watchOS 26 will introduce support for third-party widgets in Control Center
By ForGeeks Apple is preparing one of the most anticipated innovations for the Apple Watch: watchOS 26 will include the ability to add third-party widgets to Control Center. This is according to 9to5Mac, citing a reliable source.
Apple is preparing one of the most anticipated new features for the Apple Watch: the ability to add third-party widgets to Control Center.
Control Center will become customizable
For the first time, users will be able to display data and actions in Control Center not only from Apple’s system apps, but also from third-party developers. Examples include a button for tracking water, launching workouts, controlling a smart home, and other commonly used features.
The new feature has been long awaited by users
The Apple Watch’s control center hasn’t changed much since the device’s launch. Unlike compliant watch faces, it has remained closed to developers. An upcoming update will expand its functionality and customize it to meet the needs of the user.
According to the source, Apple may make changes or delay the launch of the feature after WWDC. However, the likelihood of a release as part of watchOS 26 remains high.
WWDC 2025 will take place on June 9
Apple will unveil new versions of all of its platforms, including iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26 and watchOS 26, on June 9 at WWDC. The main focus this year is on redesigns and implementing long-standing user wishes. The focus on AI will be more modest compared to past updates.
The WatchOS 26 will bring support for third-party widgets in Control Center was first published at ITZine.ru.
