A widget is a placeholder term used in economics. i.e "The company xyz makes 23,000 widgets a year at 2.00 net profit each."
Recently it has begun to be used as the term for the items on the dashboard of Apple computers. Since, it's spun out to encompass small applications that have a single or few functions.
She wigits daily.
You might consider using a simple widget like a note-taking app that allows you to create a list or reminders, which can be useful for quick access to tasks or ideas. Another option is a weather widget that shows current conditions or forecasts in a compact format. Additionally, a calendar widget displaying upcoming events can be functional without cluttering your notification panel.