
OnePlus 8
Interactive Wallpaper
As the Art Director for this project, I designed an interactive wallpaper for the OnePlus 8 Pro that dynamically responds to user input and environmental data. More than just a background, it creates a constantly evolving visual experience, making each interaction feel fluid and personalized.
The wallpaper reacts in real-time as users swipe through their home screens, subtly shifting and adapting to movement. This continuous motion enhances the sense of depth and dynamism, ensuring the phone always feels alive.






Another key feature is its ability to respond to live weather data. As temperatures drop, the wallpaper shifts to cooler tones, while warmer conditions bring in richer hues—creating an ambient connection between the digital interface and the real world.


During the research phase, I explored additional ways to make the wallpaper uniquely personal. Concepts included adapting the design based on step count or screen usage, with the visuals becoming more intricate throughout the day. This approach aimed to create a wallpaper that evolves with each user’s habits, making every device experience one of a kind.



One of the biggest challenges was ensuring smooth performance on the high-resolution, 90Hz display. To achieve this, the wallpaper was optimized to run directly on the phone’s GPU, allowing for a highly efficient, real-time experience without impacting performance or battery life.






Credits
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Client:
OnePlus
Studio:
onformative
Production:
Tobias Ziegler
Creative Direction:
Cedric Kiefer
Art Direction:
Bernd Marbach
Visual Research:
Sebastiano Barbieri
Code:
João da Fonseca
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