But they also mention that Hangouts API will stop working [1]. Which is kinda strange: if Hangouts is the new thing then why to shutdown the API? I'm asking th

But they also mention that Hangouts API will stop working [1]. Which is kinda strange: if Hangouts is the new thing then why to shutdown the API? I'm asking this more from a developer perspective: lets suppose one wants to integrate their app with google "chat / collaboration" systems (like one can integrate with Slack, Facebook, etc.). What to do? I have feeling that Google executives are thinking something like this "lets just buy Slack and call the day". What are you thoughts about this? [1] http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/3002204/google-is-shutting-down-hangouts-api-as-it-lures-consumers-towards-allo-and-duo http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/3002204/google-is-s...