Google Blocked From Launching Gmail In The UK
I just noticed an extra link on my gmail homepage which contained the following notice:
The story behind the new “Google Mail” name.
You may have noticed the Google Mail logo. We are changing our service’s name in the UK. Starting October 19, 2005, all new accounts will have @googlemail.com addresses. Don’t worry, though – all messages are being sent and delivered as before.
Why the name change then?
We have been involved in a dispute regarding the Gmail trademark in the UK. Another company has claimed rights to the Gmail name. We have tried to resolve this dispute through negotiations, but our efforts have failed.
We are still working with the courts and trademark office to protect our ability to use the Gmail name, but in the meantime, we want you to have an email address you can rely on.
I had a quick look at www.gmail.co.uk which is run by contensis who seem to be a genuine company, so I guess a big settlement is in the offing.
It’s good to see that even the mighty Google can come unstuck sometimes!
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Comment by Gladys Raquel Wells on 29 April 2008:
Please Google I need to read my mails, is another option where I can read it?
I do not think that we your customers have to wait until Google finish to see the results of their problems.