Google Meet and Teams now work together on Android hardware

Google announced that the preview feature allowing Google Meet hardware to join Microsoft Teams calls, and Teams hardware to join Meet calls, is now generally available on Android (AOSP) devices. The change applies to any organization that uses Google Meet rooms or Microsoft Teams Rooms built on Android, and the rollout started on October 1, with most customers seeing the option within one to three days.

How the new interoperability works

The feature bridges two of the most common video‑conferencing platforms used by small businesses. When enabled, a Meet‑branded conference room running Android can dial into a Teams meeting just as it would a regular Meet link. Likewise, a Teams‑branded room can connect to a Meet meeting. The underlying hardware does not need new firmware; the change is delivered as a software update to the Android operating system. Google describes the capability as "Join Microsoft Teams meetings from Android (AOSP)-based Google Meet hardware devices" and "Join Google Meet meetings from Android (AOSP)-based Microsoft Teams Rooms devices" in its rollout notes.

What admins need to do

To take advantage of the new cross‑platform support, administrators must turn on a setting in the Google Workspace Admin console. The help article titled Allow Meet hardware to join third‑party video conferencing services walks through the steps. In short, admins should:

• Sign in to the Google Workspace Admin console.
• Navigate to Devices > Meet hardware.
• Locate the Third‑party video conferencing option and enable it.
• Save the changes and allow the next scheduled rollout to apply.

The setting is applied at the domain level, so it affects all eligible Meet devices under that domain. For organizations that manage both Meet and Teams rooms, the same toggle also permits Teams hardware to accept Meet invites.

Practical steps for end users

Once the admin setting is active, end users can join a meeting from the room device using the familiar meeting code or link. The process differs slightly depending on which device they are using:

• From a Google Meet room: Open the Meet app, select Join a meeting, and paste the Teams meeting link or code.
• From a Microsoft Teams room: Open the Teams app, choose Join a meeting, and enter the Meet link or meeting ID.
• Both cases: The room’s speaker, microphone, and camera work as usual; no additional software is required.

If a user encounters a connection issue, the first step is to verify that the admin has enabled the third‑party option. The help center also lists troubleshooting tips such as checking network firewall rules and confirming the device is running the latest Android version.

Why this matters for small businesses

Small teams often rely on a single video‑conferencing solution because of cost or simplicity, but partners, clients, or contractors may use a different platform. Before this update, joining a meeting on the “other side” typically required a laptop or a separate device, adding friction and increasing the chance of technical glitches. By allowing the room hardware itself to act as a bridge, organizations can:

• Reduce the number of devices needed for hybrid meetings.
• Keep meeting rooms tidy and focused on a single interface.
• Lower support overhead, since the same hardware can serve both platforms.
• Improve the experience for external participants who may be more comfortable with their preferred platform.

For businesses that already invest in Google Meet rooms or Microsoft Teams Rooms, the interoperability feature essentially doubles the return on that investment. It also aligns with the broader trend of using flexible, cloud‑based tools that can adapt to partners’ preferences without costly re‑configurations.

Next steps and resources

If you manage a Google Workspace domain, start by reviewing the admin help page on enabling third‑party video services. After the setting is live, test the feature with a colleague on the opposite platform to confirm the workflow fits your team's needs. For ongoing guidance, the Google Workspace What’s new in Google Workspace? help center provides updates on related features. Finally, if you are looking for ways to automate routine tasks around meeting scheduling or follow‑up, check out our AI resources: Want your tools to take more busywork off your plate? Find where AI and automation actually fit.

By enabling this built‑in interoperability, small businesses can keep meetings flowing smoothly, regardless of whether a partner prefers Meet or Teams. The change is a practical example of how cloud services are evolving to meet real‑world collaboration needs without adding complexity.