Google Workspace Changes

Admins can now migrate all users from classic Hangouts to Google Chat using the 'Chat preferred' setting.

Google has introduced the 'Chat preferred' setting in the Admin console, allowing administrators to migrate all users from classic Hangouts to Google Chat. When enabled, Google Chat becomes the default chat application for the organization and is integrated directly into Gmail on the web. This integration allows users to access 1:1 and group direct messages, full-screen rooms, bot integrations, and emoji reactions without switching tabs.