Reselling Collectible Gifts
Users of Telegram Beta for Android 11.11.0 (5922) now can list their unique gifts for sale. To do this, simply open one of your collectible gifts, tap the “Resell” button, and set your desired price.
When you list a gift, other users will be able to see it and purchase it at the price you've set. You'll receive 80% of the sale price, with the remaining 20% going to Telegram as a fee.
To remove a gift from sale, open it and tap the “Unlist” button.
Currently, this feature is only operational on the test server.
#Android #gifts
Users of Telegram Beta for Android 11.11.0 (5922) now can list their unique gifts for sale. To do this, simply open one of your collectible gifts, tap the “Resell” button, and set your desired price.
When you list a gift, other users will be able to see it and purchase it at the price you've set. You'll receive 80% of the sale price, with the remaining 20% going to Telegram as a fee.
To remove a gift from sale, open it and tap the “Unlist” button.
Currently, this feature is only operational on the test server.
#Android #gifts
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Telegram for Android and iOS Updated to Version 11.11.0
Telegram's second major update in May brought the following features to users:
Marketplace for Collectible Gifts
• Safe Trading: Users can buy and sell unique gifts for Telegram Stars through the built-in marketplace.
• Filters: Search for specific models, backdrops, or symbols to collect.
• Resale System: The ability to put collectible gifts up for sale by setting the own price.
Publication of Multiple Stories
• Group Upload: Select and share multiple photos or videos at once.
• Auto Split: Long videos (more than 60 seconds) are automatically split into a series of stories.
• Easy Editing: Optimized interface for working with multiple content.
Auto Translation for Channels
• Global Audience: Channel owners can enable automatic translation for all users.
• Personalization: Followers see messages in their own preferred language.
• Expanded Reach: Content is made available to an international audience without additional effort.
Easier Access to Functions
• Reduced Requirements: Reduced the number of boosts required to unlock additional channel features.
• Feature Availability: Features that require a high channel level are now more accessible to channel owners.
How to Update
• Android: Download from Google Play, APK from the official website, or the verified channel.
• iOS: Download from the App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
Telegram's second major update in May brought the following features to users:
Marketplace for Collectible Gifts
• Safe Trading: Users can buy and sell unique gifts for Telegram Stars through the built-in marketplace.
• Filters: Search for specific models, backdrops, or symbols to collect.
• Resale System: The ability to put collectible gifts up for sale by setting the own price.
Publication of Multiple Stories
• Group Upload: Select and share multiple photos or videos at once.
• Auto Split: Long videos (more than 60 seconds) are automatically split into a series of stories.
• Easy Editing: Optimized interface for working with multiple content.
Auto Translation for Channels
• Global Audience: Channel owners can enable automatic translation for all users.
• Personalization: Followers see messages in their own preferred language.
• Expanded Reach: Content is made available to an international audience without additional effort.
Easier Access to Functions
• Reduced Requirements: Reduced the number of boosts required to unlock additional channel features.
• Feature Availability: Features that require a high channel level are now more accessible to channel owners.
How to Update
• Android: Download from Google Play, APK from the official website, or the verified channel.
• iOS: Download from the App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
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Telegram for Android and iOS Updated to Version 11.12
The latest Telegram update brings users the following features:
Direct Messages to Channels
• Channel admins with Change Channel Info permission can enable the ability to receive messages from users and set a fee per message: from free to 10,000 stars.
• When a user sends a message, a "Messages" chat is created, resembling a forum. Channel administrators with the "Post Messages" permission can respond to user messages.
• Communication takes place without revealing the contact details of the channel administration.
Ability to Trim Voice Messages
• Users can trim a voice message before sending it. To do this, they need to pause the recording, after which trimming functions for both the beginning and end become available.
• After trimming, users can continue recording the voice message, edit it again if necessary, and then send it.
Forum Topics as Tabs
• Forum owners can customize the way topics are displayed. Two modes are available: "Tabs" and "List."
• The setting affects the forum’s appearance for all participants.
