Mozilla Thunderbird for Android is Almost Ready After 2 Years
October 3, 2024
It has been over two years since K-9 Mail, the open-source email client for Android, became part of the Mozilla Thunderbird project. Rather than starting anew with a mobile application, Mozilla opted for a gradual transformation of K-9 Mail into the Thunderbird Android app. This long-awaited evolution has now reached an exciting milestone: the release of Thunderbird for Android in its beta version, inviting users to participate in the testing phase.
Thunderbird App for Android: Help Test It!
The beta version of the new Thunderbird app is currently available on the Play Store, bringing us closer to a stable launch anticipated by the end of October. After installing the app on my Android device, I was eager to explore its features.
For users with custom domains, manual configuration is required, while those with Gmail accounts can enjoy a seamless sign-in process. This integration is particularly beneficial, as Gmail remains the most popular choice among Android users. Once logged in, users can customize their email checking frequency and grant necessary permissions for notifications, ensuring they stay updated on incoming messages.
The app offers import/export options using the K9s file format, allowing users to personalize their experience. Functionality-wise, Thunderbird for Android includes:
Light/dark theme options
Email signature customization
A unified inbox for streamlined access
Options to enable or disable contact pictures
A threaded view for organized conversations
Privacy settings to opt out of data collection
As expected from a beta version, users may encounter bugs during their testing experience. Mozilla encourages participants to provide feedback and report any issues they encounter, with detailed instructions available in their blog post on what to test and how to share findings.
💬 What do you think about Thunderbird on Android? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
Mozilla Thunderbird for Android is Almost Ready After 2 Years
It has been over two years since K-9 Mail, the open-source email client for Android, became part of the Mozilla Thunderbird project. Rather than starting anew with a mobile application, Mozilla opted for a gradual transformation of K-9 Mail into the Thunderbird Android app. This long-awaited evolution has now reached an exciting milestone: the release of Thunderbird for Android in its beta version, inviting users to participate in the testing phase.
Thunderbird App for Android: Help Test It!
The beta version of the new Thunderbird app is currently available on the Play Store, bringing us closer to a stable launch anticipated by the end of October. After installing the app on my Android device, I was eager to explore its features.
For users with custom domains, manual configuration is required, while those with Gmail accounts can enjoy a seamless sign-in process. This integration is particularly beneficial, as Gmail remains the most popular choice among Android users. Once logged in, users can customize their email checking frequency and grant necessary permissions for notifications, ensuring they stay updated on incoming messages.
The app offers import/export options using the K9s file format, allowing users to personalize their experience. Functionality-wise, Thunderbird for Android includes:
As expected from a beta version, users may encounter bugs during their testing experience. Mozilla encourages participants to provide feedback and report any issues they encounter, with detailed instructions available in their blog post on what to test and how to share findings.
💬 What do you think about Thunderbird on Android? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
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