The topic Google Meet now on Apple CarPlay, Android Auto coming ‘soon’ is currently the subject of lively discussion — readers and analysts are keeping a close eye on developments.
This is taking place in a dynamic environment: companies’ decisions and competitors’ reactions can quickly change the picture.
Google Meet is now available on Apple CarPlay for iPhone users to “join meetings safely while on the road.”
Google Meet will appear on your car’s infotainment display. The app will let you “join meetings with a single tap, view your upcoming schedule, and participate in audio-only calls to maintain focus on driving.” You will be able to hear audio from the meeting and “have audio input access from your microphone.” Sound will automatically transfer from your phone or earbuds to the car’s speakers.
Your phone’s camera is turned off and “you won’t see the incoming video content.” Other features like Chat, Hand Raise, Polls, or Q&A are not available. There is also no pre-call screen in Google Meet for CarPlay. Available controls let you mute/unmute and leave a meeting.
Google says the app is “designed to provide a seamless transition from your mobile iOS device to your vehicle.” The phone app will switch to Meet’s On-the-Go mode.
Meanwhile, Google says “Android Auto users can expect a version of Meet for Android Auto soon.”