Shortwave
Communication
Intelligent email, powered by AI
- Rating
- 4.4
- 1.1K ratings
- Downloads
- 50K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Aug 3
- 2026 · v2026.07.01
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About Shortwave
Email connected the world, but it lost its magic along the way. We believe it deserves better, and we're on a mission to bring email up to speed (literally) with modern messaging apps.
Email should prioritize people, not advertising. Getting through your inbox shouldn't require busywork, and sending an email should be as fast as typing a text message. That's why we're building Shortwave: to recapture the magic of email with a beautifully designed product that works for everyone.
Email should prioritize people, not advertising. Getting through your inbox shouldn't require busywork, and sending an email should be as fast as typing a text message. That's why we're building Shortwave: to recapture the magic of email with a beautifully designed product that works for everyone.
What’s new
Version 2026.07.01 · Updated August 3, 2026
Bug fixes
Frequently asked questions
What is Shortwave?
Shortwave is a beautifully designed product that aims to bring email up to speed with modern messaging apps.
Why is Shortwave being built?
Shortwave is being built to prioritize people over advertising and to make email faster and more efficient.
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