# Useful iPad widgets bring delivery tracking, smart controls and forecasts to the Home Screen

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/10-ipad-widgets-you-probably-didnt-realize-existed/
- Published: 2026-11-02T00:15:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-02T00:32:56+00:00
- Original publisher: Engadget
- Original article: https://www.engadget.com/2299525/ipad-widgets-didnt-realize-existed/
- Topics: Gadgets

## Key points

- iPad widgets can do more than show weather and calendar events.
- Parcel tracks deliveries from up to 300 services.
- Home and weather widgets add quick controls and detailed forecasts.

## Summary

The article highlights less obvious iPad widgets that can make everyday tasks quicker and give the Home Screen more useful information. It says iPadOS 27 has added extra-large widgets to Today View, making better use of the iPad’s larger display.

Examples include Parcel for tracking deliveries, Apple’s Home widget for controlling compatible smart accessories, and (Not Boring) Weather, which pairs playful visuals with forecasts and severe weather alerts. Parcel supports up to 300 delivery services, but its free tier tracks three deliveries at a time; premium costs $6.99 a year. The weather app is free, while its real-time widget requires a $14.99 annual membership.

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