Google Rolls Out Video Calling App "Duo" (Android Facetime)

During Google I/O conference few months back, Google announced two new messaging apps called "Allo" and "Duo". Allo is a text messaging app while Duo is a video messaging app which has some very cool features which makes it stand out. Google Duo app is designed to allow you make video calls to any other user whether you have a fast or slow internet connection. The Google Duo App is currently being rolled out on the Google Playstore and the Apple Store and is expected to be available in all regions before the end of the week. So, what is the Google Duo about?

Google Duo is an app that allows you make video calls to other users of the app even on a relatively poor internet connection. The Duo app makes use of contacts in your phonebook to find users on the app. The app doesn't require a Google account to register, all you need is your phone number just like how Whatsapp works.  Google Duo is expected to be the competition to Apple's Facetime which comes by default with iOS devices

One of the greatest features of the Google Duo is the "knock knock". This allows you to see a live video of who is calling you before you pick up the video call. This is a very nice feature and allows you know who is calling you beforehand, thereby allowing you have some sense of privacy. Also, all calls are end to end encrypted. CheckOut the Knock-Knock feature in the gif below

Where Can I Download Google Duo?

Google Duo is available for Android and iOS devices. You can download Google Duo for Android from the Google Playstore . If it has not been rolled out in your region yet, you can download the APK from Apkmirror here. iOS users can download Google Duo from iTunes.

In summary, the Google Duo is a very lovely app and I can't wait to start using it. Some people have even rumoured it to be Google's version of the iPhone's FaceTime feature. New android phones are expected to come with the App soon. I just love the fact that you use only your phone number to register just like Whatsapp. I wonder when WhatsApp will finally roll out the Video Calling feature, they are already carrying last. :-)