Telegram Update: Telegram adds video messages in Stories, voice transcription and other features

Popular messaging app Telegram has rolled out a significant update, introducing a slew of new features designed to enhance user experience and facilitate channel discovery. In a blog post, Telegram listed out all the new features coming to iOS and Android users. “This update is already available for all iOS users and for everyone who downloaded Telegram for Android,” said the company.The Google Play version is being reviewed by the store and will become available later. These are some of the new features:

Similar Channels

To help users discover content that aligns with their interests, Telegram now suggests similar channels when they join a channel. These suggestions are based on similarities in subscriber bases, ensuring that users are presented with channels that are relevant to their preferences.

Repost Stories

Users can now repost stories from friends and channels, adding their own text, emojis, and drawings to personalise the shared content. This feature adds a layer of engagement and interaction within the Stories ecosystem.

Video Messages in Stories

Similar to TikTok’s Duet feature, Telegram now allows users to record and add video messages to reposted stories. This feature encourages creativity and adds a dynamic element to story sharing.

Custom Profile Colours and Wallpapers

Premium subscribers can now customise their profile colours and wallpapers for both individuals and groups. This feature allows users to express their individuality and enhance the visual appeal of their profiles.

Custom Reactions for Channels

Channel administrators can now select a set of customised emojis for their channel’s reactions. This feature provides a more personalised and engaging way for subscribers to interact with channel content.

Voice Transcription

Voice-to-text functionality is now available to all users, previously exclusive to Premium subscribers. This feature improves accessibility and convenience for users who prefer or need to communicate via voice messages.

Story Stats for Channels

Channel administrators can now access detailed statistics for their stories, including views, reactions, and forwards. This data provides valuable insights into audience engagement and content performance.