High-Quality Photos
• When sending an image, users can choose the quality in which the photo will be sent. Two options are available: HD and SD.
• Image quality is preserved when forwarding media files.
Sending Media Files to Stories on iOS
• iOS users can now send photos and videos from other apps directly to the Telegram Stories editor via the "Share" button.
• This simplifies publishing, for example, old photos from the gallery—making them accessible without switching between apps.
12 Answer Options in Polls
• The maximum number of answer options in polls has been increased from 10 to 12.
• Users now have the ability to create polls in "Saved Messages" to forward them to other chats later.
Official blog post from Telegram: https://telegram.org/blog/direct-to-channel-trim-voice-and-more
How to Update
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or verified channel.
• iOS: App Store.
#Update #Android #iOS
The latest Telegram update brings users the following features:
Direct Messages to Channels
• Channel admins with Change Channel Info permission can enable the ability to receive messages from users and set a fee per message: from free to 10,000 stars.
• When a user sends a message, a "Messages" chat is created, resembling a forum. Channel administrators with the "Post Messages" permission can respond to user messages.
• Communication takes place without revealing the contact details of the channel administration.
Ability to Trim Voice Messages
• Users can trim a voice message before sending it. To do this, they need to pause the recording, after which trimming functions for both the beginning and end become available.
• After trimming, users can continue recording the voice message, edit it again if necessary, and then send it.
Forum Topics as Tabs
• Forum owners can customize the way topics are displayed. Two modes are available: "Tabs" and "List."
• The setting affects the forum’s appearance for all participants.
High-Quality Photos
• When sending an image, users can choose the quality in which the photo will be sent. Two options are available: HD and SD.
• Image quality is preserved when forwarding media files.
Sending Media Files to Stories on iOS
• iOS users can now send photos and videos from other apps directly to the Telegram Stories editor via the "Share" button.
• This simplifies publishing, for example, old photos from the gallery—making them accessible without switching between apps.
12 Answer Options in Polls
• The maximum number of answer options in polls has been increased from 10 to 12.
• Users now have the ability to create polls in "Saved Messages" to forward them to other chats later.
Official blog post from Telegram: https://telegram.org/blog/direct-to-channel-trim-voice-and-more
How to Update
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or verified channel.
• iOS: App Store.
#Update #Android #iOS
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Telegram for Android and iOS Updated to Version 11.13
Checklists for Tracking Tasks
• Collaborative management: Telegram Premium users can create checklists in any chat to organize teams or personal goals.
• Granular permissions settings: Ability to control who can mark tasks as done or add new tasks.
• Easy to create: Available in the attachment menu in chats, groups, and Saved Messages.
Suggest Posts in Channels
• User content: Subscribers to Telegram channels can submit content for publishing through an automated interface.
• Transparent process: Channel administrators can suggest edits to the text or media or change the cost of a post before it is accepted.
• Post scheduling: The ability to publish an approved post immediately or schedule it for a specific time.
Monetization for Channel Owners
• Payment options: Reward for publication in Toncoin or Telegram Stars internal currency.
• Secure payments: The channel owner receives payment 24 hours after the post is published.
• Anti-fraud protection: Automatic refunds when a post is deleted within 24 hours, enhanced payment security in Toncoin.
Article: https://telegram.org/blog/checklists-suggested-posts/
How to Update
• Android: Download from Google Play, APK from the official website, or the verified channel.
• iOS: Download from the App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
Checklists for Tracking Tasks
• Collaborative management: Telegram Premium users can create checklists in any chat to organize teams or personal goals.
• Granular permissions settings: Ability to control who can mark tasks as done or add new tasks.
• Easy to create: Available in the attachment menu in chats, groups, and Saved Messages.
Suggest Posts in Channels
• User content: Subscribers to Telegram channels can submit content for publishing through an automated interface.
• Transparent process: Channel administrators can suggest edits to the text or media or change the cost of a post before it is accepted.
• Post scheduling: The ability to publish an approved post immediately or schedule it for a specific time.
Monetization for Channel Owners
• Payment options: Reward for publication in Toncoin or Telegram Stars internal currency.
