How to Install the Handy New Pixel 2 Calendar Widget on Your Current Android Phone
The new smartphones Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL there is love, from a powerful new camera to the compressed frame, which launches Google Assistant, but one feature that has not received much attention – is a widget phone calendar. Google’s new Pixel Launcher (additional software that comes on top of Android 8.0 Oreo ) puts upcoming event reminders right on your desktop, which is pretty cool if you’re the type of person who keeps forgetting about upcoming appointments and appointments.
Unfortunately, Google doesn’t usually release its Pixel launcher for other Android phones. However, there is already a third party application that offers the same basic functionality and you can download it right now.
How to download and install “Another Widget”
Created by Android developer Tommaso Berlose and spotted by PhoneArena , Another Widget will put the Pixel 2 desktop calendar on your current Android phone. It’s also free and works with any device running Android 4.4 or later, which should cover just about any phone or tablet you’re currently using.
After you download and install the Other widget, you will need to give it access to your calendar so that it can show you any upcoming events. You can also share your location with the app to receive real-time weather updates.
Putting another widget on the home screen is as easy as long pressing on the home screen and then selecting widgets when the menu appears. Then select the app, specify where you want to place it, resize it if necessary, and you’re done.