Google Meet set to get an all-new look, on-the-go mode and more

Google Meet

Google is set to give a look and user interface to its video calling platform, Meet. The new features include an all-new on-the-go mode. These updates will gradually roll out to Google Meet video calls over the next few months, said Google.

New look for Google Meet

In a blog post, Jennifer Shen, product manager, Google Meet said that the app’s calling interface has a fresh look and feel, making it even easier to start and receive video calls or schedule one for later. “If you've used Meet for video meetings on your mobile device, you'll feel right at home with the new layout that includes call control buttons that mirror the meetings experience,” Shen said. Users can access advanced features like live captions — which are available in over 70 languages — with ease. Users can keep the conversation going with real-time chat directly in their video call that lets them share links and stay engaged even when they can't talk out loud.

Users can now better express themselves on large group calls with emoji reactions. “With a quick tap, show that you agree with an idea, celebrate a win or react to a joke — all without disrupting the conversation,” noted Shen.

On-the-go mode

Meet video calls now support on-the-go mode on Android and iOS, an audio-only experience with larger, easier-to-press call control buttons. “So you can take calls on your walk, in a car or on public transportation with fewer distractions,” Shen said. If users need to to switch calls to Android phone and tablet, then the new call transfer feature lets them easily move a video call to another device.