Telegram brings support for unlimited viewers on video chats, live streams – The Hindu

The update also includes trending stickers, larger previews for sticker suggestions in Android, unread comment counter for channels and new animated emoji. Image used for representation purpose.   | Photo Credit: Reuters The update also includes trending stickers, larger previews for sticker suggestions in Android, unread comment counter for channels and new animated emoji. Messaging app Telegram has introduced some new features in its latest monthly update, including support for live streams with unlimited viewers to groups and channels.(Subscribe to our Today’s Cache newsletter for a quick snapshot of top 5 tech stories. Click here to subscribe for free.)Telegram users can start a live stream in a channel or a video call in a group with unlimited viewers, the company said in a blog post. Besides, the audience members in a live stream can raise their hand to join the broadcast.The update also changes how users forward messages, including a preview window, showing how the messages will look when they are sent; an option to hide the sender’s name or captions on media messages; and change the recipient if they have tapped the wrong chat, Telegram noted.Additionally, users can now more easily go through the channels they follow for news…
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