• Secure payments: The channel owner receives payment 24 hours after the post is published.
• Anti-fraud protection: Automatic refunds when a post is deleted within 24 hours, enhanced payment security in Toncoin.
Article: https://telegram.org/blog/checklists-suggested-posts/
How to Update
• Android: Download from Google Play, APK from the official website, or the verified channel.
• iOS: Download from the App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
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Telegram Improves Gift Sending System
In the source code of Telegram Beta version, strings have been discovered indicating several new features being developed by the messenger's team:
• Improvements for organizing gifts
Users now have access to a system for organizing gifts into collections, with the ability to add and manage them. There are also mentions of limits on sending certain gifts.
• Premium gifts
Some gifts will be available exclusively to Telegram Premium subscribers.
• Limit on gifts per user
The source code contains mentions of restrictions on the number of gifts that can be sent to a single user. Different gifts will have individual limits.
• Profile level
References to a "profile level" have been found in the code, which depends on the number of stars spent.
• Age verification
According to the discovered strings, this is a requirement of UK legislation, and Telegram emphasizes that photos used for age verification will not be stored on their servers.
• Flexible subscription options
A string has been found indicating the introduction of Premium subscriptions different from the standard monthly and annual plans, such as a 2-year option.
There were also removed strings related to local translation models.
It's important to note that currently only mentions of these features have been discovered in Telegram's code, and they haven't been officially announced yet, so the final versions of these functions may undergo some changes.
#Android #gifts #premium
In the source code of Telegram Beta version, strings have been discovered indicating several new features being developed by the messenger's team:
• Improvements for organizing gifts
Users now have access to a system for organizing gifts into collections, with the ability to add and manage them. There are also mentions of limits on sending certain gifts.
• Premium gifts
Some gifts will be available exclusively to Telegram Premium subscribers.
• Limit on gifts per user
The source code contains mentions of restrictions on the number of gifts that can be sent to a single user. Different gifts will have individual limits.
• Profile level
References to a "profile level" have been found in the code, which depends on the number of stars spent.
• Age verification
According to the discovered strings, this is a requirement of UK legislation, and Telegram emphasizes that photos used for age verification will not be stored on their servers.
• Flexible subscription options
A string has been found indicating the introduction of Premium subscriptions different from the standard monthly and annual plans, such as a 2-year option.
There were also removed strings related to local translation models.
It's important to note that currently only mentions of these features have been discovered in Telegram's code, and they haven't been officially announced yet, so the final versions of these functions may undergo some changes.
#Android #gifts #premium
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Gift Collections
In the update of Telegram for Android and iOS version 11.13.3, collections for personal gifts have become available.
This feature allows users to organize their owned gifts into separate themed sets or folders.
Key details:
• Collection names can be up to 12 characters long.
• Users can create up to 9 different collections.
• A single gift can be added to multiple collections at once.
• Other users will be able to view your collections — unless a gift is hidden in your profile settings.
You can create and browse gift collections via “My Profile” > “Gifts” in the menu.
According to strings found in the app’s source code, users may eventually be able to share links to specific collections.
#Android #iOS
In the update of Telegram for Android and iOS version 11.13.3, collections for personal gifts have become available.
This feature allows users to organize their owned gifts into separate themed sets or folders.
Key details:
• Collection names can be up to 12 characters long.
• Users can create up to 9 different collections.
• A single gift can be added to multiple collections at once.
• Other users will be able to view your collections — unless a gift is hidden in your profile settings.
You can create and browse gift collections via “My Profile” > “Gifts” in the menu.
According to strings found in the app’s source code, users may eventually be able to share links to specific collections.
#Android #iOS
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Telegram for Android and iOS Updated to Version 11.14
In the new version of the app, users now have access to the following features:
Profile Rating
• Telegram has started displaying a rating badge in user profiles.
• The number on this badge depends on the total volume of successful transactions using Telegram Stars.
• Your rating increases through buying gifts, sending paid messages and star reactions to posts, and paying to promote posts.
