Tide — Live Wallpapers for Android
ACTIVETurn any video into a 1440p live wallpaper, Android-native
Launched July 22, 2026
About Tide — Live Wallpapers for Android
Tide is an Android‑native app that converts videos into 1440p live wallpapers. It plays wallpapers only while visible, pausing to a still frame when the screen sleeps to save power. Features include battery‑aware playback, full lock‑screen support, dynamic Material You accent colors, local caching of backdrops, custom wallpaper uploads, high‑quality downloads, and offline video storage with a 2 GB cache. The engine uses H.265 1440p and falls back to H.264 1080p for older devices.
Pricing
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Capabilities
1440p Live Wallpapers
Turns any video into a high‑resolution (1440p) live wallpaper that runs at full frame rate on compatible Android devices.
Battery‑Aware Playback
Stops decoding when the wallpaper isn’t visible, displaying a still frame to eliminate power draw during screen‑off or battery‑saving modes.
Lock‑Screen Support
Applies live wallpapers to the lock screen with seamless integration and dynamic accent‑color generation (Material You).
Custom Wallpaper Creation
Allows users to upload, trim, and publish their own video wallpapers through an in‑app library.
Local Caching & Offline Playback
Downloads backdrops once, stores them in a 2 GB offline cache, and plays them without network latency or API calls.
Hardware‑Friendly Codec Support
Uses H.265 1440p primary video codec with an H.264 1080p fallback for older decoders.
Android‑First Engineering
Deep integration with Android system services, matching display refresh curves and managing lock‑screen wallpapers natively.
Use Cases
Personalized High‑Quality Screens
Create a unique, vibrant phone background from personal videos without draining the battery.
For: Android users seeking customizable, high‑resolution live wallpapers
Battery‑Conscious Live Wallpaper
Enjoy animated wallpapers that automatically pause when the screen is off, preserving battery life.
For: Battery‑focused Android users
Community Wallpaper Sharing
Upload and share video wallpapers with the Tide community, building a library of curated backdrops.
For: Creators and enthusiasts who want to distribute their live‑wallpaper designs
Lock‑Screen Aesthetics
Apply live wallpapers to the lock screen, keeping a consistent visual theme across the device.
For: Users who want a unified look for both home and lock screens