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February 2023 update headed to Telegram brings fruitful changes
Telegram app is receiving the February 2023 update with a bundle of new features to provide a wonderful experience to users. You can identify the latest update via build version 9.4.0.
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The new update of Telegram brings 10 major features including a Profile picture maker, Translate entire chats, redesigned network usage, Auto-Save Incoming Media, new custom emoji, and more.
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If you’re using the Telegram app on your smartphone then download the latest update to enjoy the new features. Below you can check what’s new in February 2023 update in brief.
Telegram February 2023 Update
With the new update, Telegram gets a bunch of new features for all devices. You can check them below.
Profile Picture Maker
Users can now quickly turn any sticker or animated emoji into a profile picture for their accounts, groups, or channels. Everyone can use animated and custom emojis for these photos, even if they don’t have Telegram Premium.
Moreover, you can set or suggest profile pictures for your contacts – try editing a contact’s information on Telegram.
Translating Entire Chats
Users who have a Telegram Premium subscription can now translate entire chats, groups, and channels in real-time by tapping on the translation bar at the top. From the options menu, you can hide the bar and control which languages are translated.
However, all users can translate individual messages by selecting it and tapping on the Translate option.
Emoji Categories
Now you can sort stickers and emojis by categories (like heart, thumb, and more) in the panel. For a better look before sending, you can hold it to Zoom in. Telegram users can send over a million different stickers and emojis, but choosing the right one isn’t a full-time job.
Network Usage
With detailed pie charts for Wi-Fi and mobile data, you can see how much data is used by Telegram and also modify your auto-download settings to suit your data plan.
Auto Save Incoming Media
You can now control when media is automatically saved to your gallery based on its size, type, and whether it’s received from chats. This menu now also supports exceptions, so you can save only what you want.
You do not need to download everything on your mobile. Even if something gets deleted from your mobile, you can download it again from Telegram.
Granular Media Permissions
Admin of the group can choose whether to allow members to send up to 9 different media types such as photo, voice, or video messages. They can also disable text messages to create media-only groups.
Finally, it is possible to communicate using only voice notes, or only quizzes, without the need for the administrator to be constantly attentive.
Annual Premium Subscription
You can get 40% off on your Telegram Premium subscription by prepaying for one year of exclusive features.
Chat Selection for Bots
Bot developers can add special buttons that help users select groups, channels, or people that meet predefined criteria.
Re-Login Apple and Google ID
Without entering an SMS code, logged-out users can quickly log back in using their Apple or Google ID. If you set up a two-step verification password, you’ll still need to enter it.
New Custom Emoji
The latest telegram update added 10 new custom emoji packs from Telegram artists. This time, the company has brought hundreds of icons specially designed for groups and profile pictures. You can browse and add any of these packs directly from the new trending section at the top of the emoji panel.
New Interactive Emoji
The new interactive versions of some emojis have been added. You can send any of them in a one-on-one chat, then tap to reveal the full-screen effect for you and your partner. Everyone can use these emojis as a reaction as well.
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Unlock better browsing features with Samsung Internet 27.0.0.79
Samsung has pushed a new update for its Internet Browser app with version 27.0.0.79. This update brings helpful new features and improvements to enhance user experience, security, and functionality.
The new update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 152.77MB for Galaxy devices. You can check what’s new it brings:
Internet Setting Support
The fresh update of the Samsung Internet app adds an Internet Setting Search support. This allows users to quickly find and change browser settings without having to scroll through long menus. It’s just a small change but it makes customizing your browsing experience a lot easier and faster.
End-to-End Encryption for Synced Data
Moreover, the update includes stronger protection for data that synced across devices. With end-to-end encryption, any data you sync, like bookmarks and settings, is now more secure. Notably, this encryption is available for devices running One UI 6.1 or higher. With this feature, your information is better protected.
Removal of Some Options
Samsung Internet 27.0.0.79 update also brings change to how the browser handles scroll bars. Samsung has removed the options to change the scroll bar position or hide it. While these settings allowed for some customization, they have now been removed in favor of a simpler and more stable design.
These options removal could be a bit disappointing for users who liked adjusting the scroll bar. Samsung has planned the removal of certain options to improve the overall Galaxy browsing experience.
Users of Samsung Galaxy devices can install the update via Galaxy Store >>Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update from the third-party app link mentioned here. Notably, the update is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 15 or below.
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WhatsApp Beta lets you delete preset chat lists on Android
WhatsApp has released a new beta update with version 2.24.23.23, which introduces the ability to delete preset chat lists. This new feature lets WhatsApp users have more customization and control over how they organize their chats.
With the fresh update, WhatsApp users can now delete some of the default chat filters, like Unread and Groups, directly from the chat screen. Previously, these filters could not be removed.
To delete a filter, users just need to simply tap and hold on it, and they’ll see an option to delete it. This helps users clean up their interface by removing filters they don’t find useful.
Moreover, users can manage these filters through the app’s settings. So, if you accidentally delete a filter or want it back later, you can easily restore it from the settings menu. This gives you the flexibility to customize the app to suit your needs.
This feature is especially helpful for users who prefer a clean, minimalistic interface. Also, it’s great for business users, who may want to prioritize chats based on customer or order-related conversations.
The Delete Preset Chat Lists option is available to some beta testers who have installed the latest WhatsApp beta update from the Google Play Store. It’s expected to roll out to more users in the coming weeks.
WhatsApp bringing Instagram-like sticker prompts for status updates
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Matter 1.4 to make SmartThings even smarter with Wi-Fi router support
Last month, Samsung SmartThings introduced several new features, including Home Insights, Daily Routines, Quick Remote, and Automatic Hub Backup. Now, a new report suggests that SmartThings might soon support Wi-Fi routers with the upcoming release of Matter 1.4.
Matter has been part of SmartThings for a few years, and the upcoming 1.4 version is expected to arrive next year with some exciting new features.
Matter 1.4
Matter 1.4 details have been arrived today. It highlights the “Enhanced Multi-Admin” feature, which makes it easier to control Matter-enabled devices across different smart home ecosystems at the same time.
It shows that you could use a Matter device with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and SmartThings all together without any hassle.
Moreover, the update also improves device compatibility. For example, Wi-Fi routers can now work with Matter and SmartThings. They can also act as Thread Border Routers to help connect devices and simplify the setup process.
With this, Wi-Fi routers, modems, and other devices like set-top boxes will be controllable through the SmartThings app.
Matter 1.4 supports energy devices like solar panels, electric water heaters, heat pumps, solar system inverters, and batteries for battery energy management. It can even take local electricity prices into account and help you optimize your home’s energy use to save on costs.
However, the support for security cameras is expected to be added in a future update, Matter 1.5. As Samsung was quick to adopt Matter 1.3, we can expect SmartThings to add 1.4 support sometime in 2025.
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