Google Meet update brings companion mode to mobile devices،
It appears that Google's Meet app has received some special attention from the search giant over the past few weeks. Several updates have already been made available to Google Meet users this year and more are expected to arrive in the coming months.
THE Google Meet latest update brings companion mode to mobile devices. Until now, companion mode was only available from a laptop or desktop device. However, starting this week, Google Meet users will be able to enjoy companion mode on their Android and iOS devices.
Companion mode can be useful in meeting spaces where you can't use a larger device like a laptop or desktop. For those who haven't used companion mode yet, here are some of its main features:
- Check in room to be identified by name.
- Share an emoji reaction without interrupting the speaker.
- Raise your hand to indicate that you wish to speak.
- Turn on captions to show captions when everyone is speaking in a meeting.
- Exchange chat messages with other meeting participants.
- View and zoom in on the content being presented to easily follow the presenter on your own device.
Google has already started rolling out this feature, but it will take about two weeks before everyone can use it. Companion mode is available to all Google Workspace and Individual customers, as well as users with personal Google accounts. Keep in mind that you will need at least Google Meet version 229 and Gmail version 2024.01.28 on Android. If you're using an iPhone, you'll need at least Google Meet 225.0 and Gmail 6.0.231231.
