Google has unveiled a novel feature called “Companion Mode” for its Meet app on both Android and iOS platforms, marking a significant expansion of its capabilities.
This innovative Companion Mode enables users to join a Meet call using an in-room audio/video conferencing system instead of relying on their personal computers, making it a seamless experience for those in physical meeting spaces.
Initially introduced for the web version, Google has now extended this functionality to mobile devices, allowing users to participate in meetings swiftly and conveniently without the need for a laptop. This is particularly advantageous in scenarios where space constraints limit the use of laptops.
With Companion Mode on mobile devices, users gain access to interactive features and controls, enhancing their meeting experience. They can easily check in to the room for identification, express reactions with emojis without disrupting the speaker, signal their desire to speak by raising their hand, enable captions for real-time subtitles during discussions, and more.
In parallel news, Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, recently announced a milestone achievement: the attainment of 100 million subscriptions to the Google One service. Google One provides additional storage for free services like Gmail, Drive, and Photos, along with access to enhanced features, showcasing the platform’s growing popularity and utility among users.
