Question about Gmail App in Froyo

---

In froyo, I heard that the gmail app has new options based on different file type attachments. for example, if its an apk attached to the email then theres the option to install. is this true?

Yes. It was a surprise to me! I love it.

Originally Posted by Zephyron

In froyo, I heard that the gmail app has new options based on different file type attachments. for example, if its an apk attached to the email then theres the option to install. is this true?

Even better - they added text selection, copying and changing a forwarded / replied email.

how come when I send myself an email with an apk attached, the only option I get is 'preview'

anyone know whats wrong?

does the file name end in .apk and isn't zipped?

Yeah it was a great feature they added. Pretty surprised.

Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App

Originally Posted by artesea

does the file name end in .apk and isn't zipped?

yeah the file ends in .apk

Just tested, and it's true

---

Originally Posted by Zephyron

In froyo, I heard that the gmail app has new options based on different file type attachments. for example, if its an apk attached to the email then theres the option to install. is this true?

I removed the gmail apk because it didn't make sense having email & gmail, so I synced my gmail in the email app so I can manage all my accounts at once. After reading your thread I pushed it back and sent myself a apk file, and it displayed a install button, when I viewed the same message in the email app, it only gave the option to view, and it would'nt view the file. But you can install apk files from your gmail app. That's why I read the forums, always learning something new about my wonderful phone. Thanks

Originally Posted by blas4me

I removed the gmail apk because it didn't make sense having email & gmail, so I synced my gmail in the email app so I can manage all my accounts at once. After reading your thread I pushed it back and sent myself a apk file, and it displayed a install button, when I viewed the same message in the email app, it only gave the option to view, and it would'nt view the file. But you can install apk files from your gmail app. That's why I read the forums, always learning something new about my wonderful phone. Thanks

really? damn all I get is "preview" when I test send myself an apk... Do I need to turn it on in settings somewhere? Does it matter that Im on CM6 RC?

Originally Posted by Zephyron

really? damn all I get is "preview" when I test send myself an apk... Do I need to turn it on in settings somewhere? Does it matter that Im on CM6 RC?

you need to update your google apps. cm doesnt include them. use the one imfloflo posted in the CM nightly thread