Telegram allowed accepting payments everywhere and added deferred voice chats

In Telegram with the next update appeared the ability to accept payments by credit cards using 8 built-in payment systems in any chat, including groups and channels. If desired, the user can leave a tip to support his favorite author, cafe or store.

The developers note that Telegram does not take commissions and does not store payment information. The details are sent directly to the payment system, and the delivery address is sent to the seller so that he can send the goods.

Another major innovation is deferred voice chats, which allow group and channel administrators to schedule upcoming voice chat at a specific time. All members of the community hosting the broadcast will see a color countdown timer and will be able to subscribe to a notification to start a conversation.

In addition, Telegram officially introduced two new web versions

site, which is notable for ease and accessibility, and also added several minor improvements:

• fast approach of photos and videos in the chat (two-finger gesture);
• convenient video rewind by holding the +/- buttons on iOS and by pressing the right or left side of the screen on Android;
• new tips and animations on Android.

The new version of Telegram is already available on iOS, and will soon appear on Android. Those who do not want to wait can download the apk-file of the updated client from the messenger website directly.