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Work · September 9, 2020

Mimestream, a native macOS email client for Gmail

A native macOS email client for Gmail

Mimestream, a native macOS email client for Gmail launched on September 9, 2020 with 403 votes, #22 of 3,898 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.

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Mimestream is a native macOS email client designed specifically for Gmail users. Built for Mac, it provides an alternative interface to Gmail's web version while maintaining access to Gmail accounts. The application launched in September 2020 and is aimed at Mac users who prefer a dedicated desktop application for managing their Gmail inbox. It offers Gmail functionality through a client optimized for the macOS operating system.

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Mimestream combines the power of macOS with Gmail’s advanced features for a new kind of email client that lets you move through your email effortlessly. Powered by the Gmail API Mimestream isn’t like other email clients – it uses the Gmail API for a new kind of lightning-fast experience that’s full of features. You’ll feel the difference. Soar through your Inbox with powerful triage features Inbox Categories Focus on what matters most and triage the rest at your leisure. Use Gmail’s intelligent message categorization to separate non-essential messages out of your Primary Inbox. Labels Full support for Gmail labels, including color-coding and visibility settings. Filters Manage your…from mimestream.com

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