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Review by
Emily Carter
About this app
Hangouts stands out above other services of this type for some very marked features. Below we give you a summary of some of the most important that we can find in this Google application ; Ability to connect your Google Voice account to have service calls, SMS and even voicemail Create group chats with up to 150 contacts Possibility of sending text messages, photographs, videos, emojis and many more things that will delight any user Synchronization on iOS and Android devices, so you can start a conversation on a device and finish it where you decide. Possibility to send messages to your contacts even if they are not connected at that moment Call any telephone number in the world, of charge, as long as the other user has downloaded the application on any of their devices. It is possible to convert any conversation into a video call , and may include a total of 10 contacts. Although it had its peak some time ago, Hangouts has known to withstand the passage of time and consolidate as one of the most used instant messaging applications globally, although yes, probably to a greater degree as we said earlier in the business world. Have you ever tried Hangouts on your mobile device, tablet or even on your computer?
Google offers a good number of free apps. All of them are tools that complement each other and provide different types of services depending on the person and type of user who uses it. There are programs for each person, no matter what your need is, you will surely find a useful application within the world of the internet giant.
Hangouts belongs to this group of programs and is one of the most used by users. You can download Hangouts for free and use it on your mobile if you have Android or iOS operating systems, on your computer from your email box or as a Google Chrome add-on. It does not matter on which platform you start to enjoy this messaging service, your username, contact and settings will be synchronized without any inconvenience.
Using Hangouts will allow you to connect with all your friends and family who have a Google account. You will be able to share with them all kinds of files such as photos, videos, maps, emoji, stickers and messages.
Also if you want to make calls with Hangouts you can connect for as long as you want and at no extra cost for voice or video conferences.
You can also organize group chats that admit up to 150 participants. This is very useful if you have a small business or work or study groups to keep connected.
Hangouts is very easy to use and will keep you in touch with your entire Google universe. The speed with which it works is one of its great advantages along with the possibility of synchronizing the app on any device.
Don't miss the opportunity to add a new Google service to your life. Chat, make voice or video calls, share any type of file at no additional cost with Hangouts.
If one of your contacts is not online and you want to leave a message, there is no problem. The platform allows you to send messages even to people who are not online at the moment.
Download Hangouts for free and keep up to date with all your friends, family or co-workers. Another great tool that the most important Internet search engine offers its users.
Ratings and reviews
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The biggest advantage is that it is possible to make video calls of up to 10 people at the same time. Compared to other companies, this is incomparable. - It is possible to use Hangouts on computers, in addition to cell phones. But for example WhatsApp does not allow you to connect from a computer. - It is possible to share your current location. - It has a series of emoticons and GIF animations to share with your friends. -It is possible to send voice messages, compared to Telegram, for example. - Like the instant messaging services that are safe, the conversations are stored in the cloud, ie the Internet, and we can access them if we lose our cell phone, or if we lose our mobile data.
Cons
- You may have a harder time accessing the market because Hangouts had its beginnings in 2013. - It is not possible to place your profile as Invisible, compared to Google Talk. - It is only for Android devices and also with iOS. For example, WhatsApp is in many operating systems. The fact that the Hangouts system is based on a closed system, can play against, due to the low ease of expansion. - You can not send multimedia files at the moment, and this plays very against you, because Telegram, to give an example, allows you to send files of up to 1GB. - It is not possible to know if the message was received by the recipient, or if it even came from our cell phone, in comparison with the other more well-known services.
Tips
3 Tricks for Hangouts you didn't know
| Trick | Description |
|---|---|
1Use Screen Sharing for Presentations | Utilize screen sharing to give presentations directly within Hangouts Meet. This is perfect for team meetings or training sessions as you can easily share your content with others. |
2Set up Hangouts as a Messaging App for SMS | On older Android devices, Hangouts could be used as the central app for SMS messages. Although this functionality is no longer supported by default, you may still be able to enable it using third-party apps. |
3Archive Hangouts Conversations for Later Review | Archive conversations in Hangouts to remove them from your inbox without deleting them. This is a great way to keep your inbox clean while still having access to old conversations. |
Direct competitor: Zoom
Zoom is a video conferencing platform known for its ease of use and robust features, especially for larger meetings and webinars.
| Feature |  Hangouts | Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| UI | Simple and minimalistic, but somewhat dated | Modern and intuitive, with many customization options |
| Features | Basic features for messaging and video conferencing | Extensive features such as breakout rooms, polls, and advanced screen sharing |
| Performance | Can be unstable in larger group calls | Generally stable, even with a large number of participants |
| Price | Partially included with Google Workspace subscriptions, additional expense for premium features | Various pricing plans for different needs, trial periods are available. |
| Support | Google Workspace support via help center and community | Comprehensive support via knowledge base, chat, and phone. |