The lock screen is evolving with iOS 26 and Android 16, so I put them to the test to see which one does it better.

Android 14 was already a step forward in customization for Pixel phones. Users could now add app shortcuts to the bottom corners of the screen, as well as choose from up to nine lock screen clock ...

A beloved feature is back on the Android lock screen, letting you see info at a glance without unlocking your phone.

Lock screen widgets were introduced in Android 4.2, but near completely removed in Android 5.0 Lollipop. This Android customization looks at getting them back.

Google’s new lock screen customization which will be one of the main additions to Android 14 is now operational in the Beta 3 update.

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 has a hidden lock screen clock customization option that lets you change the font style with a tap.

Android 14 Beta 3 includes access to several of the new lock screen customization options, such as new clocks and colours.

Android Lock Screen and Security In terms of security, WidgetLocker doesn’t actually let you open anything; it only lets you interact with a widget’s basic on-screen functions.

Android 14 will add more customization to your home and lock screens New features for creating custom wallpapers will arrive separate of the update.

But the iOS 16 Lock Screen, with its adjustable fonts, color overlays, and custom widgets, suggests that Apple may be entering a new phase.

Google is working on integrating new, more granular customization options for the Android lock screen clock.