The Latest Breaking News from Google Chat

Google Chat's loading speed is quicker thanks to this tiny change

Google is changing the URL used to access Google Chat in order to speed up loading times, and it's adding a long-overdue feature too.

Android Central · Dec 15, 2025

I tested Google Chat and found it does its job well when it comes to integrating chat with Google’s productivity software

Our Google Chat review assesses if this messaging app stands on its own or is just a nice bonus feature of Google Workplace’s productivity software.

TechRadar · Oct 9, 2025

Gmail will now let you react to emails with emojis

Google is rolling out a Gmail tweak that'll let users reply and react to emails with emojis, much like Slack or Google Chat.

Android Central · Apr 30, 2025

Gemini will yada yada your Google Chat into a neat summary

Google Gemini will starts assisting with summarizing Google Chat conversations.

TechRadar · Nov 6, 2024

Google Chat's floating tabs are getting a splash of Material You color

Google Chat's bottom bar is getting a Material You refresh for a more cohesive look.

Android Central · Oct 23, 2024

Google Chat's Gemini update gives you all the deets before opening a thread

Google detailed a new update for its Chat app that brings a time-saving Gemini feature.

Android Central · Oct 21, 2024

Google Chat users can now share video messages similar to WhatsApp

Google Chat has finally caught up to rival messaging apps with the incorporation of new useful features this year.

Android Central · Oct 9, 2024

Google Chat now lets you automate your favorite apps and services with IFTTT integration

Google Chat is now more powerful than ever thanks to IFTTT and UKG Flow.

Android Central · Aug 28, 2024

Google Chat now works with Slack and Microsoft Teams

Google Chat can now chat with Slack and Teams directly, no more app juggling to talk to everyone.

Android Central · Apr 20, 2024

Google Chat will now play nice with all your other work messaging platforms

You can now connect your Google Chat with Microsoft Teams and Slack, but there’s a potentially pricey catch.

TechRadar · Apr 19, 2024