Google Chat Introduces "Huddles" for Instant Audio Meetings

Google Chat introduces Huddles, an instant audio-first meeting feature accessible directly within chat conversations.

Key Features:

• Start audio meetings instantly from direct messages, group conversations, and Spaces.
• Add video and screen sharing during a Huddle.
• Recipients are notified via a chat chip.
• Powered by Google Meet.

Availability:

Huddles are rolling out for Google Workspace users (Business, Enterprise, Frontline, Essentials, and Nonprofits) over the coming weeks. This feature streamlines the meeting process compared to sharing meeting links manually, allowing for multitasking within the Chat interface. For more on Google Chat, see Gemini integration and sidebar redesign.