Apple is all set to host its first biggest event of 2025- WWDC next week. The annual developer conference of the company will begin on June 9. Apple is expected to unveil the next generation versions of its iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, macOS, tvOS and VisionOS operating systems. Now a new online report suggests that the company is preparing a significant enhancement for its Apple Watch operating system,

watchOS 26

, with the introduction of support for

third-party widgets

in the Control Center. As reported by 9to5Mac, the upcoming feature will enable users unprecedented customization options, moving beyond Apple's native toggles and tiles. Along with this, the update will also allow developers to integrate their own widgets alongside existing Apple toggles like Wi-Fi, Battery, and Focus Mode.

According to a report by 9to5Mac, for the first time, Apple Watch users will be able to add, remove, and reorder widgets directly from the Watch app on iPhone, making customisation more intuitive. This change mirrors the widget flexibility introduced in

iOS 18

’s Control Center, offering a more personalised experience.The report further adds that The new feature could enable quick-access shortcuts for third-party apps, such as Hydration trackers, smart home controls and workout presets. This streamlined customisation process is a notable improvement over the current method, which is limited to on-watch editing.

Apple's watchOS 26 is expected to bring several enhancements, focusing on design updates, AI-powered features, and expanded customisation. Here’s what is expected: