If you've ever wished your family could just see what's happening today without asking you a dozen times, a family command center might be exactly what you need.
A command center is simply a display that shows everything your household needs to know at a glance. Mount it in a high-traffic area like the kitchen or hallway, and suddenly everyone knows when soccer practice is, whether they need an umbrella, and how many days until grandma visits.
Here are five ways to use Widbo as your family's information hub.
1. The Shared Family Calendar
This is the heart of any command center. Connect your family's Google or Microsoft calendars and see everyone's schedules in one place. Color-code each family member so you can instantly tell whose event is whose.
Pro tip: Use the agenda view for a clean list of upcoming events, or the weekly view if you prefer seeing the whole week laid out.
2. Countdown to the Good Stuff
Kids love countdowns. So do adults, honestly. Add countdown widgets for:
- Summer vacation
- Birthday parties
- Holiday breaks
- Family trips
- The last day of school
Watching the days tick down builds excitement and helps everyone understand how time works (especially helpful for younger kids who ask "how many more days?" constantly).
3. Today's Weather at a Glance
No more morning scrambles looking for umbrellas or jackets. A weather widget shows current conditions and the forecast so everyone can dress appropriately before heading out the door.
This is especially useful during those tricky spring and fall seasons when the morning might be chilly but the afternoon warm.
4. Photo Memories on Rotation
Balance the practical with the personal. Add a photo widget that cycles through your favorite family memories. It's a nice way to remember vacations, celebrations, and everyday moments while you're grabbing breakfast or heading out.
Connect it to a Google Photos album and it stays fresh as you add new photos throughout the year.
5. The Daily Essentials
Round out your command center with a clock (because wall clocks are so last century) and maybe the current date prominently displayed. You'd be surprised how often someone in your house asks "what day is it?"
Getting Started
The beauty of Widbo is how easy it is to set up. Create a screen, drag on the widgets you want, connect your calendars and photos, and you're done. Display it on any screen you have - an old tablet, a spare monitor, or a small TV.
Your family command center is ready to keep everyone informed and on track.