What's changing
Google Meet is gradually improving and modernising the in-call experience with the Material 3 Design System. Today we are announcing the first update, which is specific to the lower bar of in-call controls in Meet. The controls will feature refreshed colours and dynamic shapes to highlight when you're muted or when the controls are active. Note that this is strictly a design update and that there are no changes to functionality.
You'll see these updates when:
Using Google Meet on the web, picture-in-picture mode, and using Meet within other apps like Docs or Slides. Watching a live stream from your browser. Using meeting room hardware within conference rooms.
Additional details
We'll be rolling out more updates over the course of the next year that will not only improve the look and feel of Meet, but help you discover and access meeting features quicker in a more intuitive way. Stay tuned to the Workspace Updates blog for more information.
Getting started
Admins: There is no admin impact or action required.End users: You'll notice these improvements automatically. Visit the Help Centre to learn more about meeting controls.
Rollout pace
Users with personal Google accounts
Extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility) starting on Jun 11, 2024
Google Workspace users
Rapid Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on July 2, 2024Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on July 22, 2024
Availability
Available to all Google Workspace customers and users with personal Google accounts
