will have to pay a monthly fee now.
Telegram reportedly released user data to German authorities
According to a new report, Telegram has released users personal data to the Federal Criminal Police Office of Germany.
Again, there is only speculation as to how the Federal Criminal Police Office of Germany was able to obtain the data requested, since there is no official word from Telegram about the reported event. But if this event makes you uneasy, you can check out other messaging alternatives.
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.
Telegram update brings support for custom notification sounds and mute durations, new bot development tools, and more!
The latest Telegram update (v8.7.0) brings support for custom notification sounds, custom mute durations, new bot development tools, and more!
After receiving a new download manager and attachment menu last month, Telegram is now getting a bunch of new features with its latest update. The update has already started rolling out to users globally, and it brings support for custom notification sounds, custom mute durations, a new auto-delete menu in profiles, replies in forwarded messages, and more! Here's a quick look at everything new in the latest Telegram update.
Telegram update introduces a download manager, a redesigned attachment menu, and more
The latest Telegram update across iOS, Android, and desktops comes packed with new features, including a download manager.
Telegram is one of the best instant messaging (IM) apps available out there. It's fast, feature-rich, and actively developed. The company rolls out major updates very frequently -- when compared to rivaling apps, such as WhatsApp. Despite the former company having fewer resources than the latter, it still successfully delivers a smooth experience that tempts you to keep on using the app. In the latest Telegram update, there's a new download manager for media, a redesigned attachment menu, a semi-transparent interface on Android, and much more.
Telegram introduces video stickers, improved reactions, and more
Telegram version 8.5 introduces video stickers, improved message reactions, bug fixes, and more. It's now available on iOS and Android.
When it comes to messaging apps, Telegram is one of the most actively-developed platforms. The company frequently issues new updates, bringing innovative features, implementing fresh APIs, and much more. The latest version of the app (8.5) is now available for iOS and Android users. This Telegram update introduces video stickers, improves message reactions, fixes bugs, and more.
Telegram 8.4 adds message reactions, spoiler formatting, message translations, and more
Telegram 8.4 has added message reactions, spoiler formatting, message translations, and more. Read all about it here to see what's new.
Telegram is one of the best messaging services around, and it adds new features and options at an incredible rate. The service added new media improvements and iOS updates last month, and more recently restricted message forwarding and made it easier to delete older chats. Now another update is rolling out with even more features. Telegram latest update, version 8.4, adds message reactions, spoiler tags, message translations, and more.
Telegram tests new feature to help you avoid spoilers
Telegram is working on a feature that pixelates messages when marked as spoiler. This addition is still under development and not live yet.
Telegram is a popular instant messaging (IM) app and one of WhatsApp's biggest rivals. The company actively develops new features that are usually original and innovative. This always makes Telegram enthusiasts wonder why WhatsApp is still a more popular service, despite not receiving as many new features. The latest addition to the feature-rich IM could be spoiler alerts. The company is developing a new text formatting option to mark a certain message as a spoiler.
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.