A new feature in Google Meet may solve the pernicious and annoying problem of microphone echo in the current videoconferencing work life.

In a recent blog post, the company stated that Google Meet has an enhanced alert system that informs you that you may be the source of echo feedback. At this time, it is difficult to discern who is the source of the annoying feedback, and Google is hoping to put an end to frustrating video calls.

"In most cases, Meet intelligently controls the audio to eliminate echoes. However, echoes still occur, and you may hear echoes from your device when others speak," Google said in a blog post on Workspace Updates. 'Until now, it's been difficult to know when your device is causing an echo. Now, when the system detects a noticeable echo and other call participants can hear it, you will be notified with a red dot on the Other Options button, along with a text notification."

"We've also added a new feature to the Google Meet system, which allows you to call other callers and have them listen in on your device.

Google Meet already offers automatic echo correction, but this may not be sufficient for some web conferences. The new alerts will allow Google to identify which microphone is causing the problem. With this new feature, users will no longer have to leave the meeting to resolve annoying microphone issues.

Recommended fixes include lowering the volume, muting the microphone, or using a headset. Only the person who caused the problem will receive a notification and address the issue on their end, allowing the meeting to continue while the problem is being resolved. This feature will be automatically enabled for all Google Workspace, G Suite Basic, and G Suite Business customers without requiring any additional functionality from the administrator. This new feature will be available starting Monday, August 23 and will be completed over the next 15 days.

When Google detects an echo during a call, a red dot will appear in the lower right corner of the screen. The user receives a message. This notification will include a link to a Help Center web page with details on how to reduce the echo; Google may suggest that the user lower the volume.