Allo and Duo
Google’s new smart messaging and video calling apps
Allo and Duo launched on May 18, 2016 with 375 votes, #40 of 3,824 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.
In plain words
Allo and Duo are Google's messaging and video calling applications designed for Android and iOS devices. Allo provides smart messaging features with integrated search and Google Assistant capabilities, while Duo focuses on simple, high-quality video calling. These apps serve users seeking streamlined communication tools with Google's technology integration built in.
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From the sources
Today we’re sharing a preview of two new apps that take a fresh look at how people connect: Allo, a smart messaging app, and Duo, a simple, fast one-to-one video calling app.
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