Google is making a big play to bring Google Duo video calling to the broadest possible range of platforms. Initially released for two-way video calls on Android and iOS smartphones, the next step wastablets, then on thewebfor Windows and iOS computers and Chromebooks, and most recently the camera-lessGoogle Home Hub(video incoming, audio outgoing). Now it appears two-way audio-only Duo calls may be possible soon on Google Homesmart speakers, according toAndroid Police.
When reviewers discovered the ability to make Duo calls on the Google Home Hub, albeit with incoming video only, Google confirmed the Home Hub could only support audio for the outgoing side of Duo calls. Oddly, however, two-way audio-only calls were not supported.
Early indications of audio-only Duo calls with Google Home speakers occurred when two users reported success in setting up and completing calls. In one case the consumer was setting up a new Google Home Mini when a screen popped up that stated the user could, “Use your existing Duo account for audio calls on your Google Home Mini. Your friends and family can reach you at [redacted].”
https://twitter.com/gblandro/status/1101224927875813376
A second user Tweeted a screenshot of the same the same message. The original tipster couldn’t get Duo to make an audio call from speaker to speaker at first, but he soon received help from another user.
https://twitter.com/gblandro/status/1101311200976142336
After exchanging tips on making it work, both users reported success complete with video proof.
https://twitter.com/gblandro/status/1101337662286376961
So last thing: video proof!pic.twitter.com/tGi1zqpuuG
— dee (@dee_lsb)August 20, 2025
If you own a Google Home or Google Home Mini smart speaker, here’s how to check whether you can make Duo audio-only calls with your device:
Based on the assumption that Google is likely to roll out Duo audio-only calls for Google Home smart speakers soon, we’ll keep checking and will cycle back with an update either when we get it working or when Google makes a public announcement about the feature.
