It looks like the Google Duo may soon stop working on non-certified Android devices, following the trend set by the Google messaging app.
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Uncertified Android devices
Earlier this week, an update to the Google Messaging app included a warning that the app would stop working on “non-certified” Android devices. More specifically, a certified device is one that has been tested by Google, is allowed to use the name “Android” and comes with a set of Google applications, including Play Services.
For the average person who simply buys known phones from their operator or retailer, the chances of ever encountering a non-certified device are minimal. That said, a notable example is that recent Huawei devices are not certified for Play Services.
The latest Google Duo update – version 123, now released via the Play Store – includes a warning similar to the one included in Google Messages.
Duo will be leaving soon.
Since you are using an unsupported device, Duo will soon unregister your account on this device. Download your clips and call history to avoid losing them.
Although the phrase is slightly different, mentioning “an unsupported device” instead of “non-certified” Android devices, a quick look at the Google Duo application code reveals that it is actually linked to “GmsCompliance”.
In short, if your Android phone is not properly certified to use Google Play Services, it may soon lose its ability to make and receive calls from the Google Duo. Unlike the Google Messages notice specifying March 31, Google Duo does not share when it precisely stops working on the affected devices.
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