Adding Google Mail to iPhone

Question

I was having problems accessing my google mail on my iphone (using it as the main account for my phone). I had added a 2-step verification process on my account. The phone (nor the ipad) could not undertake this process and I had to add an application specific code. This process is easy and you only need to do it once. I hope this helps somebody...I was frustrated and without service and want to help others from having the same experience. So...here's what the screen looks like.
Again, if you phone will no longer accept your google mail account after you've changed your password and/or added a 2-step verification process, go to your google account on your computer. Look for the screen (see attached) and complete the application specific code request. Best, Nell

Answer 1

Have you tried downloading the Gmail app for iPad/iPhone? This seems to work best for me with Google mail, as well as two-step authentication, seeing as though its Google's own product. If you are really needing to use Apples Mail app, try disabling Two-Step authentication, settings up your account, and then reenabling Two-Step authentication..
Hope this helps!