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Gmail for Android update adds reply and archive from notifications

By Robert Nelson
on 18 Mar, 2013

Google has rolled out the latest update for Gmail on Android. This latest update is available by way of the Google Play Store and it brings some new functionality for those running Jelly Bean. This update also brings some performance improvements for those running older flavors of Android.

Google to combine all its chat services under Babble

By Brian Sin
on 18 Mar, 2013

Google is apparently looking to bring together all of its communication services under one single platform. The platform will be dubbed "Babble", and it will solve Google's fragmented chat services. Right now, Google users can communicate through Google Talk, Google Hangout, Google Voice, Google Chat, Gmail Chat, and Google+. However, those services fail to communicate directly with each other.

Google updates Gmail mobile interface for Android

By Robert Nelson
on 11 Mar, 2013

Google made some changes to the web-based Gmail app for iOS users several months back, and well, as of today it looks like that same update has come available for other mobile platforms. This update includes Android, however users can also expect to see the changes when using a BlackBerry and also a Kindle Fire. And in addition to the update for Gmail on the web, Google has also updated the Gmail Offline app for Chrome on the desktop.

Google extends free Gmail calls through 2013

By Eric Abent
on 26 Dec, 2012

One of the more interesting features of Gmail, as many of you already know, it that it lets you make voice calls in addition to just sending off emails. Google allows free domestic calls within the US and Canada, which is a major bonus, but today it announced that the free calls won't be ending anytime soon. Google has revealed that it will extend free domestic calling for the US and Canada through 2013.

Nielsen’s year-end rundown has Android on top once again

By Eric Abent
on 21 Dec, 2012

It's time for Nielsen to break down the data it collected throughout the year, and once again, we're seeing Android dominate the mobile space as of the end of October 2012. Android had 52% market share at the end of Q3, which places it a significant 17 percentage points ahead of its closest competitor, iOS. BlackBerry managed to secure a third place ranking with 7%, while Windows Phone was only able to boast 2% market share at end of Q3.

Google acknowledges Gmail service issue, notes that it “should be resolved”

By Robert Nelson
on 10 Dec, 2012

A bit earlier today, shortly before noon on the east coast, we began seeing reports of issues with Gmail. Specifically, users were complaining that it was down. Most of the reports were talking about Gmail, however there was also some that mentioned other Google services including Drive and even Chrome.

PSA: You must enable pinch-to-zoom in the new Gmail

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Dec, 2012

Today about 4 years late Google has finally updated their popular Gmail application with one of the most requested features ever. That feature being auto-fit to pages and pinch-to-zoom. Something that should have been available on the Nexus One and beyond. Sadly it has taken ol Google a few too many years to release this update, but now that it's here you'll want to enable the feature.

Gmail update brings pinch-to-zoom to Android 4.0 and above

By Cory Gunther
on 3 Dec, 2012

We have some good news this afternoon to share with everyone regarding Gmail. Today Google has finally updated their mail application for all Android 4.0 and above devices. This update was much anticipated and brings tons of awesome new features to those not enjoying a Nexus device. Now everyone with an up to date phone can enjoy pinch-to-zoom and more.

Gmail update incoming with pinch-to-zoom and swipe to delete features

By Dave LeClair
on 12 Oct, 2012

It looks like version 4.2 of Gmail's Android application will be coming along with some new features, according to a video from Android Police. Not only are they new, but they are features its users have been clamoring for. Probably the most wanted feature for Gmail, pinch to zoom, will finally be made available in this new version, along with a bunch of other cool stuff.