15 apps with widgets for the lock screen in iOS 16

One of the great novelties of iOS 16 without a doubt are the widgets for the new Lockscreen. Widgets they are larger icons, like panels, that display the most varied data about that application. For example, the Weather app, which displays the weather in the region, offers a widget with more complementary information, in addition to the outside temperature, such as forecasts for the next few days. Now that the iPhone supports widgets while locked, several apps are adapting and making the new feature available. We will now list several of these applications! Shall we meet them?

assorted widgets

Motivation

Starting with an app that was made to elevate users' esteem, this motivational quotes widget had 500.000 downloads in one day, when iOS home screen widgets were first released. Now, it will allow users to add these same motivational quotes to their lock screen in different widget sizes, meaning you will no longer need to unlock your iPhone to read a necessary motivation message.

The application Motivation is available on the App Store for free

I am

Following the same vibe as Motivation — even made by the same company —, in I am we have this variation which includes only positive affirmations designed to avoid self-doubt, many of which begin with the text “I am”. Again, now a message or self-reflection affirmation is within reach of the locked screen.

The application I am is available on the App Store for free

Launcher

This custom widget creation tool is expanding beyond the interactive home screen widgets, and now the Launcher allows users to add widgets to the lock screen as well. Among some of the actions available are running shortcuts, playing music, contacting your contacts or running any other application. It also supports widgets on Apple Watch in watchOS 9.

The application Launcher is available on the App Store for free

Themify

themefy is another home screen personalization app that has been updated as per the support for new features of iOS 16. Included here are wallpapers with depth effect and lock screen widgets which offer somewhat inspiring quotes, according to the style and even mood of each user.

The application Themify is available on the App Store for free

widgetsmith

One of the most popular home screen widget customization apps has been expanded to now support iOS 16 lock screen. widgetsmith gives users the ability to design their own text, circular, or rectangular widgets using a variety of options, themes, symbols, photos, and other widget types — similar to the already-included feature so you can create your own home screen widgets. An application at the very least necessary for true customizers.

The application widgetsmith is available on the App Store for free

livepic

A personalization app that previously focused on interactive wallpapers and home screen themes has now been updated after the release of iOS 16. It will replace the “live” wallpapers because of the new depth effects and there is even a prediction that it will change its name to “MyScreen", posteriorly.

The app will also add a new feature, “Lock Screen Pack“, which contains several elements that should work together, including wallpapers, widgets, loading animations, and more. Also added the feature “photo shuffle” that lets you configure how often you switch between your favorite lock screen photos. Each pack has up to 20 images with a similar design, theme or color scheme.

The application livepic is available on the App Store for free

Lock Screen Icon Widgets

Rihab Mehboob, winner of the WWDC20 Swift Student Challenge, I developed a very simple screen lock widget that allows you to customize your screen with icons and text, as well as another one for contacting favorite people with messages or FaceTime. If you're not the flamboyant type and prefer more minimalist or understated customizations, this might be the ideal option.

The application Lock Screen Icon Widgets is available on the App Store for free

screenkit

The application screenkit These are themes that include a set of 100+ lock screen widgets, plus wallpapers, home screen widgets, custom app icons and more. With it you can create a complete design for your iPhone.

The application screenkit is available on the App Store for free

travel

flighty

The new iOS 16 lock screen widgets are also present in the flighty! Introducing itself as a travel app, it includes a travel countdown widget to use before your trips, a live flight status widget and even an in-flight progress bar that works even offline.

The application flighty is available on the App Store for free

productivity and work

Things

Now we have here a popular task manager app is bringing your “to do” list to the lock screen. those responsible for Things created three new lock screen widgets, a list widget that puts your tasks right on your phone's screen — including today's tasks, your inbox, deadlines or more. Meanwhile, the widget “New To Do” allows you to tap to launch the app and add a new item, as well as the “Ring of Progress” widget, giving you a quicker view of how many items you have completed.

The application Things is available on the App Store for free

T

O T is a to-do list and task manager app, which added a variety of iOS 16 lock screen widgets to quickly add tasks, track task goals and other productivity statistics. It's never been easier to stay organized within reach of your iPhone's lock screen.

The application T is available on the App Store for free

goodlinks

Now how goodlinks, you have a companion app that helps you save your stories and other articles to read at another time. Updated for iOS 16, this app comes with support for a variety of features, including Focus filters, app shortcuts, and lock screen widgets that let you access a list or tag, or open a random unread link.

The application goodlinks is available on the App Store for $ 5.

lookup

This english dictionary app, lookup, already offered more than just definitions with features like Word of the Day, quizzes, translations and more. With iOS 16, it's now adding lock screen widgets, including a viewable word of the day, quick search access — so you can search for things without unlocking your iPhone — and a learning widget to increase your vocabulary.

The application lookup is available on the App Store for $ 10.

Utilities

CardPointers

The application CardPointers helps you find the right credit card to use to maximize your bonuses when making a purchase. With the coming of iOS 16, it is now presenting itself in a new version that adds support for a number of new features such as Focus filters, passwords, app shortcuts and much more, plus, of course, a set of widgets for the Lockscreen.

As the app automatically creates thousands of app shortcuts, there are many lock screen widgets available. The app supports two variants: one that shows you the best card to use in any store or purchase category, and one that tracks expired points and offers to help you save money.

The application CardPointers is available on the App Store for free

Speedy

The application Speedy will support you to quickly send messages, calls, text messages (SMS) to a contact that appears on the lock screen or even messages through apps like FaceTime, WhatsApp, Signal ou Telegram. The application does not require additional permissions to function and it works for free, as the developer expects this to be a space where everyone can enjoy its services.

The application Speedy is available on the App Store for free

Health

Empirical Sleep

O Empirical Sleep is an iPhone sleep tracker that also works with the Apple Watch to help users analyze their sleep patterns, including integrating their data with the iPhone's built-in Health app. The app looks at three main metrics, namely sleep onset, duration and quality. After the analysis he makes recommendations for better sleep. With iOS 16, Empirical Sleep is being updated with new “sleep stages” support supported by watchOS 9, new WatchFace complications, and widgets on the iPhone lock screen that will display the three sleep stages it tracks.

The application Empirical Sleep is available on the App Store for free

And you, what did you think of the recommended apps? Are you going to use any of them to take advantage of the new widgets on the lock screen? Tell us in the comments!

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