Google Meet Now Lets You Apply 1080p Resolution During Video Calls

JAKARTA - Google Meet launched a new capability that allows users to apply image resolution up to 1080p from previously only 720p during video calls.

"For a particular Google Workspace issue, you can set Google Meet video resolution to 1080p. This resolution is available on the web when using a computer with a 1080p camera and sufficient computing power in meetings with two participants," Google said in an announcement found by Engadget.

With this 1080p resolution, users will have sharper image quality on video calls, just like the settings already in rival apps, namely Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Google says that this new high-definition resolution is disabled by default, can be enabled or disabled via the settings menu.

"For users who meet the requirements, they will be asked before entering the meeting about the new 1080p option, or can be activated or disabled through the settings menu," Google added.

Unfortunately, the availability of this new resolution is limited. Google says that users who can access this feature are paid Google Meet subscribers, such as Google Workspace Business Standard or Plus and Enterprise Starter, Standard, Plus, and Essential.

In addition, Google One subscribers can also access higher resolutions if they have at least 2 TB of storage on their devices.

"Not available to Google Workspace Essentials, Business Starter, Education Fundals, Education Standard, Non-profits, and G Suite Basic and Business customers," the announcement concluded.