Telegram for Android is getting a major upgrade this February, bringing an iOS-style UI (user interface) and unlocking access to the Stories feature for everyone.

On February 6, Telegram pushed a new update for Android users, which adopts UI changes from its iOS version. Upon checking the user interface changes, I found a working Stories menu, and further inspection revealed that Stories is now open.

iOS-style UI

Telegram for Android has reduced the height of the Header. The app label has been retained, accompanied by Stories. The hamburger menu has been repositioned from the left to the right side for easier access.

The “Search chats” has become a full bar, replacing the legacy icon. If you use the folders feature, you may notice another change with terms aligned inside pills. The bottom side has also added a navigation bar with four items:

1. Chats
2. Contacts
3. Settings
4. Profile

Telegram has also tweaked the design of Settings and simplified various options. It’s now even easier to find tools and options. The settings page also features a search icon, which will help you easily find the required settings.

Well, posting stories is already available on the Beta channel and specific accounts.

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Telegram Stories

Wide arrival of Telegram Stories is the big news of the day. The feature was previously limited to premium subscribers. Reports suggest Stories have become available to some users for a limited time, but Telegram later pulled the feature.

With the latest UI, Telegram is allowing users to post stories. You can access it from the Chats screen, which lets you capture photos, videos or select one from the Gallery.

Selecting a picture or video takes you to the next section, which offers cool customization options like drawing, stickers, link, location, weather, audio and so on.

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Once done, you are headed to the final phase of posting a Story on Telegram. If you own channels, you can switch to the personal account. Privacy limits include Everyone, My Contacts, Close Friends, and Selected Users.

Like Instagram archives, Telegram lets you create an automatic album linked to your account. Stories posted will be saved in a dedicated album, which will remain accessible even after the Story expires after the timeline.

Note: For now, non-premium account users can post 1 story in a day.

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