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Android Is Officially Getting Lock Screen Widgets (Again)
Summary Google has announced Android 16 will include lock screen widgets, catching up with iOS. Widgets will require authentication for security–fingerprint, PIN, and face unlock. Widgets are expected to arrive in a quarterly update released in September or October. We’re in the middle of finding out what exactly will be coming with the release of Android 16 this Summer. The…
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Android phones are getting lock screen widgets this year
Google has announced that lock screen widgets are coming to Android 16 phones later this year. Widgets have been available on the lock screen of the Pixel Tablet since last year, but Google is now bringing them to phones and more tablets. All widgets will support the lock screen by default, though app developers will have the option to disable…
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iOS 18.4 Lets You Add Your Apple Music Playlists to the Lock Screen
As a big fan of background music, I was intrigued by iOS 18.4’s Control Center changes. It adds a new tab called Ambient Music to Control Center’s list of customizable controls. You can use this to add one of four pre-selected Apple Music playlists (or your own) to the Control Center, your lock screen, or the Action Button (provided your…
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Samsung’s Now Bar Is the Sports and Lock Screen Feature I’ve Been Waiting For
Samsung’s new One UI 7 update (Android 15) has a lot to offer, especially on the new Galaxy S25 series. Instead of your average yearly update, this is a big one packed with features. While all the AI goodies are nice, one small change I love is the new “Now Bar,” and here’s why. What Is the Now Bar on…
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How to change or disable Lock Screen widgets on Windows 11
On Windows 11, Microsoft now allows users to personalize the widgets displayed on the Lock Screen. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to configure this new setting. Starting with Windows 11 build 22635.4870, Microsoft has revamped the Lock Screen experience, introducing a new option to select which widgets appear before signing in. Previously, the system automatically displayed…
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Windows 11 build 22635.4870 (KB5050087) brings Lock Screen changes in Beta Channel
Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 22635.4870 (KB5050087) in the Beta Channel with some visual improvements for existing features, including Lock Screen and File Explorer. As part of version 23H2 development, according to the official notes, the update KB5050087 for Windows 11 makes changes to the Lock Screen settings to organize your widgets. Also, File Explorer receives an…
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Android 16 Could Automatically Hide Viewed Notifications on Your Lock Screen
Quick Links But It’s Not Here Yet… Google might be planning a major lock screen notification overhaul, and if recent discoveries are any indication, Android 16 could bring a cleaner, smarter notification experience. Android Authority’s Mishaal Rahman recently found some hidden notification management features in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3 and shared a few screenshots of these new settings. While…
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How to Customize Lock Screen in One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy Phones
Samsung’s One UI is one of my favorite Android skins, and the credit goes to all its customization options. Its most recent version, the One UI 7 (review), further pushes the limits of how much you can tweak the appearance of your phone. This is especially apparent on the lock screen. So, if you’re weary of your current setup, then…
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US eyes ‘Cyber Trust Mark’ to lock down IoT frailties, but experts worry it doesn’t go far enough
The White House has launched a new cybersecurity label for internet-connected devices in a bid to help end-users quickly assess the security credentials of IoT systems. The program will mean smart devices sold in the US can be given the ‘Cyber Trust Mark’ to indicate vendors have implemented essential security measures when developing their products. “The U.S. Cyber Trust Mark…
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Blue Lock Arcs List: All the Manga Arcs in Order
In the past, sports anime like Slam Dunk, Hajime no Ippo, Kuroko’s Basketball, Haikyuu, and more ruled the hearts of the Shonen fans. However, in the modern era, the one sports anime dominating the genre is Blue Lock. It shows football players obsessed with discovering their ego to become the best striker in Japan, and our protagonist is learning something…
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