Google Meet’s latest update includes new UI and in-call messaging

With this latest update, the calling UI will be more similar to the conference interface, making call controls more easily accessible. In-call messaging is now supported, so you can share links or rude comments even when muted. Emoji reactions are also available in group calls, and you can layer in effects like backgrounds and filters. Screen sharing is also now an option in calls.

Compared to 2020, not everyone is as excited about showing their face on a call, so Google is updating the interface of its mobile apps to make the buttons bigger and improve the audio-only experience. The company also claims that it will make it easier to switch calls from your PC to your Android phone or tablet.

This update is another step in the slow and choppy rollout of the combined Duo and Meet experience. The new version is being rolled out slowly, and new features require all participants on the call to be running the updated app version. It may take up to a minute for the new features to become available.