Telegram's new features offer stiff competition to WhatsApp. Now you can directly message channel admins, navigate group topics in a tabbed interface, trim voice messages, and share photos in HD quality. These updates significantly enhance the chatting experience.
If you've considered WhatsApp the best chatting app, think again! Telegram's new v11.12.0 release revolutionizes the chatting world with impressive advanced features that surpass WhatsApp. Whether it's personal messaging, group management, or high-quality media sharing—Telegram has upgraded every aspect.
DM to Channels: Directly Message Channel Admins
This Telegram feature is a game-changer. You can now send direct messages (DMs) to any Telegram channel admin without sharing your phone number or personal details. This enables direct communication between channel subscribers and admins.
- How to DM: Go to any channel and tap the message bubble icon. Note that this is only possible if the channel admin has enabled this feature.
- Admin Convenience: Admins receive messages in a separate inbox, easily distinguishing them from other messages.
Furthermore, content creators or channel admins can now charge users for receiving messages—a highly useful feature for paid access or filtering.
Group Topics Now in Tabbed Layout
If you're part of a large group with daily discussions on various topics, this update is for you. Telegram now allows navigating group topics like tabs.
- User Experience: Access each topic with a single click via the top or sidebar. This simplifies searching through long message threads and subjects.
- How to Activate: Go to the group settings, enable the tab interface in the 'Topics' option, and view different conversations in an organized manner.
Voice Message Trimming: No More Worries About Speech Errors
Telegram has made voice messaging even more user-friendly. You can now edit or trim recorded voice messages. No need to re-record if you make a mistake.
- How to Trim: While recording a voice message, swipe upwards to lock it. A trim option will appear, allowing you to remove unwanted sections.
- Recording Control: Pause and resume recording options are available. This provides better control, especially for longer messages.
- Multiple Clips in One Message: You can add multiple clips to a single voice message using the microphone icon. This feature is currently unavailable in WhatsApp.
HD Photo Sharing: See True Photo Colors
Photo sharing is a significant part of digital communication. Telegram has enhanced this further. You can now share your photos in HD (High Definition) quality without significantly increasing the file size.
- Key Feature: HD mode offers four times better pixel detail than standard SD mode, yet the file size remains under 0.5 MB.
- How to Send HD Photos: When editing a photo, tap the SD/HD option and select HD. Alternatively, go to the attachment menu and choose 'Send in High Quality'.
- Why it's Better: While WhatsApp increases file size and loading time for HD photos, Telegram offers this feature in a compressed and smart way.
Why Telegram is Now WhatsApp's Biggest Competitor?
Telegram has always been known for its privacy and innovative features, but its new updates have made it a b alternative to WhatsApp, especially for users who prioritize channels, groups, and professional use over personal chatting.
Telegram advantages not found in WhatsApp:
- Communicating without sharing your number
- Improved management for large groups and channels
- Bot and automation support
- Built-in tools like message translation, polls, and quizzes
- More cloud storage and multi-device support
