Google Calendar: Better control on Xiaomi, Samsung, and other devices

Most people love using Google Calendar instead of the calendar apps that come with phones from brands like Samsung or Xiaomi. But if you own a device from these companies, you’ve likely noticed something annoying: you get two calendar apps. Android phone makers often add their own calendar app alongside Google’s version.

For example, when you buy a new Samsung phone, it comes with Google Calendar and Samsung’s own calendar app already installed. The same thing happens with Xiaomi and other brands. This issue of having two apps doing the same job has been around for a long time and still hasn’t gone away.

Good news, though! Google is stepping in with a smart fix. They’re adding a new feature to Google Calendar that stops other calendar apps on Android from grabbing its data without permission. This means users can turn off the automatic syncing that happens between these extra apps and Google Calendar.

Once this new option rolls out, you’ll be able to flip a switch in Google Calendar. When you do, other calendar apps won’t be able to peek at your Google Calendar events anymore. It’s a simple way to keep your schedule in one place and avoid the confusion of duplicate apps. This update gives you more say over how your calendar works on your phone, no matter the brand!