Google Workspace Wednesday

Issue #74 / 30-OCT-24

Introducing a new look and feel for Google Calendar on the web

There is now a refreshed user interface in Google Calendar that is in line with Google Material Design. The update includes controls that are more modern and accessible, interface typography that uses Google’s custom-designed and highly-legible typefaces, and iconography that is legible and crisp, with a fresh feel. Google is also introducing the ability to toggle between light mode, dark mode or device default theme options. This will provide you with a more comfortable, customizable viewing experience and can also reduce battery usage.

Refine emails faster with updates to the “Polish” shortcut in Gmail

In August, Google announced Help me write and Refine my draft shortcuts on mobile devices. Now, Google is expanding the Help me write shortcut to web and introducing a Polish shortcut on web and mobile that helps you refine emails even faster.

The Gemini app is now a core service with enterprise-grade data protection for more Google Workspace editions

As Google recently announced, the standalone Gemini app (gemini.google.com) will now be included as part of most Google Workspace editions. With enterprise-grade data protections built in, users can now save time and deliver higher quality work — securely and compliantly — with an AI-powered assistant at work.