Google Chat can now be used for people outside of your domain.
What you need to know Google has started transitioning Hangouts users over to Google Chat. G Suite users with Chat enabled are now able to message external users on classic Hangouts. Google promises a full transition to Google Chat from Hangouts by late 2020.
Google is beginning to transition away from classic Hangouts to Google Chat fully. The first such changes are coming to current [Read More…]
The Gmail integration is rolling out today, while the new layout will go live sometime this month.
What you need to know Google Meet is getting a couple of new features. Starting today, you can join a Meet video call right from Gmail. Later in the month, the platform will roll out a 16-person grid layout for video calls that’s quite similar to Zoom.
As more people work online, demand for enterprise communication and videoconferencing apps has [Read More…]
Will Facebook be able to merge its platforms as intended?
What you need to know Facebook is seemingly under increasing governmental scrutiny over its control of three of the biggest chat platforms in existence. The Wall Street Journal reports the FTC is looking into the social media giant’s plans to integrate the three platforms into one. The FTC may seek an injunction to stop the move, according to the report.
Facebook has reportedly been hard at work [Read More…]
Only available for Any.do Premium subscribers.
What you need to know WhatsApp can now set reminders after teaming up with the popular to-do list service Any.do. You’ll be able to create reminders with messages or by forwarding messages from your contacts. The integration is only available for Any.do Premium subscribers.
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messengers with millions of users worldwide, and thanks to a new partnership with the popular to-do list service Any.do, it’s [Read More…]
You’ll soon be able to just tell your Nest Hub to fire up Sling.
Sling TV today announced that it’s getting a deeper integration on the Google Nest Hub displays, including the new Nest Hub Max.
Here’s the gist:
Now you can control Sling with your voice to watch shows on Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max, or use your voice to cast Sling to a Chromecast-connected TV. You can say “Hey Google, watch HGTV on Sling” [Read More…]
You will no longer have to use Z-Wave to connect your August Smart Lock to SmartThings.
What you need to know August smart locks will soon offer direct software integration with the Samsung SmartThings home automation platform. The company’s smart locks will be able to sync with other connected SmartThings devices for greater flexibility. Samsung customers will also be able to view their front door status, initiate a lock or unlock, and sync with other smart home [Read More…]
Video calls placed from Messages for web will be started by Duo for web.
What you need to know The Messages for web client now offers integration with Google Duo. To place a video call from Messages for web, all you need to do is select a conversation or click on “Start chat” and then click “Video call.” Google had added Duo calling integration to the Messages app on Android in November 2017.
Google has finally introduced [Read More…]
Despite being part of Motorola’s One series, the One Zoom may not be an Android One device.
What you need to know A new leak claims the upcoming Motorola One Zoom will run on Qualcomm’s mid-range Snapdragon 675 processor. The mid-range Android smartphone will have Alexa integration as well but will not be part of the Android One program. In Europe, the Motorola One Zoom will reportedly be priced at €399 ($ 446).
A report published by [Read More…]
The beta track is ready to roll with some new features.
What you need to know Microsoft Launcher version 5.6 is now available for beta testers. The update adds closer integration with Microsoft Teams and Outlook. You’ll also find a revamped “Settings” page tagging along.
Microsoft released another update for Microsoft Launcher beta testers to check out today, bringing along a handful of new features. Coming in at version 5.6, the latest update to Microsoft Launcher aims [Read More…]
Put on your workout playlist.
Garmin has today unveiled a new line of Forerunner smartwatches including options for beginner runners all the way up to experienced triathletes, with select models gaining support for phone-free Spotify and Deezer playback.
The newly-announced Forerunner 245 and 245 Music are upgrades to the popular Forerunner 235 and feature built-in GPS, activity and exercise tracking, as well as support for stress and sleep monitoring. They also feature Garmin Coach training plans and [Read More…]
