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The widgetAccentable feature was not explicitly mentioned in the provided context. However, I can provide an overview of the new features and enhancements related to widgets in watchOS 11, which might be relevant to your interest in widget customization and interactivity.

New Features in watchOS 11 Widgets

  1. Interactive Widgets:

    • You can now bring interactive widgets to watchOS, similar to iOS and macOS. These widgets allow users to perform actions directly from the widget without opening the app. For example, the interactive home widget lets users lock or unlock their door directly from the widget.
    • What’s new in watchOS 11

  2. Accessory Widget Group:

    • A new view template API called Accessory Widget Group has been introduced. This template allows you to create a view in an accessory rectangular widget with up to three different pieces of content, enhancing glanceability and interactivity.
    • What’s new in watchOS 11

  3. Customization Options:

    • You can customize the colors in your accessory widget group layout. The background can be tinted using the container background view modifier, and the label can be tinted using the foreground style view modifier.
    • What’s new in watchOS 11

  4. Relevant Widgets:

    • Relevant widgets allow the system to suggest your widget to users at the right time based on context such as time of day, location, and routine.
    • What’s new in watchOS 11

  5. App Intents:

    • App intents let you create widgets with multiple interactive areas that perform actions and update state directly in the widget.
    • Platforms State of the Union

For more detailed information on how to implement these features, you can refer to the sessions mentioned above. If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask!

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