• If you get a refund for Stars or convert gifts back into Stars, your rating will decrease.
• The badge does not appear if the user has 0 points.
• The score can be negative.
• You can't hide your spending rating — it's visible to all users.
Public Post Search
• A new “Posts” tab has appeared in the search section, showing keyword search results across all public channels.
• Global public post search is available only to Telegram Premium users.
• Even for subscribers, the number of such searches is limited: you can use global search only 10 times a day.
• For an additional fee of 10 Telegram Stars, you can send one more search request.
Story Albums
• You can now group your stories into story albums within your profile.
• You can create up to 20 such albums.
• To add stories to an album, open the “Posts” tab in your profile or channel profile and tap “Add Album”.
• Before publishing a story, users can choose which albums to include it in.
Gift Collections
• Gifts on your profile or channel can now be added to collections.
• You can create up to 10 such collections. Any gift can belong to multiple collections.
• Additionally, collections support filtering options for easier viewing.
• To add gifts to a collection, go to the “Gifts” tab in your profile or channel profile, select a gift, and tap “Add to Collection”.
Other Updates:
• New types of gifts exclusive to Premium users will be introduced soon. Each user will be able to purchase only a limited quantity of these.
• You can now create and manage new or existing bots through the new @BotFather's mini app.
• Collectible gifts can now be sold for TON in Telegram’s internal marketplace.
Article: telegram.org/blog/post-search-story-albums-and-more/
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel.
• iOS: App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
In the new version of the app, users now have access to the following features:
Profile Rating
• Telegram has started displaying a rating badge in user profiles.
• The number on this badge depends on the total volume of successful transactions using Telegram Stars.
• Your rating increases through buying gifts, sending paid messages and star reactions to posts, and paying to promote posts.
• If you get a refund for Stars or convert gifts back into Stars, your rating will decrease.
• The badge does not appear if the user has 0 points.
• The score can be negative.
• You can't hide your spending rating — it's visible to all users.
Public Post Search
• A new “Posts” tab has appeared in the search section, showing keyword search results across all public channels.
• Global public post search is available only to Telegram Premium users.
• Even for subscribers, the number of such searches is limited: you can use global search only 10 times a day.
• For an additional fee of 10 Telegram Stars, you can send one more search request.
Story Albums
• You can now group your stories into story albums within your profile.
• You can create up to 20 such albums.
• To add stories to an album, open the “Posts” tab in your profile or channel profile and tap “Add Album”.
• Before publishing a story, users can choose which albums to include it in.
Gift Collections
• Gifts on your profile or channel can now be added to collections.
• You can create up to 10 such collections. Any gift can belong to multiple collections.
• Additionally, collections support filtering options for easier viewing.
• To add gifts to a collection, go to the “Gifts” tab in your profile or channel profile, select a gift, and tap “Add to Collection”.
Other Updates:
• New types of gifts exclusive to Premium users will be introduced soon. Each user will be able to purchase only a limited quantity of these.
• You can now create and manage new or existing bots through the new @BotFather's mini app.
• Collectible gifts can now be sold for TON in Telegram’s internal marketplace.
Article: telegram.org/blog/post-search-story-albums-and-more/
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel.
• iOS: App Store.
#update #Android #iOS
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Telegram for Android Updated to Version 12.0
Here are the details about the main new features of this update:
• Updated profile screen: The Android app received a revamped appearance for user, group, bot, and channel profiles. The new screens visually resemble the design of the Telegram iOS client.
• Music in profile: You can add songs from any chats directly to your profile with one tap in the built-in player. After adding to the profile, the tracks will appear in a panel under your profile picture. Any audio files added to a public playlist are visible to everyone who views your profile.
• Main profile tab: You can now choose which tab will be displayed first when someone opens your profile. The setting is also available for groups and channels where you have admin rights to change their profile info.
• Gift-based themes: Dozens of new dynamic chat wallpapers based on unique gifts have been added, which can be set as a custom theme in any private chat. However, at the moment such wallpapers are not available for all collectible gifts.
