From an April Fool's joke to 3 billion users: Google finally grants Gmail users the most in-demand feature
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 06, 2026, 14:03 (IST)
Gmail, launched as an April Fool's joke in 2004, now allows users to change their email addresses, a long-awaited feature. This update enables a digital refresh, letting users swap old, youthful usernames for more professional ones. The service has evolved significantly, integrating AI for smarter communication and summarization, solidifying its role as a communication backbone.