Android widgets are quite easy to install. Tap and hold an empty space on your home screen, select Widgets from the menu, and then long press on the widget of your choice. If you're looking to customize and maximize your Android device, here are five of the best Android widgets.

For those that find it a real pain hopping on your browser every time you want to check the forecast then this widget is perfect for you. With ten different report settings and a customizable display screen, you'll be able to check your local weather at a glance.

Quotes Widget

If you're a fan of quotes or motivational sayings, then make sure to add the Quotes Widget. This app adds a daily dose of quotes from their server (or you can add your own) that you can set to change at the interval of your choice, anywhere from two to 24 hours.