Telegram has released a new update for February, following two app upgrades in January. Users can now search millions of stickers using AI, copy video links, set cover photos, react with Stars as a channel, and browse similar bots.
With the latest update, Telegram has introduced an AI-powered search feature for over 40,000 stickers and emojis from its official packs. The feature returns results from millions of custom stickers and emojis uploaded by Telegram users. The feature supports searching in 29 languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic, and Hindi.
For instance, “Try searching for complex keywords like thinking monkey or space dog – the sticker panel will instantly return exactly what you’re looking for.”
According to the company, users will also be able to create their own stickers or emojis in a few simple steps.
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Telegram now allows users to include the current timestamp in a video link, allowing it to open in Telegram at the exact moment when a user taps on the link. To share a video link, tap the share arrow in the video player. Since 2019, timestamps like 1:38 have been allowed in video message answers and captions to draw attention to amusing moments or point viewers to certain parts.
Now onwards Video covers in Telegram channels can be created by adding text, stickers, and emojis to the video editor. Users can choose a frame to use as a cover photo and add text, stickers, and emojis before selecting a cover. To edit a video cover, tap the three-dot icon in the top corner.
Telegram is now also offering saved progress for videos, letting users take breaks and return to their starting point. All videos are said to support picture-in-picture playback, therefore enabling users to continue watching while replying to messages, and browsing other chats as well.
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Moreover, Telegram users will now be able to support content creators with Stars by sending a Star reaction to their channel posts, offering greater privacy and allowing them to promote their channel in the leaderboard. Users may hide their names using this function, which is a part of Star Reactions, which has always allowed anonymous mode.
Finally, to help users find other popular services, utilities, and games, bot profiles now include a list of comparable bots, much like channels.
