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Google Enhances Gmail for Mobile Users with New Features

Google is introducing updates to its Gmail application for mobile devices, targeting users on both Android and iOS platforms. The latest enhancements include design refinements and access to innovative AI tools.

For owners of Android tablets and foldable devices, the new Gmail interface offers increased flexibility. Users can now adjust the size of the list and conversation panes by dragging the divider, accommodating personal preferences in landscape mode. Additionally, if users prefer a more streamlined view, they can easily switch to a single-pane layout by dragging the divider to one side. This update is currently being rolled out to both Workspace and personal accounts.

On the iOS front, Google is implementing a Material Design 3 update for Gmail, aligning it with the design seen on Android and the revamped web version. This includes new design elements such as rounded search bars and pill-shaped buttons located at the bottom of the interface. The update is also being made available for both Workspace and personal accounts. Furthermore, iOS users will now have the functionality to create and edit birthday events in Google Calendar, mirroring similar capabilities previously available on Android.

In addition to these updates, the Gemini image generator is set to launch within the Gmail app sidebar for Workspace users on both Android and iOS. This feature allows users to generate images directly in the Gmail app, with options to save, copy, or insert them seamlessly into their email drafts, enhancing the overall user experience.

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