Google introduced Google+ Hangouts in 2011 and became a popular feature in Google+ is now available to all Gmail users in India.
Unlike the old video chat of Gmail which was based on peer-to-peer technology, Hangouts utilize the power of Google's network to deliver higher reliability and enhanced quality," said a Google blog post. "You'll be able to chat with all the people in your chat list that you did before and, in fact, with Hangouts you'll now be able to reach them not only when they are using Gmail but also if they are on Google+ in the browser or on their Android or iOS devices.

Hangouts for Gmail allows users to add up to 9 people to a voice chat. Using Hangouts, Gmail users can watch YouTube videos with their friends, collaborate on Google Docs, or play games by adding apps from a menu. You can also use virtual effects like pirate hats, moustaches, beards, halos and other personal decorations.
How to Start Google+ Hangouts
To begin using Google+ Hangouts, you have to click the Hangout button on the top of the chat list in Gmail. Users can also schedule a hangout using Google Calendar.
Now, Just relax and sit back and watch this video which explains every cool feature of Google+ Hangouts for Gmail.
Google hasn't been lazy at anytime with rolling out updates and improving the user experience on Gmail like this.


Hangouts for Gmail allows users to add up to 9 people to a voice chat. Using Hangouts, Gmail users can watch YouTube videos with their friends, collaborate on Google Docs, or play games by adding apps from a menu. You can also use virtual effects like pirate hats, moustaches, beards, halos and other personal decorations.
How to Start Google+ Hangouts
To begin using Google+ Hangouts, you have to click the Hangout button on the top of the chat list in Gmail. Users can also schedule a hangout using Google Calendar.

Now, Just relax and sit back and watch this video which explains every cool feature of Google+ Hangouts for Gmail.
Google hasn't been lazy at anytime with rolling out updates and improving the user experience on Gmail like this.

