Apple Introduces Widgets to Reduce Distraction and App Engagement

Apple is trying to make devices less distracting with widgets that surface key info without opening apps.

Widgets have been around for a while on other platforms, but Apple is bringing them to iPhones, Apple Watch, and Mac.

Widgets aim to give users information when they want it, not when apps push notifications.

Apple sees widgets as a way to cut down on distraction and mindless phone use.

It remains to be seen if widgets can actually change user behavior and reduce app engagement.