Google Pulls ‘Crud’ Gmail App for iPhone: ‘Sorry We Messed Up’
- Posted on November 3, 2011 at 1:42pm by
Liz Klimas
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On Tuesday, we reported that iPhone would finally be getting a native app for Gmail, not run through a third party. Shortly thereafter, the app was released. And within hours, it was removed.
Why? This app was supposed to make viewing Gmail on iPhone, iPads and iPod touches a smoother experience, compared to other methods. It was a much anticipated app for iPhone users.
CNN reported Google Product Manager Matthew Izatt as touting the importance of a high-functioning Gmail app to help us get back to our daily lives — or playing Angry Birds. Blogger Robert Scoble excitedly wrote “Go get the iPhone app for Gmail!” on his Google+ page, then, only a few minutes later according to CNN, he wrote “DO NOT” and called the app “really a piece of crud.”
Google Tweet after removing the app from the app store.
Yesterday, Google responded with an update on its blog stating:
Unfortunately, it contained a bug which broke notifications and caused users to see an error message when first opening the app. We’ve removed the app while we correct the problem, and we’re working to bring you a new version soon. Everyone who’s already installed the app can continue to use it.
Once the new, bug-free app is released, Google promises it to have time-saving features, organization to help make for an efficient Gmail experience and an optimized touch system.
The Gmail app for iOS will allow users to reply, move, label and more. (Image: Google Blog)
The app will work on Apple devices running iOS 4+.
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itsmyfirstday
Posted on November 4, 2011 at 8:08amI admire them for owning up to there mistake and taking steps to correct it…
Report Post »dbuitt22
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 11:54pmNow, I know why I do not own a cell phone. Bad apps are bad on your computer and I can only imagine how bad it is on a cell phone. That would drive me nuts.
Report Post »meeester
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:38pmAw come on folks, Apple is trying to keep up. There already almost as useful as my first Droid.
Report Post »Dudester
Posted on November 4, 2011 at 3:00pm“Aw come on folks, Apple is trying to keep up.” – MEEESTER
Lame.
The story is about a third party developer, not Apple. What’s next? Are you going to bash HTC because some random Android app builder makes a mistake on their virtual pet store app?
Report Post »DimmuBorgir
Posted on November 4, 2011 at 3:12pmapples do suck
Report Post »bbabics
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 5:27pmyawn
Report Post »Jayms
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 5:24pmYeah, this was crap. How about making it so emails are displayed properly? Why is that so hard?
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