Google Chat enhances communication with voice transcripts and video messages

Google Chat is enhancing its platform with voice message transcripts and video messaging features. The new updates enable users to read transcribed voice messages and send short video messages, making communication more accessible and expressive across Android, iOS, and web platforms.

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Google Chat is rolling out two major features aimed at improving communication within its messaging platform: voice message transcripts and video messages . Voice message transcripts for added accessibility and convenience: For users who prefer text or may not be in an environment conducive to listening to audio, Google Chat's new voice message transcripts offer a convenient solution. Users can now send and receive voice messages, with the option to view a text transcript displayed beneath the audio clip.

This functionality allows for easier information access and promotes inclusivity for hearing-impaired users or those in noisy environments. Seamless Video Messaging Taking a step towards richer communication, Google Chat now allows users to send and receive video messages. Similar to video messaging features on other platforms, users can record short video messages directly within the Chat interface.



These video messages broaden the communication options available to users, allowing them to convey emotions, expressions, and visual information that might be lost through text alone. Availability and rollout Both voice message transcripts and video messages are currently rolling out to Google Workspace and Workspace Individual users on Android, iOS, and web platforms. The voice message transcription feature may take a few moments to process the audio and generate the text after a message is sent.

The addition of these features demonstrates Google's commitment to evolving Google Chat into a more versatile and user-friendly communication platform . With the integration of voice transcript and video messages, users will have more options to connect and collaborate effectively..