Google's email service Gmail recently announced the launch of multiple deep-integrated AI features, aiming to revolutionize users' email processing efficiency through generative AI technology. The most notable is the new "AI Inbox," which acts like a personal assistant, automatically organizing tasks and summarizing important updates for users.

This "AI Inbox" uses a two-column design, including two core sections: "Suggested Tasks" and "Topic Tracking." It no longer simply lists emails but can proactively identify the content of emails. For example, it will automatically remind you that a bill is due tomorrow or inform you that a package has been delivered. Google Vice President Blake Barnes stated that this feature aims to free users from spam and trivial information, focusing on core tasks.

In addition to smart classification, Gmail's search functionality has also seen a significant improvement. Users can now ask questions using natural language, such as "Who was the contractor who gave me a quote last year?" The AI will quickly sift through thousands of emails and directly provide an answer without requiring users to manually search for keywords. In addition, Google has launched a feature called "Proofread," which is similar to Grammarly, allowing users to optimize the wording, tone, and logic structure of their emails with one click.

Notably, Google has also demonstrated its commitment to accessible AI. High-end features such as "Help Me Write," email summaries, and smart replies, which were previously available only to paid members, are now officially open to all global Gmail users. Regarding user concerns about privacy, Google reiterated that these AI features can be freely turned on or off, and the system will not use private email data to train the base model.

Key points:

  • 📬 Personalized AI Assistant: The new Gmail introduces an AI-specific inbox that automatically summarizes tasks and categorizes important information such as finance and shopping.

  • 🔍 Natural Language Search: Users can now find email details by asking direct questions, and the AI will extract precise answers from the user's personalized "email brain."

  • 🎁 Multiple Features Available Free to All: Features like "Help Me Write" and email summaries, which were previously paid, are now available to all users, significantly lowering the barrier to using AI tools.