December 2015
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Chromebox for meetings updates from December 2015
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2015-12-03Other
On-screen volume controls added.
In addition to physical buttons on the speaker/mic, users can now adjust the volume using on-screen controls added to the Chromebox for meetings user interface.
Release: Both • Rapid: 2015-12-03 • Scheduled: 2015-12-03 -
2015-12-03Other
Admin notifications for offline devices.
Domain administrators can now be notified via email or SMS when a Chromebox for meetings device goes offline.
Release: Both • Rapid: 2015-12-03 • Scheduled: 2015-12-03 -
2015-12-03Other
Performance optimizations for audio, video, and screensharing.
Various performance improvements have been implemented, including WebRTC updates to reduce audio echoing, faster HD resolution, smoother video rendering, the OPUS codec for improved audio quality, and faster updates for complex on-screen changes during screensharing. These require an upgrade to Chrome OS 47.
Release: Both • Rapid: 2015-12-03 • Scheduled: 2015-12-03 -
2015-12-03Other
Guest access support for Google Hangouts meetings.
Google Hangouts now supports meeting participants who do not have Google accounts, allowing for broader access to video conferencing on Chromebox for meetings devices.
Release: Both • Rapid: 2015-12-03 • Scheduled: 2015-12-03