Other changes:
• Introduced the mini-app of the official bot @Stickers;
• Ability to upgrade other users' gifts;
• Ability to see the value of a collectible gift;
• Implemented TON withdrawal from a personal account via Fragment.
Article: telegram.org/blog/profile-music-gift-themes/
How to Update
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official site or the verified channel.
#update #Android
Here are the details about the main new features of this update:
• Updated profile screen: The Android app received a revamped appearance for user, group, bot, and channel profiles. The new screens visually resemble the design of the Telegram iOS client.
• Music in profile: You can add songs from any chats directly to your profile with one tap in the built-in player. After adding to the profile, the tracks will appear in a panel under your profile picture. Any audio files added to a public playlist are visible to everyone who views your profile.
• Main profile tab: You can now choose which tab will be displayed first when someone opens your profile. The setting is also available for groups and channels where you have admin rights to change their profile info.
• Gift-based themes: Dozens of new dynamic chat wallpapers based on unique gifts have been added, which can be set as a custom theme in any private chat. However, at the moment such wallpapers are not available for all collectible gifts.
Other changes:
• Introduced the mini-app of the official bot @Stickers;
• Ability to upgrade other users' gifts;
• Ability to see the value of a collectible gift;
• Implemented TON withdrawal from a personal account via Fragment.
Article: telegram.org/blog/profile-music-gift-themes/
How to Update
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official site or the verified channel.
#update #Android
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Telegram For Android And iOS Updated to Version 12.1
Here’s what’s new in the October update:
• Comments in group calls:
Participants in video chats (up to 1000 members) and group calls can now send comments and reactions directly in the call interface. These messages are temporary and disappear a few seconds after being sent.
• New profile color settings:
Starting today, in addition to standard color schemes, you can use your collectible gifts to uniquely style your profile cover and replies. Available to Premium users only.
• Contact notes:
When adding or editing a contact, you can leave a text note visible only to you in the user’s profile under the “About” section.
• Liquid Glass design on iOS 26:
Telegram’s interface has been updated with the Liquid Glass concept. This version introduces transparent elements with soft light refraction effects during scrolling. The design will continue evolving gradually.
• Topics and real-time response rendering in AI bots:
Bots now support chat topic separation. They can also display responses in real time without waiting for full generation.
Other additions:
• Ability to suggest a birth date
• Ability to remove a gift signature
• Option to display TON blockchain gifts in your profile
• Numerous UI improvements for gifts
• Official mini-app for suggestions and bug reports introduced
Article: telegram.org/blog/comments-in-video-chats-threads-for-bots
Download the update:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
Here’s what’s new in the October update:
• Comments in group calls:
Participants in video chats (up to 1000 members) and group calls can now send comments and reactions directly in the call interface. These messages are temporary and disappear a few seconds after being sent.
• New profile color settings:
Starting today, in addition to standard color schemes, you can use your collectible gifts to uniquely style your profile cover and replies. Available to Premium users only.
• Contact notes:
When adding or editing a contact, you can leave a text note visible only to you in the user’s profile under the “About” section.
• Liquid Glass design on iOS 26:
Telegram’s interface has been updated with the Liquid Glass concept. This version introduces transparent elements with soft light refraction effects during scrolling. The design will continue evolving gradually.
• Topics and real-time response rendering in AI bots:
Bots now support chat topic separation. They can also display responses in real time without waiting for full generation.
Other additions:
• Ability to suggest a birth date
• Ability to remove a gift signature
• Option to display TON blockchain gifts in your profile
• Numerous UI improvements for gifts
• Official mini-app for suggestions and bug reports introduced
Article: telegram.org/blog/comments-in-video-chats-threads-for-bots
Download the update:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
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Telegram X Has Been Updated to Version 0.28.1.1771
What’s new:
• App now fits entire screen on Android 11 and higher
• Full-screen media viewer
• View in Thread in replies message menu
• System navigation gestures support
• Option to use iris or face biometrics as Passcode Lock
• Resolved an issue that could prevent logging in
• Improved stability and performance
• Other features and changes
Download via Google Play or directly from the official channel @tgx_log
Worth noting: This is the first stable update in about a year and a half.
