Learn how to use Hangouts on your Samsung Galaxy S5. Hangouts is a free Windows and web-based application for instant messaging offered by Google.
You can connect with your friends across computers and various Android devices. You can have conversations or video calls with up to 10 friends.
Note: The first time you use Hangouts, you will need to download the updated application from the Play Store.
When the Play Store page displays, tap Update.
- Log on to your Google account if you have not already done so. For more information, refer to Create Google Account .
- From the Home screen, tap Apps icon > Hangouts icon.
- The first time you access Hangouts, tap Confirm to confirm your mobile number. If the number is not correct, tap Edit Number to change it.
- Begin using Hangouts.