Google Workspace is introducing a new, integrated view for Gmail that makes it easier to move between email, Google Meet, Google Chat, and Google Spaces. Some highlights of the new format give you the ability to:
- move between your inbox, important conversations, and join meetings without having to switch between tabs or open a new window
- stay on top of what immediately needs your attention via Notification bubbles
- view a full list of conversations and Spaces within a single screen for easier navigation and engagement
- see both email and chat results when using the search bar, making it easier to find what you need by eliminating the need to search within a specific product
- view the full array of Mail and Label options when working in your inbox
Google Timeline
February 8, 2022: Google Workspace users can opt-in to test the new experience
April 2022: Google Workspace will begin pushing out the new experience to all users but users will be able to revert to classic Gmail via settings
End of Q2 2022: The new experience will become the standard and there will no longer be an option to revert to the classic Gmail format
Example of current version with the opt-in pop-up box
Example of new integrated view in Gmail