News widgets must be one of the most used widgets in any device. They are powerful tools that significantly enhance the user experience by simply keeping the user updated with the daily ongoings. News widgets also offer customization options, enabling users to choose their preferred news sources, topics, or even specific articles to be displayed. Leaks regarding new Android News widgets have been surfacing recently, but it wasn’t until today when screenshots of the same were leaked ahead of their official rollout.
There’s a small compact widget, and then there’s a large, more comprehensive widget
Google is bringing exciting new features to Android with the introduction of customizable widgets. Among these additions are two Google News widgets that aim to enhance the user experience and keep users informed on the latest news. While the wait for version 5.82 of the Google News app continues, all eager Android users can do is merely wait for the arrival of these widgets through an official update.
The first of the two widgets is a compact 2×2 Quick View widget. Although it provides very little information about a single story, it allows users to have a glimpse of breaking news without opening the app. This widget caters to those who prefer a concise overview and quick updates on their favorite topics. For users seeking a more comprehensive news experience, the 4×3 List View widget is the perfect choice. Displaying two headlines and small accompanying images for each story, this widget offers a snapshot of multiple news articles at once. Compared to the existing 4×2 widget, the List View provides users with a broader range of news content to explore and engage with.
To access these new widgets, Android users must update their Google News app to version 5.82. Currently, the latest available version is 5.81, so the anticipation for the release builds. Users can check the version of the app on their device by navigating to Settings > Apps > See all xxx apps, finding Google News, and viewing the installed version number. Unfortunately, some users may have to wait a little extra than usual, until the update becomes available.
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