Telegram’s latest Android update, version 12.4.0, is rolling out now via the Play Store and delivers a major redesign centered around a new “Liquid Glass” aesthetic.
The messaging app is embracing a more transparent look, borrowing heavily from Apple’s recent design language.
- The update introduces a four-tab bottom bar reminiscent of iOS.
- Transparent design elements are especially noticeable in light mode.
- The traditional hamburger menu has been replaced with a three-dot overflow menu.
- The redesign builds on earlier Liquid Glass implementations from October/November 2025.
Telegram first experimented with Liquid Glass effects on iOS in early January,and now Android users are getting the full treatment. The new interface features a bottom navigation bar with tabs for Chats, contacts, Settings, and Profile-a departure from the previous design and a clear nod to Apple’s interface. This bar remains visible even as you scroll.
The traditional side menu, accessible via a “hamburger” icon, has been removed.Options previously found there, such as “New Group,” are now located in a three-dot overflow menu in the upper-right corner of the chats screen.
User reactions to the new design have been mixed, with some expressing dissatisfaction on platforms like Reddit.
What are your thoughts on the updated Telegram interface?
