Hello! Here are some suggestions for customizing the Always-On Display (AOD) in Samsung's One UI 8, similar to how it works on OnePlus, to make it more personal and useful.
Advanced Customization for Text and Name
* Font Styles: Give users a variety of fonts to choose from, like bold, italic, or different handwriting styles.
* Text Color: Allow users to change the color of the text displayed on the AOD to better match their wallpaper.
* Text Size: Provide options to make the custom text or name smaller or larger.
* Animations: Add some basic animations for text, such as fading in or sliding in.
* Multiple Text Lines: Let users write more than one line of text, so they can include their name, a favorite quote, or a reminder.
Clock and Widget Customization
* Hybrid Clock: Add an option to display both an analog and a digital clock on the same screen.
* Theme-Based Widgets: Widgets should be able to automatically change their color and size based on the user's selected wallpaper or theme.
* Third-Party Widgets: Allow widgets from apps like Google Calendar or Spotify to be shown directly on the AOD.
* Dynamic Information: Give users the option to display live weather updates, upcoming appointments, or even stock market prices on the AOD.
Customization for Images and Icons
* Photos and Gallery: Let users set any photo or GIF from their gallery as the AOD. It would also be a great feature if they could blur parts of the photo or apply filters.
* Artwork and Icons: Samsung should have a collection of pre-loaded artwork (like digital patterns or abstract designs) and icons for users to choose from.
* Transparency and Blur: Users should be able to adjust the transparency and blur of the image on the AOD to their liking.
Additional Useful Features
* Improved 'Pocket Mode': Enhance the feature so the AOD completely turns off when the phone is in a pocket, saving battery.
* Schedule Settings: Allow users to set a schedule for when the AOD should turn on and off. For example, automatically turning it off from 10 PM to 7 AM.
* Battery Saving Mode: Add an option that runs the AOD at a very low brightness to save even more battery.
User Interface (UI) Improvements
* Simple and Intuitive Interface: Integrate all AOD customization settings into a single section within the 'Lock screen and wallpaper' menu of One UI, making it easy for users to find.
* Live Preview: As users make changes, show them a live preview of the AOD so they can see exactly what it will look like.
OnePlus's AOD is well-known for features like 'Canvas' and 'Bitmoji'. Samsung can draw inspiration from these ideas to make its AOD more personal and appealing. These improvements would make One UI 8 not just beautiful, but also incredibly useful.
