Google has expanded an accessibility feature in Google Meet, making it easier for people who use sign language interpreters to take part in video calls on mobile devices.
Announced on 21 October 2026, the update brings video tile pairing to Android and iPhone users. The feature allows two people in a meeting to link their video tiles so that other participants can see them side by side.
This is particularly useful for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing and use sign language interpreters during online meetings.
For example, a person using an Auslan interpreter can pair their video with the interpreter’s, helping other participants keep both people in view throughout the conversation.
When either person speaks, both video tiles are highlighted. Live captions also identify the paired participants.
The feature was previously available on the web, but is now being introduced to mobile devices. The Android rollout began on 12 October, while the iPhone rollout started on 2 November 2026.
Video tile pairing is available to Google Workspace customers and people with personal Google accounts, although the gradual rollout means it may not appear for everyone immediately.
For more information, read Google’s announcement about video tile pairing in Google Meet for mobile devices.