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iOS 27 Introduces New Extra-Large Widgets for iPhone Home Screen
Key points
- iOS 27 adds an extra-large widget size.
- New widgets are 4x6 grid slots, larger than previous 4x4.
- 11 Apple apps support the new extra-large widgets.
- Widgets are designed for devices like the iPhone Duo.
New Widget Size Introduced in iOS 27
Apple has released iOS 27, which introduces a new 'extra-large' widget size for the iPhone Home Screen. This new size expands customization options beyond the previously available widget dimensions.
Increased Content Display
The extra-large widgets occupy a 4x6 grid on the Home Screen, an increase from the prior maximum 'large' widget size of 4x4. This larger format allows for more content to be displayed within a single widget.
Supported Apple Applications
A total of 11 popular Apple applications now support the new extra-large widget size. These include Calendar, Home, Music, News, Notes, Photos, Reminders, Shortcuts, Stocks, TV, and Weather, offering various content displays such as lists, recommendations, and forecasts.
Designed for Larger Screens
While compatible with all iPhone models, the extra-large widgets are particularly suited for devices with larger screens, such as the iPhone Duo. The increased display area of these devices can fully utilize the expanded content capacity of the new widgets.
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iOS 27 now includes extra-large widgets, expanding Home Screen customization options for iPhones. These new widgets, measuring 4x6 grid slots, provide more content display for 11 popular Apple applications, particularly benefiting devices like the iPhone Duo.