#android #telegramX #update
What’s new:
• App now fits entire screen on Android 11 and higher
• Full-screen media viewer
• View in Thread in replies message menu
• System navigation gestures support
• Option to use iris or face biometrics as Passcode Lock
• Resolved an issue that could prevent logging in
• Improved stability and performance
• Other features and changes
Download via Google Play or directly from the official channel @tgx_log
Worth noting: This is the first stable update in about a year and a half.
#android #telegramX #update
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Telegram for Android And iOS Updated to Version 12.2
Here’s what’s new in the big November update:
• Live broadcasts in Stories:
In the Stories section, under the “Live” tab, you can now start a live stream either personally or on behalf of a channel. During such streams, users can leave short comments and pin them using stars. The broadcaster can stream via their device’s camera or through external applications.
• Recurring messages:
When scheduling a delayed message, users can now specify how often it should be sent: daily, weekly, every two weeks, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
• Auction for gifts:
A new mechanic distributes limited gifts among users who place the highest bids in stars. If your bid is outbid and drops from the top, it is automatically carried over to the next round. If the bid loses in the final round, all spent stars are fully refunded.
• Redesigned panels on Android:
The new “Liquid Glass” design is now applied to interface elements such as the message input field, button panels in bots and channels, and the menu for commands and hashtags. The glass effect can be disabled under Settings > Power Saving > Chat Animations.
Other additions:
• Privacy settings for music saved in profile
• Ability to add a new contact by scanning a QR code
• Checkbox for synchronizing saved Telegram contacts with the device’s phonebook
• Option to block receiving gifts from channels in privacy settings
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
Here’s what’s new in the big November update:
• Live broadcasts in Stories:
In the Stories section, under the “Live” tab, you can now start a live stream either personally or on behalf of a channel. During such streams, users can leave short comments and pin them using stars. The broadcaster can stream via their device’s camera or through external applications.
• Recurring messages:
When scheduling a delayed message, users can now specify how often it should be sent: daily, weekly, every two weeks, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
• Auction for gifts:
A new mechanic distributes limited gifts among users who place the highest bids in stars. If your bid is outbid and drops from the top, it is automatically carried over to the next round. If the bid loses in the final round, all spent stars are fully refunded.
• Redesigned panels on Android:
The new “Liquid Glass” design is now applied to interface elements such as the message input field, button panels in bots and channels, and the menu for commands and hashtags. The glass effect can be disabled under Settings > Power Saving > Chat Animations.
Other additions:
• Privacy settings for music saved in profile
• Ability to add a new contact by scanning a QR code
• Checkbox for synchronizing saved Telegram contacts with the device’s phonebook
• Option to block receiving gifts from channels in privacy settings
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
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Log in to Telegram via Passkeys Without Codes or Phone Numbers
In the future, Telegram plans to introduce authentication via Passkeys. The first signs of this feature have appeared in the Beta version of Telegram for Android 12.2.8.
The key advantage of Passkeys is the ability to log into your account without entering a phone number or a one-time code. This distinguishes it from logging in via email or Google / Apple ID, which serve merely as alternatives to receiving an SMS code.
A “log in using passkey” button has appeared on the app's login screen. Tapping it launches your password manager, which verifies your identity using Face ID, fingerprint, or your screen lock PIN. From it, the messenger receives your signature, which functions as your login, password, and one-time confirmation code all simultaneously.
Much like email login, this new feature will need to be pre-configured in Telegram’s security settings. The key will be saved on the phone where it was created, but it can be synced with other devices via Google Password Manager, iCloud Passwords, or other applications.
Why is this important?
• Reduced reliance on SMS: This makes logging in possible even if you don’t have active sessions and your mobile operator is blocking SMS messages from Telegram.
• Security: The Passkey is stored in a secure enclave of your password manager—it cannot be intercepted or entered on a phishing site.
