Widgets are now a staple across nearly every Apple platform—from iOS and iPadOS to watchOS and beyond. In iOS 26, Apple expanded widget compatibility to the car with the redesigned CarPlay experience.

The release of iOS 26 introduced a significant enhancement to Apple CarPlay with the addition of a dedicated widget page. This update supports both Apple and third-party widgets, offering a more ...

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The leaked images show that CarPlay 2.0 will incorporate a widget system similar to those on iOS and iPadOS. Drivers will have the ability to personalize their dashboard with widgets displaying ...

Android Auto currently only has limited taskbar widget support. Last year we spotted Google working on new home screen widget support, codenamed “Earth.” The rough UI we saw at the time has received a ...

Google is reportedly working on a new feature for Android Auto called “home screen widgets.” Interestingly, you can add these widgets directly from your Android phone. Once added, the widgets appear ...

The iOS 26 update for iPhone delivers a variety of new features to CarPlay, with one of the coolest arrivals being the ability to add and customize widgets. If you're not familiar, widgets nestle on ...

Google has announced a massive Android widgets overhaul powered by Remote Compose, bringing smooth animations and better battery efficiency.

The new interfaces from the smart home platform are designed to make controlling connected devices easier. Available on iOS and Android, the customizable control panels are clearly inspired by Home ...