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Google Meet Rolls Out Automatic Room Check-In on Mobile Using Ultrasound

It highlights Companion mode for one-tap pairing with room hardware to start meetings without echo.

Overview

  • The capability is available to all Google Workspace customers and Workspace Individual subscribers who meet app version requirements.
  • Room hardware emits an inaudible ultrasonic signal that nearby Android and iOS devices detect via their microphones to surface the “Use Companion mode” option in the green room.
  • Tapping Companion mode pairs the personal device with the room system without taking primary control and automatically checks the user into the correct room.
  • Proximity detection is enabled by default for conference rooms, with administrators able to switch it on or off per room.
  • Minimum builds include Google Meet 336.0 on Android and iOS and Gmail 2025.12.01 on Android or 6.0.251201 on iOS.