This (and last) Week in Google

Gmail IM?

With GTalk chat in GMail now, Google users have an easier time IM’ing each other, and without the need of an external app. With the immense popularity of GMail, could this be a true AIM, Yahoo, and even Meebo killer?

Only time will tell.

Google Desktop 3.0 BETA

Google sure loves stating beta(Google Earth BETA, GMail BETA, etc.). But yes, it’s true, Google has released the latest version of their famed app, that brings a Spotlight experience with a Google feel to PC users everywhere.

You can snag a copy here.

And that’s This Week in Google.

Thanks to Fans of Tech for the links and articles.

(More info on Google Desktop 3.0 can be found at the download link and at Fans of Tech)