I’m on the waiting list. I hope they get e2ee sorted out.

I get it. That’s why I use Plus messenger. It’s a better, more customisable UI. Private chats, groups and channels are on a different page, if you want it.

Unfortunately I use Discord, WhatsApp, Signal, Element (Matrix) and SimpleX all combined because my contacts are spread out. Looking forward to secure interoperability.

• You can schedule messages
• Have supergroups, subgroups, broadcasts, admin roles in groups,…
• Channels can be configured in various ways. For example, you can post messages and choose the type of previews links render.
• You can add voting options to posts
• Members of the channel can only reply in threads so the replies are bundled.
• You can decide wheter new group members can view chat history or not.
• Members can be muted.
• Bots can be built withing the app
• Chats can be arranged in folders *…

I could go on.

It’s the best app when it comes to functionality. It has it all.

In 2024 Apple and Google will have to figure it out because the EU are twisting their arms.

I’ve switched a few people to android. First thing I do is install a launcher that suits their needs. In the past I always recommended Nova. Now I give them the choice. Once they get the hang of the basis gestures in your launcher they 're hooked to the customizability.

They will have to open up in 2024. Thanks to the EU.