Is there anything new about Widgets?
Asked on 2025-06-13
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Yes, there are several new updates about widgets presented at WWDC 2025. Here are some highlights:
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Widgets in New Places: Widgets are now available on Vision OS and CarPlay. On Vision OS, widgets can be customized in the shared space and can adapt based on their distance using a new Level of Detail API. In CarPlay, widgets appear in stacks to the left of the dashboard and can be configured in the settings app under CarPlay. (What’s new in widgets)
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New Appearances: In iOS 26, widgets can be presented in a clear glass presentation or customized with a specific tint color. This new look is also available on macOS Tahoe. (What’s new in widgets)
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Push Updates: Widgets can now receive push updates across all platforms that support widgets. This helps keep widget data up to date across devices. (What’s new in widgets)
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Relevance Widgets: On WatchOS 26, relevance widgets allow the system to suggest your widget to users at the right time, enhancing the smart stack's functionality. (What’s new in widgets)
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Interactive Widgets: Interactive widgets are now available on watchOS, allowing users to perform actions directly from the widget without opening the app. (What’s new in watchOS 11)
These updates expand the capabilities and reach of widgets across Apple's ecosystem, making them more interactive and contextually relevant.

What’s new in widgets
WidgetKit elevates your app with updates to widgets, Live Activities, and controls. Learn how to bring your widgets to visionOS, take them on the road with CarPlay, and make them look their best with accented rendering modes. Plus, find out how relevant widgets can be surfaced in the Smart Stack on watchOS, and discover how push notifications can be used to keep your widgets up to date.

What’s new in SwiftUI
Learn what’s new in SwiftUI to build great apps for any Apple platform. We’ll explore how to give your app a brand new look and feel with Liquid Glass. Discover how to boost performance with framework enhancements and new instruments, and integrate advanced capabilities like web content and rich text editing. We’ll also show you how SwiftUI is expanding to more places, including laying out views in three dimensions.

What’s new in visionOS 26
Explore exciting new features in visionOS 26. Discover enhanced volumetric APIs and learn how you can combine the power of SwiftUI, RealityKit and ARKit. Find out how you can build more engaging apps and games using faster hand tracking and input from spatial accessories. Get a sneak peek at updates to SharePlay, Compositor Services, immersive media, spatial web, Enterprise APIs, and much more.