Telegram, the popular instant messaging application, has been updated once again. In its ongoing competition with WhatsApp in the Western instant messaging segment, the platform has introduced a range of new features for the benefit of all its users.
Among these improvements, there is a redesigned reply interface, the ability to adjust the size of sent links, and premium user functions such as the option to assign colored names, among other things. Let’s go through them one by one!
The changes coming to Telegram
Telegram has been updated with numerous novelties that enhance the users’ quality of life. These changes have been made by tweaking various aspects, taking into account the feedback received and prioritizing the interests of people when using Telegram. Here are the changes that have been implemented:
- Link Customization: When sending a link via Telegram, you now have the option to resize the link, reducing the amount of displayed text, the size of the image, and even the main image that appears if there are multiple images within the link.
- Reply Modifications: You can now quote parts of a previous message to respond more precisely to a long message.
- Colored Names: Paying users can use colors in their names, adding an extra layer of personalization that might remind some users of Windows Messenger.
- Camera Improvements for Stories: Users will find an enhanced interface, and camera parameters will allow for recordings with better quality and brightness when uploading stories.
Its commercial battle against WhatsApp
In the Western world, Telegram is the instant messaging platform that takes the silver medal in terms of commercial success. Only surpassed by WhatsApp, it is constantly able to challenge them thanks to the creativity they have shown in adding functionalities. In fact, WhatsApp’s main defense against Telegram’s progress has often been to copy its newest and most popular features.
However, Telegram continues with a clear roadmap, positioning itself as an alternative messaging platform, adding more features, and proving once again that they are worthy competitors in the segment. This time, Telegram’s latest developments have been very interesting, but we will have to wait and see what surprises the application has in store for us in the future.
