Google first introduced AI-generated backgrounds in 2023. Users could generate custom environments for video calls on Google Meet. However, the quality of the backgrounds didn't impress anyone.

In the Google Meet app (version 277.0.693808058.duo.android_20241105.16_p1), we were able to finally use the feature. You can see the AI background generator in action in the video below.

I used Gemini AI to create custom Google Meet backgrounds. Here’s how it works — and why I recommend trying it for your next video call.

All of this can be done when you're already in a meeting, too. If you're using an Android device for Google Meet, you have to open the Meet app and tap the "Effects" button on the bottom of your ...