# Non-Invasive Messaging Apps The Telegram Messaging App Has Added Silent Messages to the Platform By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-messages References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/08/11/telegram-silent-messages/) & [telegram.org](https://telegram.org/blog/silent-messages-slow-mode) Telegram, the chat app, was recently updated has added a [silent messages feature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sober-ringtones). The app's silent messages function will send text and media without creating a [sound notification](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bliphq). Telegram's sound functions will operate independently from the user's phone settings, so a phone with a ringer enabled will not produce a sound through silent messaging. Other new features to the Telegram platform include a slow mode being added to [group chats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inapp-controls). This setting slowly rolls out notifications so users are not overwhelmed with notifications form a group chat. Those two new additions to the platform make it so users can toggle settings on the app to make it as non-interfering as possible. This would allow users the ability to message others while being able to make sure it does not become a cumbersome experience. Image Credit: Telegram ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Silent Messaging:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include the development of new communication tools that prioritize discreet messaging without sound notifications. - **Slow Mode:** There is room for disruptive innovation in creating chat platforms with a slow mode feature that reduces overwhelming notifications in group chats. - **Non-interfering Messaging:** Innovative solutions can be explored to enhance messaging experiences by allowing users to toggle settings and customize their app to minimize interference. ### Where This Applies - **Communication Apps:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of new features and functionalities for messaging applications that enhance user experience. - **Mobile Technology:** Mobile technology industry can explore disruptive innovation possibilities by integrating silent messaging features into their devices and platforms. - **User Interface Design:** Innovative approaches to user interface design can create messaging platforms that prioritize non-interfering and customizable experiences for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Additional Video Transcription Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telegram-2.md) - [Privacy Silenced Call Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silence-unknown.md) - [Paid Instant Messaging Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telegram-premium.md) - [Telegram-Style Video Messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-messaging.md) - [Redesigned Media Editing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/media-editor.md) - [Social Media Silencing Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-quiet-mode.md) - [Social Voice Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-5.md) - [Secure Group-Call Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-group-call.md) - [Disappearing Chat Messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midnight-disappearing-chats.md)