Gmail, the email service provided by Alphabet Inc's (NASDAQ:GOOGL) (NASDAQ:GOOG) subsidiary Google, has introduced dynamic summary cards that will make it easier for users to track purchases, events, bills, and travel details directly from their inboxes.
What Happened: The new summary cards in Gmail are designed to simplify the management of important information that often gets lost in the clutter of emails and apps.
These cards have been revamped to provide a more comprehensive and dynamic experience. The new features include action buttons for adding events to the calendar, reminders for bill payments, and real-time updates on deliveries.
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These summary cards will now be available in more sections within Gmail, such as the "Happening soon" section of the inbox and in Gmail search. They will also be more powerful on the backend, organizing key information from related emails and updating in real-time.
Why It Matters: The updated summary cards will be available across four common email categories: Purchases, Events, Bills, and Travel. They will offer users quick access to essential information and relevant actions, such as "Get directions," "Invite others," "Track package," "Check in," "Remind me," or "Mark as paid."
The cards will also be dynamic, providing users with real-time updates on upcoming events, deliveries, and deadlines.
A new "Happening soon" section at the top of inboxes will allow users to see the most timely updates without opening individual emails. The section will initially show purchase summary cards and will only appear when relevant.
With this update, Gmail aims to streamline the management of important information for its users.
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