Google Meet Expands Auto Check-In to Android and iOS

Google has expanded its automatic room check-in feature for Google Meet to Android and iOS devices, allowing users to join conference room meetings more seamlessly using ultrasonic proximity detection. The update, which builds on a capability previously limited to laptops since its introduction in August 2023, began rolling out this month to enhance hybrid work experiences.

The feature detects a user's presence in a supported conference room through inaudible ultrasonic signals broadcast by compatible room hardware. When a user opens the Google Meet app or Gmail on their mobile device and approaches the pre-join screen, known as the green room, the device's microphone picks up the signal. This triggers the app to highlight a "Use Companion mode" button, guiding the user to tap it for a one-step join. Companion mode connects the personal device to the room's system without activating its own microphone or speaker, preventing common issues like audio echo or feedback that arise from simultaneous use of multiple devices.

By automatically checking users into the correct room upon joining, the system eliminates manual selection steps and ensures proper pairing with the room hardware....