More than a decade after launching and later discontinuing its first native Apple Watch app, Telegram is back on the device with a fully native experience. Here are the details.
Telegram gives watchOS another go
Today, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced on X that Telegram now has “a fully native” Apple Watch app.
When users first launch the Telegram app on the Apple Watch, they’re asked to scan a QR code from the Telegram app on their iPhone, just as they would when logging in from another platform, such as the web or the Mac. Then, if applicable, they’re also requested to input their cloud password.
After that, users can access their contacts and conversations, with support for GIF and video playback, voice and text messages, location sharing, stickers, and more.
