Google Duo - video chat developed by Google . The service is available on Android and iOS platforms , as well as in the browser. Duo was announced at the Google I / O presentation on May 18, 2016 along with Google Allo [1] [2] - an application for instant messaging of text messages and images. Duo was launched in the USA on August 16, 2016 and around the world a few days later. When registering, the application is tied to the user's phone number. Google Duo is a must-have app in Google Pixel smartphones.
| Google duo | |
|---|---|
| Type of | |
| Developer | |
| operating system | Android 4.1 or later. iOS 9.0 or later. |
| Interface languages | Multilingual |
| First edition | August 16, 2016 |
| condition | active |
| Site | duo.google.com |
Content
Features
- HD video at 720p .
- Very simple and intuitive interface.
- The application optimizes WebRTC and uses QUIC . Therefore, the application can work even with a weak Internet. Also, optimization is additionally achieved due to the deterioration of video quality.
- The Knock Knock feature allows the user to see who is calling to him before he picks up the phone. This feature can be disabled in the settings.
- End-to-end default encryption .
- Restriction on mobile traffic. If you can’t connect to a Wi-Fi network , Duo will automatically reduce the mobile data transfer rate to 1 Mbps.
- Google Assistant support .
- Use phone numbers to allow Duo users to easily invite people from their contact list.
- Automatic switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data transfer.
See also
- Google hangouts
- Google allo
Notes
Links
- Official site (eng.)