Telegram update brings star giveaways, enhanced in-app browser, and mini app improvements

Telegram has rolled out a new update featuring enhancements aimed at improving user engagement and experience. Channel and group owners can now host giveaways to promote their communities, offering prizes such as Telegram Premium subscriptions, real-world items, and the newly introduced Telegram Stars. These giveaways help owners earn boosts, unlocking perks like posting channel stories.

The update also includes improvements to Telegram's in-app browser, which can now convert articles into a more readable, lightweight layout through the Instant View feature. Users can access this by selecting Show Instant View from the browser menu.

Additionally, the update addresses several bug fixes for mini apps, enhancing their smoothness and responsiveness. Developers also gain new button options to further refine their app functionalities.