The capability arrives with version 9.4.1 of the Telegram software for macOS and can be enabled by users through Telegram’s settings. When the functionality is enabled, Telegram disables several resource-intensive elements including animations, videos, and GIFs that start playing automatically, as well as other UI effects. The app consequently consumes less hardware and electricity.
But, the user can alter how Power Saving Mode functions. When this mode is activated, for instance, you can choose to disable only a portion of the effects and animations. The MacBook’s battery can also be set to turn on Power Saving Mode automatically at a certain charge level.
Despite being aimed at MacBooks, the functionality can also be used on desktop computers to speed up Telegram, which is wonderful for older PCs with less powerful hardware. Telegram claims that the update also includes bug fixes and performance enhancements in addition to the new mode.
This week’s update to Telegram for macOS involved building a version exclusively for the Mac using native technology. But Mac users also have the choice to download Telegram Desktop, a cross-platform application that works with Linux, Windows, and macOS.
