Say hello to Allo: A month after the launch of Duo, Google’s latest attempt at messaging Allo is now available in India. The Google Assistant-infused Allo is rolling out on Android and iOS starting today with a full worldwide availability in the next few days.Google Allo, a smart messaging app that helps you say more and do more. Express yourself better with stickers, doodles, and HUGE emojis & text. Allo brings you the Google Assistant, preview edition.
Features:
- Smart Reply
- Ink
- Stickers
- SHOUT or whisper
- Google Assistant
- Incognito mode
Like in Inbox, Allo can suggest context appropriate Smart Reply for both text and images. They appear just under the last received message and can include emoji. Over time, the replies improve through machine learning and mimic how you normally express yourself in conversations.Google Assistant the marquee feature of Allo and can be brought up directly in any thread by typing “@google.” It automatically suggest things like restaurant recommendations and bring up cards for both parties to browse. Additionally, there is an Assistant-specific thread that is essentially “Ok Google” with questions typed out and answers delivered through text.Like Duo, Allo requires a phone number to register. Google notes that you can message those not using Allo through SMS or with app preview messages on Android. The app is available on the iOS App Store and still rolling out on the Play Store.
Get it from Playstore or iOS App Store
Intro Video from Google
