What are the new Gemini AI features in Gmail?

Gmail now offers AI Overviews to summarize threads, an AI Inbox to filter clutter and identify VIPs, and enhanced 'Help Me Write' features.

Can I ask Gmail AI questions about my emails?

Yes, with a Google AI Pro or Ultra subscription, you can ask Gemini natural language questions about your inbox content.

How does Google's new AI Inbox work?

The AI Inbox uses Gemini to crawl your inbox, identify messages from VIPs, and create a list of recommended to-dos, filtering out clutter.

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Gmail Gets Smarter: Gemini AI Transforms Your Inbox

9 Jan

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Summary

Gemini AI powers new free Gmail features like AI Overviews.
Users can ask natural language questions about their inbox.
AI Inbox will filter clutter and prioritize messages from VIPs.

Gmail Gets Smarter: Gemini AI Transforms Your Inbox

Google is integrating Gemini AI into the free version of Gmail, bringing advanced features previously limited to paid tiers. AI Overviews will now summarize lengthy email conversations, providing key points at a glance. A significant new capability allows users to ask natural language questions about their inbox, such as finding specific quotes or details from past communications without manual searching.

The AI Inbox feature, set to roll out broadly in the coming months, promises to declutter inboxes by identifying and prioritizing emails from important contacts. This personalized briefing system aims to help users focus on essential messages. Google assures users that data analysis is performed with robust privacy protections, keeping information secure and under user control.

Additionally, Google's 'Help Me Write' AI tool is now available to all users for free, offering writing assistance and proofreading. Future updates will integrate context from other Google apps. A new 'Proofread' feature will provide advanced grammar and style checks, while 'Suggested Replies' will offer typing assistance, further enhancing Gmail's utility for everyday communication.