Google Instant Communications Service
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Google Launches Open, Instant Communications Service
Google Talk Enables Free Calling and IM for Gmail Users
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. – August 24, 2005 – Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG)
today launched Google Talk, a downloadable Windows application from
Google that enables Gmail users to quickly and easily talk or IM with
their friends for free. Google is focused on developing innovative
technologies that enhance people’s lives, and Google Talk encourages
and simplifies instant communication across the web.
„At Google, we’re continually investing in areas where we can make
technological change, and we recognize the importance of efficient
instant communications and information exchange,” said Georges Harik,
director, Product Management, Google Inc. „Google Talk further enriches
our users’ communications experience, whether they choose to
communicate via email, IM, or a call.”
Google Talk
Google Talk was developed to make it faster and easier for people to
connect to the information they need. Key features include:
· Superior voice quality through just a computer microphone and
speaker
· Simple and intuitive user interface – no clutter, pop-ups or ads
· Shared Gmail contacts list so there’s no need to maintain
different contacts lists
Gmail users can download Google Talk by visiting
http://www.google.com/talk/. Once they download the application, they
can begin inviting others by clicking „Add friend” from the Google
Talk interface. Those invited to Google Talk will also receive a free
Gmail account, if they do not currently have one.
Open Communications Model
Google believes that users should have a choice in what applications
they use for communication. Built to support industry standards, Google
Talk enables Google users to connect to the Google Talk service and
exchange IMs using any client that does the same, including Trillian,
Adium, iChat, GAIM, and Psi.
The company is also committed to working with other service providers
to create a federation model that enables users on any member network
to talk to users on any other member network in a secure and abuse-free
manner. Google is currently working with EarthLink to federate with
their Vling communications service and with Sipphone on federating
their Gizmo Project.
Greater Availability of Gmail
Google Talk requires a Gmail username and password, and starting today,
Google is making it easier for anyone in the U.S. with access to a
mobile phone to sign up for a Gmail account. When users visit
http://gmail.com and enter their mobile phone number, they will receive
an invitation code via a text message. This code enables them to open
an account. With a Gmail account, users can try both Gmail and Google
Talk, and begin inviting their friends and family to talk with them for
free over email, IM or a voice call.
About Google Inc.
Google’s innovative search technologies connect millions of people
around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by
Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a
top web property in all major global markets. Google’s targeted
advertising program provides businesses of all sizes with measurable
results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google
is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout the
Americas, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.google.com.
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