Telegram returns to Wear OS after 5 years with chats and voice messages
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– Telegram is reviving support for Android smartwatches with its latest update, five years after discontinuing its Wear OS app.
– The update brings Telegram’s core messaging features to Wear OS devices, allowing users to send and receive messages directly from their watch.
– The revived app supports voice messages, emoji reactions, and the ability to view and send media files.
– Users can also manage chats, including muting notifications and archiving conversations, from the smartwatch interface.
– The app is designed to work independently or paired with a phone, with data syncing seamlessly across devices.
Telegram has officially brought its app back to Wear OS after a five-year absence, reintroducing core features like chat functionality and voice message playback for Android smartwatch users. The latest update marks a significant reversal from 2021, when the messaging platform removed its original Wear OS application entirely.
This revival allows users to read and reply to conversations directly from their wrist, as well as listen to incoming voice messages without pulling out their phone. The new app also supports quick emoji reactions and message previews, aimed at delivering a more seamless experience on smaller screens.
Telegram’s decision to return to the platform comes as Google’s Wear OS ecosystem continues to grow, with improved hardware from manufacturers like Samsung and Fossil. The app is available now for download via the Google Play Store on compatible smartwatches running Wear OS 3 or later.
While the initial version focuses on essential messaging capabilities, Telegram has hinted that future updates may add features like media sharing and group management directly from the watch. For now, the app provides a solid foundation for users who want to stay connected without constantly checking their phones.
(Source: 9to5google.com)
