Two months ago, Google revealed its intentions to combine the Duo and Meet apps into a single video calling platform.
Users of iOS and Android are now starting to receive the Google Duo-Meet merger. The deployment was first noticed by 9to5Google.
The business states through a support page that users of the most recent Google Duo app version 170 can schedule, create, and join meetings.
When users hit the FAB (Floating Action Button) next to the new “History” section on the most recent Google Duo app, they will notice two new calling options. Customers will receive a privacy overview before placing their first call on the app.
However, the latest version of the Google Meet app also refers to itself as Meet (original) and features a brand-new green icon. As a result of this, the Duo app will soon be renamed Google Meet.
The Duo software was designed initially for private video calling. Thanks to Google Meet’s features, users will ultimately be able to schedule meetings on the Duo app as well.
This service will be available to all Google Workspace users as well as past G Suite Basic and Business and Google personal account customers.
Google announced in June that it planned to integrate the Duo and Meet apps into a single video calling service.
The company has outlined some of the features that will be present in the improved Google Duo version. According to reports, users will be able to change the background of their virtual meetings and calls.
Meeting times will also be accessible on the Dup app. Along with other items, a new option for live streaming media while speaking with other callers will be accessible.
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