Google Workspace Changes

AI-powered 'Help me write' features in Gmail for drafting and refining emails.

Google is introducing 'Help me write' in Gmail, allowing users to draft new messages and replies using AI. Users can refine drafts by formalizing the tone, elaborating on details, shortening the length, or using 'I'm feeling Lucky' for creative variations. The tool also leverages context from previous email threads to create relevant replies.

Stronger protections for sensitive actions in Gmail, including filters, forwarding, and IMAP access.

Google is extending security safeguards to sensitive actions within Gmail. Specifically, when users create or edit filters, add new forwarding addresses, or enable IMAP access, Google will evaluate the session for risk. If a session is deemed risky, the user will be challenged with a 'Verify it's you' prompt requiring a second trusted factor, such as a 2-step verification code. If verification fails or is not completed, a 'Critical security alert' notification is sent to trusted devices.

New custom email layouts in Gmail

As part of a larger beta program, Google is introducing new custom email layouts in Gmail. These layouts enable users to customize existing templates, reuse custom layouts across multiple email campaigns, or create entirely new layouts from scratch.

Gmail translation is now available on Android and iOS mobile apps.

Google has introduced a native translation integration within the Gmail mobile app for Android and iOS, allowing users to translate emails into over 100 languages. A dismissible banner appears when the content language differs from the account's display language, and users can customize settings to always or never translate specific languages.