Your tablet or foldable is the ideal Google Meet companion.

We’ve all experienced it: sitting in a bustling conference room, eager to engage in a meeting but feeling restricted by your device. **Google Meet’s Companion Mode** has previously allowed us some flexibility on our phones, but it often felt cramped. That’s all about to change as **Google is now rolling out Companion Mode support for Android tablets, iPads, and foldable devices**. This exciting update transforms your larger-screened mobile devices into essential tools for hybrid meetings!

What is Companion Mode?

For those who haven’t had the pleasure of using it, **Companion Mode** is a game-changing feature designed for those of us participating in meetings where dedicated audio and video gear is already in place, such as a Meet Series One room kit. Rather than joining the call with your own mic and camera—which inevitably leads to frustrating echoes and feedback—**Companion Mode allows you to enter as a “companion.”** This means you can engage discreetly without interrupting the flow of conversation. **It’s a simple yet brilliant solution.**

Amplifying Your Experience: Companion Mode on Tablets and Foldables

Picture this: your tablet or foldable transforming into a **personal command center for meetings**. With Companion Mode, you can effortlessly:

• Check in to the room, ensuring your presence is acknowledged.
• Express your reactions with emojis that don’t disrupt the speaker.
• Raise your hand to indicate that you’d like to speak.
• View live captions on your personal screen as discussions unfold.
• Engage in in-call chat with other participants, keeping the conversation lively.
• Zoom in on presented content, making it easier to keep track.
• Utilize a split-screen view to multitask like a pro.

Important Note: To avoid audio feedback, your tablet’s microphone will automatically mute upon joining in Companion Mode. This ensures that the primary meeting hardware handles speaking and listening, allowing for seamless communication.

When Can You Get It?

According to Google, this exciting feature is **rolling out now** with a gradual implementation process:

• Android: Rolling out from June 12 for Rapid Release domains and July 1 for Scheduled Release domains.
• iOS (iPad): Starting June 16 for Rapid Release domains and July 7 for Scheduled Release domains.

The best part? This feature is **available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual subscribers, and even users with personal Google accounts**. It’s refreshing to see such a powerful tool not confined to a specific premium tier!

This is the **kind of smart, practical update** we all appreciate. It recognizes the modern hybrid work environment and enhances our existing devices—transforming tablets and foldables into indispensable assets.