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There are multiple ways to access Mail on your mobile device. Below, we'll outline the options available so you can decide which is best for you and your device.
Access through your mobile browser
Access through your mobile browser
This option does not require any setup. If you have a mobile device with Internet access, you can access mail directly in your mobile browser.
Nothing to download, no set up required
The same familiar features, right when you need them (compose, label, reply, access attachments, etc.)
Actions performed on your phone are also reflected in the desktop Mail interface
Requires manual refresh for new mail delivery
No notifications for new mail delivery
To get started, point your mobile browser to http://mail.google.com/a/YOUR DOMAIN
Using the Mail app
Using the Mail app
The mail mobile app is an email program that you can install on your mobile device.
Faster access to your email
Allows you to check multiple mail accounts on the same device
The same familiar features, right when you need them (compose, label, reply, access attachments, etc.)
Actions performed on your phone are reflected in the desktop Mail interface, too
Notifications for new mail delivery
Basic offline support (You'll be able to compose and read email - outgoing messages will be saved and sent when you're back in coverage.)
Download and setup required
Not available for Windows Mobile, Palm Treo, or BREW-enabled devices
Not able to customize the rate of refresh
(Note: If you have an Android device, most come with a pre-installed Mail application, which adds support for push email.)
To get started, point your mobile browser to http://m.google.com/mail
Sync
Sync
You can sync your mail with your mobile device using POP or IMAP.
POP, or Post Office Protocol, lets you download messages from Apps Mail servers onto your mobile device.
IMAP, or Internet Message Access Protocol, creates a constant connection between your Apps Mail and your mobile device. Unlike POP, IMAP offers two-way communication - actions you perform on your mobile device will automatically appear in Apps Mail.
The following comparison applies to sync via IMAP.
Allows you to use your mobile device's mail applications
Actions taken are automatically synced with your mail account accessed in your computer browser.
Setup required
Native mobile applications have different standards, which make it difficult to provide a uniform experience. Because of this, there is a higher probability of encountering problems.
To get started, visit this page (from your computer browser) and select your mobile device for customized instructions for POP and IMAP.
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