Telegram 1.10.0.0
Windows Phone users can now enjoy one of the most appreciated cross-platform apps of this kind that goes by the name of Telegram. The ease of use and security are some of the main attributes that recommend this app.
Uncomplicated and customizable interface
The looks of this application are decent, but a bit on the dull side at first glance. Fortunately, there are some options for customizing the chat background, which include an animated wallpaper and a couple of static ones as well.
The functions are kept at hand, in the main menu displayed in the lower side of the screen, while the images or videos that are shared during the conversation load pretty fast.
Advanced communication and sharing features
Telegram is ready to help you start a quick conversation with any of your contacts that have the app installed and you can send invitations to those who are not using it yet, so they can get in touch with you in a simpler way.
The application supports some neat functions like the group or secret chat, which you can use to have a conversation with several friends at once or exchange messages with someone in the most secure way possible.
The utility can help you send to your peers or receive from them various documents, pictures, clips and even the current location. The data transfers are fairly quick, but, as expected, they depend a lot on the actual size of the files being exchanged.
Numerous notification options and handy privacy settings at a glance
With Telegram you can stay informed about each incoming message and preview it on the spot. Once you pin the live tile of the app to the Start screen, you will see any unread messages there and the group alerts and notifications are treated in a similar fashion.
There are some security features you can put to good use, like the blocked user list, the "Last Seen" status customization and, most importantly, the account self destruction timer. You can activate this function to have the account deleted after a period of activity that ranges between one month and a year.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI8
The appearance of this utility is pretty much basic, with a few customizations at hand and a clear focus on practicality rather than good looks. |
Function9
Telegram seems well equipped and ready to cater to most communication needs of regular users and the ease of use and the secure chat option make it stand out from the rest. |
Security9
The application requires access into every corner of the system, but the majority of the areas it looks into are closely related to its functionality. |
Battery6
This tool will require a lot of battery power to function, so the consumption is at high levels most of the time. |
Price9
A very good alternative to other chat apps, Telegram offers a neat set of features, but still needs some improvements and a few extra functions to be among the top choices. |
Compatibility9
Ready for most Windows Phone devices out there, this app will only require that version 7.5 or higher of the operating system is installed. |
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 1.10.0.0
- reviewed version:
- 1.1.3.46
- developer:
- Telegram LLC
- category:
- VOICE & MESSAGING
- os version req.:
- 7.5, 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- 12+
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 16303