Published May 7, 2026, 10:03 PM EDT

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech.

Since beginning his writing career, he has written for many different publications such as WorldStart , Listverse , and MakeTechEasier . However, after finding his home at MakeUseOf in February 2019, he would eventually move on to its sister site, XDA, to bring the latest and greatest in Windows, Linux, and DIY electronics.

Summary

Vianigram is a native MTProto Telegram client on Windows Phone in 2026 — real chats, full login, rich features.

Push is dead on Windows Phone; Vianigram uses 30-min maintenance, VoIP wake events, and cache for alerts.

Still rough: Calls and Messages UI need polish, and notifications can lag when the app is…