Hangouts gets a hefty update

Hangouts gets a hefty update

Hangouts is simple, resourceful and very convenient to use. You can even use it for text messaging and Google Voice calls, yet it feels like such a sleek app. Google has done a great job with it, and they are not stopping anytime soon.

The Hangouts app for Android has just been updated with a very hefty update that is also to come to iOS very soon. New features include a set of 16 sticker packs, new video filters for video calls, the ability to add people based on their phone number, easy location sharing and “last seen” timestamps.

By the way, the “last seen” stamps feature, which show you when users were last active, will be rolling out over the coming week. Be patient.

Opinion: I have to say I am most excited about location sharing and the “last seen” feature. I am just not much of a video call and sticker packs guy. Which new features are you most eager to test?