Google to roll out WhatsApp-like Web client soon

Google recently updated its Allo app with 9.0 version, and now it seems the tech giant, taking inspiration from WhatsApp, may soon roll out a desktop client for Allo users, according to 9to5Google. Nick Fox, Google’s VP of Communications Products recently teased a desktop client in the works on Twitter and 9.0 version hints that it will work pretty similar to how WhatsApp Web does.

Still in early development, but coming to a desktop near you... #GoogleAllo #SneakPeek pic.twitter.com/f7QNFH7IHO

— Nick Fox (@RealNickFox) February 24, 2017

Similar to WhatsApp Web, Allo web client will allow users access their messages over the desktop simply by scanning the QR code. There is also a provision for a text code to pair up over the web.

Google Allo 9.0's code also reveals many other upcoming features. For example, there is one Quick Selfie feature, which will open a small camera view for taking a selfie and sending it quickly mid-conversation. Google is also working on the function to backup Allo chats and media content on Google Drive and external storage.

Though, currently Incognito chats are limited to individuals, however, this could soon arrive for group chats as well. As the name suggests, chats in incognito mode will leave no trace, and no chat history will be saved.

The features are currently under testing phase, but Google is expected to commercially launch the web client soon.