Google has just introduced a new feature called Gemini in its calendar tool that's set to make scheduling meetings significantly smoother. With this innovative addition, users can avoid the frustration of repeatedly rescheduling meetings due to conflicting attendee availability.
The feature works by suggesting potential time slots for meetings based on attendees' marked calendars and upcoming conflicts. When creating or sending a meeting invite, users simply click the "Suggested times" option, allowing Gemini to present them with a list of suitable time slots. However, this isn't a guarantee that all parties will be available – if multiple individuals decline the invite, a reschedule option becomes available.
One thing to note is that this feature requires organizers to have access to attendees' calendars, and it's only accessible to paid users on specific Google Workspace plans, including Business Standard and Plus, Enterprise Standard and Plus, and those with the Google AI Pro for Education add-on. The new Gemini feature has begun rolling out to Rapid Release domains and will expand to Scheduled Release domains on February 2.
The feature works by suggesting potential time slots for meetings based on attendees' marked calendars and upcoming conflicts. When creating or sending a meeting invite, users simply click the "Suggested times" option, allowing Gemini to present them with a list of suitable time slots. However, this isn't a guarantee that all parties will be available – if multiple individuals decline the invite, a reschedule option becomes available.
One thing to note is that this feature requires organizers to have access to attendees' calendars, and it's only accessible to paid users on specific Google Workspace plans, including Business Standard and Plus, Enterprise Standard and Plus, and those with the Google AI Pro for Education add-on. The new Gemini feature has begun rolling out to Rapid Release domains and will expand to Scheduled Release domains on February 2.
, like back in my school days we just used to make it up as we went along... remember those old flip phones where you could set reminders? anyway, this Gemini thing sounds like a game changer, can't wait for it to roll out fully 
I mean, who doesn't hate rescheduling meetings multiple times because of conflicting availability? that's literally the worst 
. so, yeah, if you're one of the lucky ones with paid Google Workspace plans, go ahead and give it a try! fingers crossed it makes life easier for everyone 
remember when we first got that fancy email client in college, it was called GroupWise... anyway, I'm excited about this new feature, I mean who doesn't hate rescheduling meetings? 
it's gonna save us so much time. but, can you imagine if they had this back in the day? we'd have been scheduling meetings like pros since '97 
my mom still uses that paper planner... just saying 
Oh no, I feel you! We've all been there - trying to coordinate a meeting only to have everyone's schedule clash at the last minute 
. This new Gemini feature from Google is like a breath of fresh air 
. It's gonna make scheduling meetings so much easier and less frustrating for everyone involved. The fact that it considers attendees' marked calendars and upcoming conflicts is genius 
. I'm actually excited to try this out ASAP! 
! Rescheduling meetings is like, the WORST 
, and now we can finally make it easier for everyone. The fact that Gemini suggests time slots based on attendees' calendars is genius 
. I wish more people would use this feature though, 'cause I've had so many times where I just ended up rescheduling because one person couldn't make it 
. It's only available to paid users, which is kinda frustrating 
... but hey, if you're already shelling out the cash for Google Workspace, why not? 
this is gonna save me so much time when scheduling meetings with my team at work! i mean, who hasn't had that frustrating experience where everyone's busy at the same time? it's genius how google came up with this gem (no pun intended) - i just hope they roll it out to all plans soon, can be a bit annoying having to upgrade to business standard just for this feature 
Still, I guess it's better than trying to reschedule like five times because Sarah "forgetting" her birthday...
️. And what about when people have conflicting schedules with other family members or stuff? It's not like Google can predict that stuff... I guess it's still an improvement, but I'm gonna wait till I see how it plays out in real life before I get all excited 
. And, honestly, the fact that it only works with paid users on specific plans is kinda cool, like a secret perk for those in the know 
. I'm hyped to see it roll out to more domains soon – it's gonna make my life so much easier! 
. Can't wait for it to roll out to more users, and I hope they'll add more features to make it even more seamless 
However, I do think it's a bit weird that only paid users can access this feature... don't get me wrong, those plans are pricey, but come on! Can't we just have this as an add-on or something? 
Still, the potential benefits are huge - no more "can we reschedule for next Wednesday?"... just a smooth, automated process. Bring it on! 
i mean no more back and forth trying to find a time that works for everyone lol. the suggestion feature is pretty cool too, i liked how it takes into account the people you're inviting and their schedule 
. This new feature is like, a total game-changer. It's so smart, too - it looks at everyone's calendars and suggests times that work for all of them. Of course, if nobody shows up, you can always reschedule, but that's not gonna happen often 
. The only thing I don't love is that it's only available on the paid plans... like, come on Google, can't we get it on the free plan too? 
! The only thing I'm a bit miffed about is that it's not free 
