por | Out 22, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Earlier this year, we launched Google Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs in open beta for the Gemini app. Beginning today, we’re pleased to announce that Google Calendar, Google Keep and Google Tasks are also available as Workspace extensions in the Gemini app.
Who’s impacted
Admins and end users
Why you’d use it
Extensions allow the Gemini app to interact with other Google apps and services, helping to provide more contextual and relevant responses to your prompts and take certain actions across apps. For example, you can use extensions to:
Calendar
Create an event in Google Calendar based on specific details or based on your conversation with the Gemini appFind events for a specific day, date range, or based on event detailsEdit or cancel events in Calendar
Tasks
Add reminders and tasks, including those based on your conversation with the Gemini appView a list of your tasks and update your tasks
Keep
Create notes and lists, including those based on your conversation with the Gemini appAdd an item to your existing listFind content from your notes and listsReference your notes and lists in your conversation with the Gemini app
Additional details
If your prompt includes multiple actions that require separate apps or services, but one or more of the required services are not enabled, neither of the actions will be completed. For example, if you prompt Gemini to create an event on your calendar and a reminder for that event but the Tasks extension is not enabled, the event will not be added to your calendar and you will not get a reminder.As a reminder, during the open beta period, Context-Aware Access (CAA) for Gmail, Drive, Docs, Calendar, Keep and Tasks isn’t supported with Google Workspace extensions. Context-Aware Access gives you control over which apps a user can access based on their context, such as whether their device complies with your IT policy.
Learn more about Context-Aware Access.Google Workspace extensions is not available to Google Workspace users accessing
Gemini as an additional Google service.Note that Google Workspace personal content the Gemini app gets from extensions is not reviewed by anyone to improve AI models, not used to train AI models, and not shared with other users or institutions.
Getting started
Admins: Google Workspace extensions in Gemini are OFF by default and can be enabled at the OU or Group level.If Google Workspace extensions are already enabled, then the Workspace extensions for Calendar, Keep and Tasks will show up automatically for your users.Visit the Help Center to learn more about
turning Google Workspace extensions on or off for your organization.
End users: If enabled by your admin, connecting Google Workspace allows users to summarize, get quick answers, and find information from Calendar, Keep and Tasks in addition to Gmail, Docs, and Drive directly in Gemini. Visit the Help Center to learn more about using Google Workspace extensions.
Rollout pace
Availability
Available for Google Workspace customers with these add-ons:
Gemini BusinessGemini EnterpriseGemini EducationGemini Education Premium
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por | Out 28, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
In August, we announced Help me write and Refine my draft shortcuts on mobile devices. Today, we’re excited to expand Help me write to web and introduce a Polish shortcut on web and mobile that helps you refine emails even faster.
On web, the Help me write shortcut will now appear in the body of the email when an email draft is empty. The Polish shortcut will appear for drafts with 12+ words, and pressing the shortcut text or typing Ctrl+H will automatically show a polished email output.
On mobile, the Help me write shortcut will continue to appear in the body of the email when an email draft is empty. The Polish shortcut will now appear for drafts with 12+ words. Swiping on the shortcut text will automatically show a polished email output. From there, users can tap a refinement chip (Formalize, Elaborate or Shorten) to edit the draft in place.
Getting started
Rollout pace
Web:
Android & iOS:
Availability
Available for Google Workspace customers with:
Gemini Business and Enterprise add-on Gemini Education and Education Premium add-onGoogle One AI Premium
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por | Out 25, 2024 | Noticias
New updates
There are no new updates to share this week. Please see below for a recap of published announcements.
Previous announcements
The announcements below were published on the Workspace Updates blog earlier this week. Please refer to the original blog posts for complete details.
Preview summaries of unread conversations in the Google Chat home view with the help of Gemini
Gemini in Google Chat can now help you catch up on unread conversations in the Chat home view with summaries. | Learn more about
summaries in Chat home. Expanding Google Workspace extensions available in open beta for the Gemini app
Earlier this year, we launched Google Workspace extensions for Gmail, Google Drive and Google Docs in open beta for the Gemini app. Now, we’re pleased to announce that Google Calendar, Google Keep and Google Tasks are also available as Workspace extensions in the Gemini app. | Learn more about
extensions in the Gemini app. Improved comments experience in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides on Android tablets
Earlier this year, we introduced a new comments experience in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides on web. This week, we announced a similar update to Android tablets for viewing, navigating, and replying to comments, especially on-the-go. | Learn more about
comments on Android tablets. A smoother, more modern video player in Google Drive
We’ve introduced a new look and feel, and enhanced functionality for the video player within Google Drive that makes it easier and more enjoyable to watch your videos. | Learn more about
the video player in Drive. Introducing a new look and feel for Google Calendar on the web
This week, you’ll notice a refreshed user interface in Google Calendar that is in line with Google Material Design 3 and includes: 1) Controls (like buttons, dialogs, and sidebars) that are more modern and accessible, 2) Interface typography that uses Google’s custom-designed and highly-legible typefaces, and 3) Iconography that is legible and crisp, with a fresh feel. | Learn more about the
new look of Calendar. Audit security settings using the Policy API, now available in open beta
Simplifying the management of Workspace settings continues to be a priority for us. To that end, we’re introducing new tools to help streamline the process for admins. Launching to open beta this week, we’re pleased to introduce the Policy API, which will help super admins programmatically access information regarding how their Google Workspace environment service level settings and rules are configured. | Learn more about
the Policy API beta.The Gemini app is now a core service with enterprise-grade data protection for more Google Workspace editions
Completed rollouts
Rapid Release Domains:
Scheduled Release Domains:
Rapid and Scheduled Release Domains:
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What’s changing
As we recently announced, driven by our belief that generative AI can be transformative for every user, 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.
