Google Meet just made looking sharp on video calls a whole lot easier. The platform has rolled out two major upgrades to its custom background feature, giving users more ways to personalize their virtual presence. First, there’s an upgraded image generation model that promises significantly better visuals and more accurate representations of user requests. Second, a slew of new preset styles—like Tropical Beach, Sci-fi Spaceship, and Professional Office—are here to spark creativity. Who says work calls can’t be fun?
The new features are part of Google’s ongoing effort to enhance the video conferencing experience. In a blog post, the company highlighted the improved image generation model, which delivers “better visual appeal and quality.” Whether you’re aiming for a cozy living room vibe or a fantasy castle backdrop, the options are now more polished and diverse. But here’s the catch: admins need to enable the feature before users can dive in. So, if you’re itching to try it out, you might need to nudge your IT team.
The upgrades are available for Google Workspace Business, Standard, Plus, Enterprise, and Gemini Education tiers. If you’ve already purchased Gemini Business, Enterprise, or AI Meetings and Messages add-ons, you’re in luck—this feature is included. And let’s not forget the automatic framing tool, which recently became available across all Google Workspace tiers. It ensures you’re perfectly centered and visible during calls, so you always look your best. With these updates, Google Meet is proving that even virtual meetings can have a touch of flair.v
