Duo video chat - new Skype and Facetime by Google
The new video call service, which was called Duo, was announced in May of this year at a conference of the developers of Google I/O 2016. And now, the long -awaited release took place. The application appeared in the catalogs of Google Play and Apple App Store. And immediately headed the Top Free Appendix in these catalogs. Having overtaken Pokemon Go, Facebook Messenger and Instagram.
So far, unfortunately, Russian -speaking users do not have the opportunity to download and install it. But, as the developers assure, soon and in Russia this application will be represented. Already today there is an interface of the “great and powerful” in the application. So, it was not long to wait.
The most impatient and now they can install a "killer" Skype. For users of gadgets on the iOS operating system, you must have an account Apple id registered in the USA. And for owners of smartphones and tablets on Android, download the APK file and turn off the installation from unknown sources in the settings.
Like most applications helping to make video, Duo is attached to the phone number. Unfortunately, there is no tablet version. Whether it wakes up in the future is also unknown.
At the moment, due to the great popularity of the Duo application, it can only be installed on one device. Therefore, the main smartphone was chosen. Unfortunately, this service of GOOGLE video calls is not tied to the post of this search engine. So, not included in the "family" services and applications, authorization to which occurs using an account Gmail. This means that in the near future, the versions for the desktop computer are not expected. Which, unfortunately, cannot please.
The main problem of video calls is the difficulty in their implementation. Ask your parents to independently carry out such a procedure. They are unlikely to be able to. For them, a primitive button phone is a secret behind seven seals. What can I say about Skype And Viber. The Google Duo application will try to simplify the video call procedure and make it ordinary. Such that not only the younger generation will cope with, but also those who, instead of computers, used printing machines.
Of course, it is impossible to say that Google will succeed in this regard. Moreover, the failure of such services as Talks And Hangouts Only add glasses to skeptics. But still there is hope. Moreover, due to problems with Skype and the fact that other applications for the implementation of video calls have not yet become the leaders of the industry, Duo has every chance. Moreover, this application has an “administrative resource” in the form of Google. And this is a big tank.
Moreover, even after the failure of the first two instant messengers, the “Corporation of Good” does not give up, but tries to bring to the market a product in which all the shortcomings of previous applications will be fixed. And Duo can become them.
Speaking of Hangouts. Google does not refuse this application, but are going to reorient it to corporate clients. Unlike Duo, the Hangouts application is deeply integrated into Google services. Which allows you to use Disk, Gmail, Calendar, DOCS And other capabilities directly from the application. This should evaluate the corporate segment of users. Especially if Hangouts add special business opportunities.
When installing Duo, the first thing that is striking will be in the eye will be the minimalist interface design. Yes, minimalism is in trend today. But, the developers of this application made it even more simplified. No extra elements, menu buttons, tips. Only a picture from the front camera, a notebook for calling the interlocutor and a call button. Thanks to this minimalism, even one who had not had video calls before this will cope with the application.
In the notebook you can find all the contacts that are recorded on the device. At the same time, users who are already registered in Duo will be displayed above in this list. And for those who have not yet learned about the new service, you can send an SMS with an invitation directly from the application.
Unlike similar applications of other developers in Duo there is a function "Knock Knock". It allows your interlocutor to see you even before he presses the button and accepts the call. At the same time, the caller will not receive a picture with the one to whom he calls until he responds to the call. But, if a person does not call you from your contacts, then you will see him only after receiving the call.
Duo or Facetime?
This function only works on Android versions. IOS restrictions will not allow her to use Apple smartphones. But, if you are not happy with the Knock Knock function? There is always the possibility of turning it off in the settings.
Duo has developed a special data compression algorithm. Thanks to it, it will be possible to use the application even with a slow Internet. Duo will work in resolution 720p. In addition, the company promises the availability of data encryption.
Today, owners of smartphones use various messages. Some of them have many unnecessary functions and a complex interface. In this regard, Google Duo can be the best alternative to such an application. After all, his main and only task to help interlocutors hear and see each other. And you can do this in only two clicks.
Download Google Duo with Play Market