• Speed: Login is performed with a single touch via biometrics (face or fingerprint). When you switch phones, the Passkey automatically syncs via your password manager using your Google account or Apple ID.
The feature is currently under development and is not yet fully functional. Stay tuned for news about Telegram Beta versions on our Beta Info channel.
#Android #beta #security
In the future, Telegram plans to introduce authentication via Passkeys. The first signs of this feature have appeared in the Beta version of Telegram for Android 12.2.8.
The key advantage of Passkeys is the ability to log into your account without entering a phone number or a one-time code. This distinguishes it from logging in via email or Google / Apple ID, which serve merely as alternatives to receiving an SMS code.
A “log in using passkey” button has appeared on the app's login screen. Tapping it launches your password manager, which verifies your identity using Face ID, fingerprint, or your screen lock PIN. From it, the messenger receives your signature, which functions as your login, password, and one-time confirmation code all simultaneously.
Much like email login, this new feature will need to be pre-configured in Telegram’s security settings. The key will be saved on the phone where it was created, but it can be synced with other devices via Google Password Manager, iCloud Passwords, or other applications.
Why is this important?
• Reduced reliance on SMS: This makes logging in possible even if you don’t have active sessions and your mobile operator is blocking SMS messages from Telegram.
• Security: The Passkey is stored in a secure enclave of your password manager—it cannot be intercepted or entered on a phishing site.
• Speed: Login is performed with a single touch via biometrics (face or fingerprint). When you switch phones, the Passkey automatically syncs via your password manager using your Google account or Apple ID.
The feature is currently under development and is not yet fully functional. Stay tuned for news about Telegram Beta versions on our Beta Info channel.
#Android #beta #security
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Passkeys, Gift Purchase Offers and More
Telegram for Android has been updated to version 12.2.10, and Telegram for iOS to version 12.2.4. Here is what is new in this release:
• Passkeys: You can now create a Passkey on your device. It allows you to instantly log in to Telegram using a PIN or biometric data (fingerprint or Face ID). This makes signing in accessible even when you have no active sessions, no cellular service, or when SMS delivery from Telegram is blocked by carriers.
• Gift Purchase Offers: When viewing gifts in a user's profile, you can now offer to buy a gift you like from the owner, but for no less than 125 Stars or 1.1 TON. You set the price and duration of the offer yourself, and the amount is reserved for the validity period of the offer.
• Extended Audio Selection in Stories: Now, when creating a story, you can use music from your Saved Music playlist, as well as from recently sent audio files in your chats.
Other additions:
• View all attributes of collectible gifts.
• Channel settings now allow restricting which administrators can ban users.
• Note: the extended Liquid Glass redesign from the Beta version is not active in this release.
Blog: telegram.org/blog/passkeys-and-gift-offers
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
Telegram for Android has been updated to version 12.2.10, and Telegram for iOS to version 12.2.4. Here is what is new in this release:
• Passkeys: You can now create a Passkey on your device. It allows you to instantly log in to Telegram using a PIN or biometric data (fingerprint or Face ID). This makes signing in accessible even when you have no active sessions, no cellular service, or when SMS delivery from Telegram is blocked by carriers.
The @tginfo team has prepared a detailed guide and FAQ regarding the Passkeys feature. We've also developed troubleshooting steps for common problems with Passkeys on Android.
• Gift Purchase Offers: When viewing gifts in a user's profile, you can now offer to buy a gift you like from the owner, but for no less than 125 Stars or 1.1 TON. You set the price and duration of the offer yourself, and the amount is reserved for the validity period of the offer.
• Extended Audio Selection in Stories: Now, when creating a story, you can use music from your Saved Music playlist, as well as from recently sent audio files in your chats.
Other additions:
• View all attributes of collectible gifts.
• Channel settings now allow restricting which administrators can ban users.
• Note: the extended Liquid Glass redesign from the Beta version is not active in this release.
Blog: telegram.org/blog/passkeys-and-gift-offers
Download:
• Android: Google Play, APK from the official website or the verified channel
• iOS: App Store
#update #Android #iOS
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