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Google Duo is testing new Lyra codec to compress videos over poor connection
The new audio codec is in the testing stage currently and will come in handy for the users who do not have access to high network connections.

Google Duo might stop working on uncertified Android smartphones soon
Any device that is not tested by Google and hence is not permitted to carry the name of Android is uncertified.

Google Duo will soon allow users to place video calls on Android TVs
In case your TV set does not come with an in-built camera, Duo will work by plugging in a USB camera.

Google is reportedly planning to eventually replace Duo with Meet for video calling
Since Google made Meet free for all users, it has reportedly been mulling merging Duo and Meet as the one and only video calling service.

Similar to Zoom, Google Duo will now let you share invite links for group calls
Google Duo users just have to add people in a group and an invite link will appear on the screen.

Google Meet is expected to soon allow users to blur background during video calls
Google might be preparing to test the option of automatically blurring the background in Meet calls on the Android app.

Google Duo to let users make group calls on Chrome; family mode, AR effects to be available soon
It will soon be possible to make group calls on Google’s video calling app Duo.

Google merges consumer, enterprise messaging teams, appoints G Suite head Javier Soltero in-charge
The enterprise messaging in recent weeks has undergone some changes, including rebranding and expanded availability.

Microsoft Teams is planning to increase its group call limit to 250 participants
Microsoft Teams had witnessed a 70 percent increase in its usage over the last six weeks.

Google introduces May 2020 security patch for pixel devices, removes bugs
Pixel and Pixel XL users have not received this update as the company withdrew support for its first-gen smartphones in October 2019.

Users may soon be able to call people on Google Duo using emails: Report
The feature is already available on Google Duo via Web.

Google’s video conferencing platform Meet will now be free for anyone with an email ID
Google Meet lets a user admit or deny entry to a meeting, and mute or remove participants, if required.

WhatsApp update on iOS now allows up to 8 people on video call, feature coming to Android soon
Earlier, the group video call limit on WhatsApp was just four which has now been doubled.

Google Duo adds new features for better video calling experience including increased group limit, personalised videos, more
Google is making optimisations to ensure that video calls on Duo are clear and uninterrupted.

Meet Now, Jitsi, Houseparty and more: Group video chatting alternatives to Zoom for work and play
Skype has released Meet Now, a video conferencing tool that does not require you to download anything or remember any login details.

Zoom surpasses TikTok, Instagram to become most downloaded app in India with 10 crore downloads on Android devices
Zoom is riding high on popularity as people are finding ways of meeting friends and family virtually in the time of social distancing.

Coronavirus lockdown: Google Duo extends max participants in video conference to 12
Now Google Duo, Google’s Android video calling app, has decided to increase the maximum number of participants in video conference calls

Coronavirus Outbreak: Houseparty, Zoom and other apps you can use to stay in touch while social distancing
Zoom can be used to connect with up to 100 people at a time, mostly used for work purposes.

Apple joins in on ICC Cricket World Cup fever with new Shot on iPhone advert
The new video is part of Apple's efforts to step up it's localised marketing in the country.

Google Duo now lets you send Snapchat-like self-destructing photos: How it works
The new feature allows users to message any saved photo on their device via Duo.