Highlights
- Saved Messages 2.0 introduces a sophisticated storage and organization system.
- One-time voice and video messages bolster user privacy.
- Detailed read receipts now available in private chats.
- Exclusive Telegram Premium features enhance customization and control.
Telegram’s latest update has introduced a plethora of new features that significantly enhance user experience, streamline organization, and bolster privacy.
Among the standout updates are the revamped Saved Messages 2.0, the introduction of one-time voice and video messages, and advanced read receipts. Here’s what you need to know
Availability and Future Directions
Available now on Android and iOS, this update marks another step forward in Telegram’s journey to provide a comprehensive, secure, and user-centric communication platform.
With version 10.6.3 or later, Telegram continues to innovate, ensuring that its users enjoy a seamless and enriched messaging experience.
Revolutionising Note-Taking and Storage with Saved Messages 2.0
Telegram’s Saved Messages feature has received a substantial upgrade, transforming it into a powerful tool for storing links, media, and bookmarks.
This enhanced version allows users to organize their saved content by chat, apply tags for better categorization, and access it all through a newly introduced ‘Saved’ tab within the Shared Media section.
View Saved Messages by Chat and Enhanced Tagging
Adding to the utility of Saved Messages 2.0, Telegram has implemented a ‘View as Chats’ mode.
This feature enables users to view a list of private chats, groups, and channels from which messages have been saved, with the option to pin preferred chats for quick access.
Furthermore, premium users benefit from the ability to add multiple tags based on emojis to their saved messages.
One-Time Voice and Video Messages for Enhanced Privacy
In a move to bolster privacy and control over shared content, Telegram now offers a View-Once setting for voice and video messages.
This feature ensures that such messages can only be played a single time before they are automatically deleted.
Pause and Resume Recording Plus Read Time in Private Chats
Improvements to voice and video messaging continue with the ability to pause and resume recording, eliminating the inconvenience of sending multiple messages.
Additionally, Telegram has introduced read time information for private chats, allowing users to see the exact time their messages were read, with privacy settings aligned with the Last Seen status.
Exclusive Features for Telegram Premium Users
Telegram Premium users receive several exclusive updates, including the ability to hide their last seen and read times while still viewing those of others, and customize who can send them messages.
Upgraded Search
Search functionality in all chats has been improved, making it easier to navigate search results and view them as a compact list.
One-Way Last Seen and Read Times
Telegram Premium users can hide their last seen and read times while still viewing those of others.
This feature is customizable and allows for greater privacy control.
Private Message Permissions
Premium users can choose who can send them messages, selecting from ‘Everyone’ or ‘My Contacts and Premium Users.’
Faster Loading Time and High-Quality Stories
Video stories now load four times faster, and Premium users can view them in higher quality. All users can control playback speed in video stories.
New Design for Shared Contacts
Messages with shared contacts now display better, reflecting the chosen color and emoji icons in Appearance Settings.
Improved Video Messages on iOS
Video message recording on iOS has been enhanced for clearer quality, quicker camera switching, and reduced camera shake.
FAQs
What is Saved Messages 2.0 on Telegram?
Saved Messages 2.0 is an upgraded feature that allows Telegram users to efficiently store links, media, and bookmarks, organize them by chat or tags, and easily access them through a new ‘Saved’ tab.
How do one-time voice and video messages work?
Telegram’s one-time voice and video messages can be played only once before they are automatically deleted, providing an added layer of privacy for sensitive communications.
Can I see when my message was read in Telegram?
Yes, Telegram has introduced detailed read receipts in private chats, enabling users to see the exact time their messages were read, with privacy tailored based on Last Seen status.
What new features are available for Telegram Premium users?
Telegram Premium users now enjoy features like hiding last seen and read times, selecting who can send them messages, faster video story loading, and enhanced video message quality.
How has Telegram improved search functionality?
The update has improved search functionality across all chats, offering a more streamlined experience when navigating search results and viewing them in a compact list.
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