Beginning today, the Gemini app is now available as a core service with enterprise-grade data protection for Google Workspace users with the following editions:
Business Starter, Business Standard, Business PlusEnterprise Starter, Enterprise Standard, Enterprise PlusFrontline Starter, Frontline StandardEssentials, Enterprise Essentials, Enterprise Essentials PlusEducation Standard, Education Plus Google Workspace for Nonprofits
Note: For Education customers,
added data protection is available in the Gemini app as either a core or additional service.
Admin console service settings update
As part of this launch, we will be streamlining the Gemini app service settings in the Admin console. Specifically, we will be transitioning to a single checkbox for the user access setting:
The updated Gemini service setting (Admin console > Generative AI > Gemini app > User Access)
When the setting is unchecked (default state for most customers), the Gemini app as a core service with enterprise-grade data protection will be enabled only for:
Gemini for Workspace licensed usersUsers with a qualifying Workspace edition
When the setting is checked, the Gemini app will be enabled for all users, specifically:
Gemini for Workspace licensed usersUsers with a qualifying Workspace editionUsers without a qualifying Workspace edition can access the Gemini app as an
additional serviceBroader availability of Workspace extensions in Gemini
Getting started
Admins: For new Google Workspace Business, Enterprise, and Frontline customers: Access to the Gemini app as a core service with enterprise-grade data protection will be ON by default. For existing Google Workspace Business, Enterprise, and Frontline customers: Refer to
New core services coming to Google Workspace for the default service setting.For new Workspace for Education customers: Access to the Gemini app will be OFF by default for Primary and Secondary (K12) customers, and ON by default for Higher Education customers.Visit the Help Center to learn more about
turning the Gemini app on or off for users.
End users: Visit the Help Center to learn more about using the Gemini app.
Rollout pace
Availability
This update is applicable for Google Workspace:
Business Starter, Business Standard, Business PlusEnterprise Starter, Enterprise Standard, Enterprise PlusFrontline Starter, Frontline StandardEssentials, Enterprise Essentials, Enterprise Essentials PlusGoogle Workspace for Nonprofits editionEducation Standard, Education Plus
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por | Out 24, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Simplifying the management of Workspace settings continues to be a priority for us. To that end, we’re introducing new tools to help streamline the process for admins.
Launching to open beta today, we’re pleased to introduce the Policy API, which will help super admins programmatically access information regarding how their Google Workspace environment service level settings and rules are configured. With the Policy API, customers gain a comprehensive view of all their settings, giving them a holistic view of Workspace security and compliance configurations. Admins will no longer have to navigate through numerous pages in the Admin Console.
To start, the Policy API is available as a read-only API. In future releases, admins will be able to use the API to create, update, and delete their settings, as well as data loss prevention (DLP) rules. Admins will be able to use the API to audit certain settings in the following categories:
Authentication controls such as account recovery, advanced protection program, login challenges, passwords.ChatClassroomDocs and Drive Gmail GroupsMarketplaceMeet SitesTakeout
The Policy API can also be used to read DLP rules, including the ability to:
Read all DLP rule configurations in the admin console, including: rule names and descriptions; applicable organization units (OUs) and groups; triggers and conditions; and app-specific alert actions.Read existing DLP detectors available in the admin console including the detector name, description, and wordlist configurations.Read admin-modified system defined alerts.
Who’s impacted
Super Admins
Why it’s important
With the increase in sophistication and scale of cyber threats, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency’s
Secure Cloud Business Applications (SCuBA) project provides guidance to secure agencies’ cloud business application environments and protect federal information that is created, accessed, shared and stored in those environments.
The Policy API provides access to the settings that are part of these recommendations published in CISA’s
Google Workspace secure configuration baselines. Customers who wish to evaluate their Workspace policies against these baselines can start testing using the Policy API. In future releases, we plan to expand support for additional policies described in CISA’s Workspace baselines.
Getting started
Admins: You must be a super admin to use the Policy API. Use our Developer Documentation to learn more about the
Policy API.End users: There is no end user impact or action required.
Rollout pace
Available now.
Availability
Available to all Google Workspace customers
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por | Out 23, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Starting today, you’ll notice a refreshed user interface in Google Calendar that is in line with
Google Material Design 3 and includes:
Controls (like buttons, dialogs, and sidebars) that are more modern and accessibleInterface typography that uses Google’s custom-designed and highly-legible typefaces Iconography that is legible and crisp, with a fresh feel We’re 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.
