Foldable Display Wallpaper Animation Based on Unfolding Angle

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Solution Overview

Problem

Foldable display screens in electronic devices lack dynamic display effects during the unfolding or folding process, resulting in a limited user experience due to static wallpaper presentation.

Innovation Solution

An electronic device display method that generates animations based on the unfolding angle of a foldable display screen, dynamically changing the size and location of the wallpaper to match the physical state changes, thereby providing a dynamic display effect.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a static wallpaper is displayed on the foldable display screen during unfolding or folding process, then the device structure remains simple, but the user experience is limited due to lack of dynamic display effect

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay system complexityVSAvoiduser experience
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the Dynamics principle by transforming the static wallpaper into a dynamic one that automatically adapts to the unfolding and folding states of the display screen. The system detects the current state (folded, unfolded, or intermediate) and dynamically adjusts the wallpaper display accordingly, creating a lively and engaging user experience without requiring complex manual interventions

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements Parameter changes by modifying the wallpaper's display parameters (such as visibility, position, or content) based on the detected unfolding angle and screen state. The system changes the wallpaper parameters dynamically as the screen transitions between folded and unfolded states, enabling the wallpaper to present different visual information appropriate to each state

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If a dynamic animation is played during the screen unfolding or folding process, then the user experience is enhanced with dynamic display effects, but the device complexity increases due to additional control mechanisms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser experienceVSAvoiddisplay control system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the Feedback principle by implementing a closed-loop control system that detects the screen's unfolding angle and current state, then uses this feedback information to automatically control the wallpaper animation display. The system continuously monitors the screen state and adjusts the wallpaper presentation in real-time, creating a seamless dynamic effect without requiring complex manual control mechanisms

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements Self-service by enabling the wallpaper system to automatically detect screen state changes and adjust its own display parameters without external intervention. The display control mechanism autonomously manages the animation playback based on the detected unfolding angle, reducing the need for additional complex control systems while enhancing user experience

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS20250349234A1Electronic Device Display Method, Apparatus, and Storage Medium
Publication Date: 2025.11.13 HUAWEI TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

An electronic device display method includes displaying a wallpaper on a foldable display screen of an electronic device in a first area of a first wallpaper when the foldable display screen is in a first physical state. The method further includes playing a first animation in a process in which the foldable display screen changes from the first physical state to a second physical state. The first animation includes a first frame and a second frame, a wallpaper in the first frame is a second area of the first wallpaper, a wallpaper in the second frame is a third area of the first wallpaper, and sizes of the second area and the third area and locations of the second area and the third area in the first wallpaper are related to an unfolding angle of the foldable display screen.