Google Keep is transitioning from its legacy reminders system to Google Tasks, unifying to-dos and reminders across Google Workspace. The migration is rolling out now, with reminders in Keep being automatically saved to Tasks, which are accessible via Calendar and Gemini. Location reminders are no longer supported, and Keep reminder notifications will cease, requiring users to have Calendar or Tasks installed. The update aims to streamline task management across Google's productivity tools.
Google Tasks is testing a new feature that allows users to add deadlines to tasks, which can be edited after creation, although the feature is limited to adding due dates without specific times and only visible within the task view, indicating a potential step towards more robust task management capabilities.
Google is transitioning from Google Keep's built-in reminders to Google Tasks, which will handle notifications and allow viewing, editing, and completing tasks across Calendar, Keep, and Tasks. Location-based reminders will be discontinued, and there are some limits and adjustments for long, repeating, or distant future tasks. The migration is expected in the second half of 2025.
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Google has launched a dedicated Apple Watch app for Google Calendar, offering a simplified view of upcoming events and tasks, along with new watch face complications, enhancing calendar management on watchOS. The app displays a week's schedule with color-coded cards and provides quick access to event details, though event creation/editing remains on the iPhone app.
The Gemini app on Android now allows users to set reminders through Google Assistant integration and Google Tasks, addressing a previous missing feature. This functionality is slowly rolling out in the US, but the app still lacks certain features that prevent it from being a complete replacement for Google Assistant on Android.
The Gemini app on Android now integrates with Google Assistant and Google Tasks, allowing users to set reminders using voice commands. This feature was previously missing at launch but has now been added, addressing a significant limitation of the app. Users can now use commands like "remind me to take out the trash tomorrow evening" without encountering errors, and can also access their reminders with the "Show me my reminders" command. While this functionality is currently available in the US with Gemini Advanced, it may still be rolling out.
Google Tasks, a feature within Gmail, allows users to easily add emails to their to-do list, set reminders, and organize tasks. The integration with Google Calendar and Google Assistant makes it a powerful productivity tool, although the mobile interface is less efficient compared to the desktop version. Despite the convoluted Gmail interface, Google Tasks stands out as a simple and effective productivity app with deep tie-ins to everyday services.
Google Calendar for Android is set to introduce a quick switcher feature that allows users to easily switch between creating a calendar event or a task in Google Tasks. The update adds a chip to the creation page, enabling users to switch between the two types with just one tap. This eliminates the need to back out and tap a dedicated "task" button. The new feature will also retain ongoing title and date information when switching between a calendar event and a task, addressing a frustrating issue with the existing method. The rollout date for this change is currently unknown.
Google is preparing a major redesign for the Settings menu in ChromeOS, incorporating elements of Material You and splitting up the different sections for improved functionality. Additionally, Google Tasks integration is being added to the quick settings tray, alongside Google Calendar. These features are currently in development and expected to roll out in future versions of ChromeOS.
After years of teasing users with disconnected reminder-setting products, Google has finally consolidated its task management tools into a single, accessible tool called Google Tasks. The integration of reminders from various Google products into Google Tasks has made it easier to manage tasks and stay organized. While Google Tasks may not be as powerful as other project management tools, its ubiquity across Google products and simple interface make it a convenient option for users. However, the lack of integration with Google Keep and difficulties managing multiple Google accounts remain as drawbacks. Overall, Google Tasks is finally a worthwhile app for dumping and organizing tasks.
