Google Meet Introduces Seamless Device Switching Feature for Users
Google Meet introduces a new ‘Switch here’ feature that allows seamless transitions between devices during meetings, catering to the needs of remote workers. This enhancement reflects Google’s commitment to offering a flexible and convenient meeting experience for both business and personal account users. As the competition in the video conferencing market heats up, Google’s move to incorporate device switching showcases the company’s dedication to staying competitive and meeting the evolving demands of remote work.
Google Meet Introduces New Face Touch-Up Filters for Desktop Users
Google Meet introduces new face touch-up filters for desktop users, providing subtle and smoothing effects to lightly touch up complexion before joining a meeting. Users can choose from two filters and access the options in Meet settings, but the feature is only available to paid users on specific plans. Google’s approach focuses on subtle enhancements rather than drastic alterations, reflecting ongoing efforts to cater to the evolving needs of remote communication and collaboration.
Social Media Platform X Rolls Out New Calling Feature, Revealing User Locations
Strangers can now see the locations of users on X after the social media platform rolled out a new calling feature. Concerns have been raised by liberty groups and digital rights campaigners about the potential privacy and safety risks. The Information Commissioner’s Office emphasized the need for platforms to protect personal information. X’s new feature reveals a user’s IP address when they are called, potentially exposing their physical location and making them vulnerable to ‘doxxing’. The ability to disable the feature has also been met with reported difficulties.