new reminder widget now available

Earlier, there were already reports about a new widget from Google Photos. From now on you have the option to use the new widget, which will take you directly back in time.

Reminders in Google Photos widget

For some time now you can go to Google Photos for memories. These are photos you took on that day, or in that week, years ago. Of course, you must have given Google Photos access to your images for this. Once that is done, you will receive reminders in the app and an overview of previously uploaded files.

Now there is good news for the widget lovers. You can now use the Google Photos widget. This allows you to view reminders on your home screen. Google itself picks out random moments to show. That can also be from any day of this year or previous years.

The memories widget is 2×2 tiles by default. However, you can enlarge it so that it can be seen more clearly. By tapping on the photo you navigate directly to the relevant photo.

Google is rolling out the new functionality through a server-side update. You do not have to go to the Google Play Store to download an update. Since this is a server-side update, it may take a while for everyone to use the feature.