Notion Mail, Offline Mode & More: Make With Notion 2024!

[@BetterCreating]

What A Day! What's your favourite announcements? & Hey - Ivan Zhao finally answering the Offline Mode question! Notion curious? This is a must watch! 📣 + Grab my 2024 Notion Life OS templates today with launch code LIFEOSLAUNCH for 30% off: bettercreating.com/downloads or now via https:/notion.so/@bettercreating !

[@qqlife]

Very nice summary, Simon. I can feel the vibes even though I wasn't there. Also, feel happy to see so many familiar faces in the videos!

[@BetterCreating]

Many thanks! Total vibes :)

[@emaeder18]

It's truly amazing how this platform/software is evolving. Thank god we have people at the helm who do this to make it better, not just to sell a product. Well done Notion

[@BetterCreating]

Yeah agreed! :)

[@Tazziii]

Most excited about forms as I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to integrate things like Google forms but this has so many more use cases. Offline mode will be interesting, I imagine it will be limited to what you can do offline as imagine the storage it would use on your device.

[@TitaniaTemplates-ex3fb]

Thank you Simon for this practical summary you can't wait for 2025 !

[@doppavee4309]

Notion Feature Requests: Page Layout and Property Locking in Notion 1. Page Layout Locking: I want the ability to lock the layout of a page in Notion while still allowing inputs to inline databases on that page. This feature would enable clients or team members to safely add data without risking unintended edits to the overall page structure-ideal for use cases like client portals or dashboards. Inline databases on locked pages should still be editable in relevant fields, maintaining data input functionality without compromising layout integrity. 2. Property Locking for Specific Fields: The ability to lock specific properties within databases, such as formula fields, to prevent users from unintentionally accessing or modifying these fields. Locked properties should display calculated values but not reveal the formula when clicked into, protecting sensitive calculations and logic from accidental edits.

[@WAndrewStephenson]

Great updates, esp. the acknowledgment of offline mode. I really value companies that communicate they are listening, even if the problem they are solving is complex and will take longer than anyone would want. Simon, I'm also excited to see how you bake these features into LifeOS!!

[@BetterCreating]

Couldn't agree more - it's super complex i think - but they are making serious progress + the new automations basically make Notion a turning beast - it does most stuff a computer could let you build now ;-)

[@dushirox]

Great recap of the event Simon!

[@BetterCreating]

Thanks so much! :)

[@Rob.S_1]

I really want either self hosting or E2EE. I only use Notion individually rather than as part of a team and it’s this lack of control over the data that stops me going all in

[@BetterCreating]

Let's see what happens - but it will of course be built upon the platform is: a sharable online - hosted workspace: but permissions and options could get interesting...! ? :)

[@eMotionFlowing]

Yes, false focus with mail bullshit…

[@cem.goknil]

My goodness! They really thought these through.

[@MonniqueArnold]

Great video as per usual, Simon!! I don't understand all the hostility though!! Im so excited forbthe features i can use now like customizing layouts. I'll be glad when you make a video about that. I haven't found one I like yet. Oh im especially looking forward to mail. I'm so tired of gmail! Anyway, great job Simon. Don't let haters get to you. Stay cool!! 😊

[@BetterCreating]

Thanks my friend - appreciate it. And thanks - but it really doesn’t bother me, I just like to reply to people here where I can clarify or help: but maybe I’ll not bother on the personal vents. Yes - excited to play with layouts soon once back from the US. :)

[@agniveshsharma5900]

Notion is growing. With them we too

[@BetterCreating]

Yes they are - some cool new directions.

[@ethanjaimes6252]

You look so uncomfortable holding the mic Simon 😂

[@BetterCreating]

Haha - I didn’t think about at all.

[@Elizabeth-Escamilla]

running to go try the emojis that can be custom!

[@DyeAlabaster]

With notion mail, do you know how the ease of integration with outlook is?

[@m.m.6670]

I've read on Notion's website that Notion Mail will be available for Gmail only (at least in the beginning). So basically, it's a glorified Gmail wrapper, just like the calendar was for Google Calendar.

[@BetterCreating]

Hi all - it's Gmail first - then they will look to build into other areas later: I would hope they will get to that a little later down the line anyways! :)

[@m.m.6670]

I don't use the Google Suite. I wish Notion would offer Apple integrations too. I haven't used the Calendar nor will I be able to use the Mail if it's just for GSuite. I'm sure Microsoft suite users also feel disappointed.

[@BetterCreating]

I think they are starting with gsuite as it accounts for a highest percentage of users: then perhaps they expand from there. That’s the impression I get.

[@fabianabrandaoalvessilva2936]

🎉

[@katsmith8263]

Notion Routines are still not done properly

[@BetterCreating]

Please elaborate - would love to hear how you see this and what should be different? 👍

[@theaccountantacca]

You launch your new template and then notion release a whole load of new features 😅😅😅

[@BetterCreating]

I’ve already made the template with the new features - but had so many requests waiting on it - just had to get it out. - honestly - it’s really just layouts and forms that affect it and easily added for a bit of improvement :)

[@eMotionFlowing]

Notion Offline is clickbait 👎🏼👎🏼👎🏼👎🏼

[@BetterCreating]

How: It's the start and end of the video and it's an announcement from Make With Notion...? The screenshot is straight from the presentation...

[@jacoblouwsma3667]

​@@BetterCreatingYou're fine Simon. That commenter probably hangs out in the Notion subreddit.

[@BetterCreating]

@@jacoblouwsma3667 haha. I like to challenge the bs sometimes. It’s calming ;)

[@eMotionFlowing]

...As no iPad Support with native app. You can’t do the same things as on the Mac. And the Calendar for iPad is shit of embarrassing. You should do something right and not create this mail nonsense in addition to a construction site. What a bullshit the new stuff. 👎🏼 Shame in you

[@BetterCreating]

I think you should write to Notion: I think it's them you want to feedback to... ha

[@eMotionFlowing]

I’ve done that dozens of times, they only react with standard AI answers... I hope they can understand it about influencers like you. They should see what people need, not what their ego wants.

[@BetterCreating]

@@eMotionFlowing I honestly think they are VERY good at listening to their community - it’s some of the best examples of this I’ve seen. But many of the things we all ask for they know we want, and understand - but I think items about time to develop it. E.g. offline mode.

[@lukejackson1116]

Sounds like @eMotionFlowing should use a different app. So angry about something like software. Life’s too short my friend.

[@eMotionFlowing]

@@lukejackson1116I want to move something and not just chill and watch Netflix 😉 I am also a traveler and work a lot iPad only

[@eMotionFlowing]

No Layouts on iPad 👎🏼👎🏼 shame on you

[@BetterCreating]

I KNOW! The iPad build we still await right!? :)

[@bdv6083]

All I got from this is "I will make a video for My Notion Life OS" subscribers. Now I remember why I unsubscribed.

[@BetterCreating]

It’s kind of that or I can’t afford to make the videos I’m afraid. I think it’s fair given I released them last week. All the best wherever you go to :)

[@BetterCreating]

I’d also argue there is a little more information than I’ll make a video: it’s a full recap of the event! 😅