Calendar on web in light mode
Calendar on web in dark mode
Additional details
These updates are applicable across the entire calendar web experience, including the
task list view. When using the
tasks.google.com URL, you will be redirected to the refreshed user interface and have the ability to choose between light or dark mode.
Getting started
Admins: There is no admin control for this feature. End users: To turn on dark mode in Calendar, go to the settings icon in the top right corner > Appearance > select Light, Dark or Device default. Visit the Help Center to learn more about
using Dark theme in Calendar. Given this launch is a visual refresh to Google Calendar, it may impact the experience of installed Chrome extensions that are active when using Google Calendar. As a result, these extensions might not work as expected. We recommend contacting the developers of those extensions to report any potential issues.
Rollout pace
Rapid Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on October 23, 2024
Scheduled Release domains: Extended rollout (potentially longer than 15 days for feature visibility) starting on December 2, 2024
Availability
Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts
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por | Out 22, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Starting today, you’ll notice a new look and feel, and enhanced functionality for the video player within Google Drive that makes it easier and more enjoyable to watch your videos. More specifically, this update includes:
A modernized look with cleaner lines, intuitive controls, and a less cluttered viewing experience, all in line with
Google Material Design 3.Improved controls for fast forward and rewind buttons that give you more control over playback. In addition, it is now easier to adjust playback speed and manage captions. Consistency across Workspace through similar video experiences in Google Drive and
Google Vids, the upcoming video editor.
Getting started
Availability
Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts
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por | Nov 13, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Since its introduction earlier this year,
Gemini in the side panel of Gmail has helped many users generate, find and respond to information in their inbox. In addition, Gemini in Gmail has the ability to connect with other Workspace apps like Docs, Sheets, Slides and Drive, helping users complete tasks without ever leaving Gmail.
Today, we’re excited to add Google Calendar to the list of apps that Gemini in Gmail connects with. Users can now ask Gemini in Gmail to perform calendar related actions or answer questions about their calendars such as:
- When is my [first event] next week?
- Create a [30 min] calendar event for my weekly [yoga class] every [Monday and Wednesday] at [9 AM].
- Create a [1h] event for [lunch] [tomorrow] at [noon].
Who’s impacted
End users
Why you’d use it
Via Gmail, Gemini can now help you:
- Create calendar events.
- Learn additional details about the existing events in your Calendar.
Additional details
At this time, Gemini in Gmail cannot:
- Add or remove guests from events or create events by extracting information from an email.
- Pull up attachments or RSVPs related to a meeting.
- Find the best time to meet with other people or find time slots when you’re available to meet.
- Create tasks, an out of office, focus times or set working locations.
- Add or manage meeting rooms.
When these features do become available, we will provide an update via the Workspace Updates Blog.
Getting started
- Admins: To access Gemini in the side panel of Workspace apps, users need to have smart features and personalization turned on. Admins can turn on default personalization setting for their users in the Admin console.
- End users:
- On web, you can access Gemini in the Gmail side panel by clicking on “Ask Gemini” icon in the top right corner of Gmail.
- This feature is only available in English at this time.
- While not required, just like gemini.google.com, you can invoke Calendar by adding “@Calendar” at the beginning of your prompt in the side panel of Gmail to explicitly call on Calendar.
- Visit the Help Center to learn more about collaborating with Gemini in Gmail.
Rollout pace
Availability
Available for Google Workspace customers with these add-ons:
- Gemini Business
- Gemini Enterprise
- Gemini Education
- Gemini Education Premium
- Google One AI Premium
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por | Out 22, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
Earlier this year, we introduced a new comments experience in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides on web. Today, we’re announcing a similar update to Android tablets for viewing, navigating, and replying to comments, especially on-the-go. In addition to improved design and filtering functionality to match the web experience, you’ll now be able to easily:
Keep a pulse on the latest updates: now you’ll see the first comment and the two most recent replies from a comment thread, with the option to show all comments within a discussion.Review comments with full context: enjoy familiar, in-context commenting, similar to the
web experience, while taking advantage of larger screen real estate on tablets. Navigate and filter comments: navigation tabs and filters within the comments panel help you easily find relevant comments, without having to switch to a separate view.
Comment experience in Docs
Comment experience in Sheets
Comment experience in Slides
Getting started
Rollout pace
Availability
Available to all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual Subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts
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por | Out 21, 2024 | Noticias
What’s changing
We’re excited to announce Gemini in Google Chat can now help you catch up on unread conversations in the Chat
home view with summaries.
Upon navigating to an unread conversation in home, click the “Summarize” button to see a quick, bulleted synopsis of the message content. This enables you to quickly review recent activity across all active conversations to determine where best to focus your time and attention.
Who’s impacted
End users
Why it matters
Since introducing
a more streamlined user experience in Chat to help you find what you need much faster, we’re adding more ways to help you prioritize the most important conversations. This new summaries in home feature does just that by helping you catch up more quickly.
Additional details
Summaries in the home view are available for any group conversation, space, or thread in home that contain unread messages.
Getting started
Rollout pace
Web, Android & iOS:
Availability
Available for Google Workspace customers with these add-ons:
Gemini Business, Enterprise, Education, Education Premium AI Meetings & Messaging
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