Integration of Gmail and Gtalk

[Jeff Rodriguez]

I never used used Gtalk much until they integrated it into Gmail. I suppose it makes it a little easier to get a hold of the person, but I don't find it that beneficial over AIM, or any of the other instant messaging protocols.

[IraJason]

I agree with you there, there really isn't a benefit of Gtalk over AIM as an instant messaging tool. I just find that having it open now is a whole lot easier when I need to use my email or contacting somebody who is also on Gmail really quick.

[akedomakona]

there is somthing all of you are missing, the voce over ip implimntation of gtalk, allowing you to talk to any one in the world who also have the app. FOR FREE, i dont know about you, but i find talking on a phone much more enjoyable.

as for the combinding of them, hopfully it will bring more people into gtalk, so it can replace aim

[ida_noeman]

The only problem that I see with gtalk is that you can't make a group... I've gotten 150 or more emails in an hour period from my friends (thank god for conversation view!), but this wouldn't work with chat because you can't chat to a group. Also, another problem with gmail is you can't have html / pics / animations / rich text in general in your signature. However, the benefits of gmail (and the fact that it is much better than the paid versions of popular email clients) make it worth it. I suggest you go here if you want to beg Google for anything.

[Courtneyb1023]

In the couple weeks since the integration and have been using it more and more. I only talk to a couple of people, but i find it really convenient. However, I still use AIM for most of my chatting needs and probably always will.

[Emily Pease]

I am a true google supporter in every way except for google talk--until google talk allows for conference calls, skype is the way to go. Both programs are really great for contacting people internationally, because skype and google talk are free and sound great, whereas calling someone in another country on the phone is not free and is often crackly.

[MattK]

Skype still does seem like the way to go, however I love Gtalk and would love to see more people using it. It lacks in features but to be honest I like its simplicity.

[kio_chan176]

I'm sticking faithfully to Skype, YM, and AIM. Skype is awesome for online calls. I hate phones, but having one IN MY LAPTOP is the best. YM tells me when I have email all the time. I do have Gmail but I am too used to my Yahoo account. AIM has just been faithful since I got it. And I use it for talking to everyone. People on the team, family, and friends.