With iOS 16, Apple brings the possibility for users to be able to personalize their locked screen with widgetsthe creation of which is accessible to third-party developers. Among these: Google, which has just updated two of its flagship apps accordingly. These are Google News, a direct competitor to Apple News (unavailable in France) and Gmail, the equivalent of Apple Mail at Mountain View.
For Google News, the widget takes the form of a small rectangle which is placed under the clock and displaysa press articleamong the most popular. By touching it, the user is then redirected to the web page in question to read the content. Of course, if the iPhone is secured by a password or Face ID, it must be unlocked using the appropriate method before you can view the article. This opens in the integrated Google News browser,potentially exposing you to surveillance.
A quick report from your inbox
For Gmail, you have the choice betweenthree optionsdifferent. The first takes the form of a small circle (size 1×1), which displays a large number corresponding to the number of unread messages and overlooking the Alphabet app logo. The second goes into more detail, with a count for social networks, promotions or even chats and spaces.
Finally, it is also possible to display a small line above the locked screen clock. This begins with today's date, followed by the Gmail logo and finally the number of messages received and unread. This solution is lighter and allows you to air out the interface and then complete it with other widgets under the time widget.
Update needed
To be eligible for the Gmail widget on the iOS 16 locked screen, you will need to have installed theversion 6.0.220918of the app on your iPhone. WithGoogle News, this is theversion 5.6.1who is waiting for you. With this, Google Chrome and Google Drive are also getting locked screen widgets, while Google Maps and Google Search should be updated very soon.
