Claims that Google plans to sunset Gmail were a hoax, so there's no need to panic

Google confirms Gmail is “here to stay” amid speculation over plans to scrap the email service::Claims that Google plans to sunset Gmail were a hoax, so there’s no need to panic

  • ilinamorato@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    4 months ago

    Nah, they want to keep the data pipe wide open. Everything that can get you to voluntarily put your data into their service they’ll leave as free as air.

    Plus, Gmail has the added bonus of being like a supermarket loyalty card: it gets their name into your browser toolbar and daily routine for bonus psychological impact.

    I doubt they’ll give any of that up for a paltry $3.99.