Messaging and video conferencing apps are some of the key tools that help us stay connected to friends, family, and colleagues. Google’s Duo and Meet services make that possible, and soon you’ll be able to experience the best of both worlds on one platform.
Google is consolidating its Duo and Meet platforms into one app to make it easier to stay connected to the people in your life from one place. This article will shed light on what is happening to Google Meet and Google Duo and how this affects you.
Google is combining Google Duo and Google Meet into one app. The news was announced by Google Workspace Vice President and General Manager, Javier Soltero, in a google cloud blog post in June 2022. Soltero explained:
As part of our continued investment in helping people stay connected, and to adapt to evolving user needs, we’re upgrading the Duo experience to include all Google Meet features. This integrated experience will provide users with a single solution for both video calling and meetings with people across their lives.
Google Duo is Google’s solution for a social messaging and video calling app like FaceTime, while Google Meet is used to connect professionals via group conference calls like Zoom
Going forward, the Google Duo app will be the home of the consolidated platform. It’s a stretch, but Google hopes it will be your preferred solution for your professional and social engagement needs.
The pandemic has increased the demand for solutions that provide seamless online experiences as more people connect remotely. As a result, it has become increasingly important for businesses and tech companies to provide efficient, interconnected platforms to meet those needs.