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I have some temperature and flow rate readings being sent over to firebase from an ESP8266. In my existing website I can view those readings but I was wondering if I could make a PWA and then create a widget on my home screen (Android device) with those readings.
Is this currently feasible with a PWA or will I have to go native?
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Unfortunately you cannot create Android Widgets using a PWA today, you'll have to go with pure a Android implementation today.
A native app can provide a better set of features and functionalities than a progressive web application. Features like geofencing, mobile payments via NFCs, inter-app functionality, and smart sensor usage doesn't work well with a PWA. Also, delivering push notifications on iOS isn't possible using a PWA.
PWAs are more secure than normal web apps because they have to run under HTTPS. These security protocols ensure that no exchanges between the client and the server are tampered with. In a secure environment, customers can enter personal details and credit card information without the worry they might be stolen.
Unfortunately you cannot create Android Widgets using a PWA today, you'll have to go with pure a Android implementation today. It's something we (the Chrome team) have considered, but haven't started working on.
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