Blackr: OLED Screen Off

Simulate screen off for AMOLED or OLED displays while apps can keep running.

Blackr: OLED Screen Off

App stats

Version: 8.6 (Last updated: 2024-11-18)
Creation date: 2016-03-27
Permissions
Phone: read phone status and identity
Device ID & call information: read phone status and identity
Other:
  • run at startup
  • draw over other apps
  • control vibration

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App summary

πŸ”² Blackr simulates a screen off state over apps and does not stop them from running. Useful for turning display off while streaming videos, camera recording and various other use cases.

⏺️ Simple and smart design makes it very easy and convenient to use. Works best with OLED & AMOLED displays that switch off any pixel displaying true black.

⬛ Can also be used as a pure black screen app, always on display (AOD) or simulated lock screen depending on the scenario.

πŸ†“ Contains NO ADS at all and minimum permissions. Not even internet is requested. Designed with absolute user privacy and optimal battery usage in mind.

✨ FEATURES:
β€’ Use notification, widgets or floating icon to start.
β€’ Now with full black screen support everywhere.
β€’ Keep apps running & screen essentially off.
β€’ Supports quick tiles in notification bar.
β€’ Highly customizable intuitive design.
β€’ Clock toggle for pure black screen.
β€’ Motion clock prevents screen burn in.
β€’ Display date, time and battery (optional).
β€’ Prevent device from sleeping (if needed).
β€’ Small app size and extremely efficient app design.

🌟 ADVANCED FEATURES such as fixed icon position, modern icon design, unlock button to prevent accidental unlock and screen opacity control make the app super customisable to your liking and needs.

πŸš€ QUICK LAUNCH allows you to launch chosen apps with a simple tap or press. Making it convenient to use your favourite app with ease. Supports apps like YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and many more.

πŸ”’ UNLOCK STYLE allows advanced gestures to disable black screen mode to prevent accidental unlock. You can use either swipe up and down together, or upto four taps to unlock. Feature has come in place by popular user demand.

🌈 RGB LIGHTING which fades through different hues. You have to see it to believe how amazing it looks. Gives the design a modern aesthetic.

🟰 SYMMETRICAL CLOCK ensures the clock is moving only along the vertical axis for perfect symmetry yet avoiding any chances of burn in. Helping prolong the life of your screen.

Optional way to use the app is to add a Blackr button in the quick tile settings in device status bar (near wifi, bluetooth, etc). It works seamlessly any time!

App works by displaying a black overlay on top of the screen and on most modern displays black pixels are turned completely off, effectively turning the display off.

Technically, it is an overlay and your phone is not sleeping while this is on. So power reduction is mostly from less or no screen usage, and helpful to prevent screen burn in.

πŸ’« Works best on OLED screens like AMOLED, PMOLED, QD-OLED and similar display technologies that switch off any pixel displaying true black. App will still work on any display though.

Runs optimal on devices like Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, Samsung Fold and Flip, OnePlus and more. Any device with OLED display will work great and just as intended.

Can also be used to reduce any burn-in on screens, as we change the lit pixels every minute, it acts as a good screen reset.

πŸ… This app can be used in many scenarios like recording long videos, watching YouTube, Netflix, Prime video, etc. with screen off or streaming videos while listening to music only.

Moreover, users find it quite useful in keeping screen on or off manually rather than using the lock button during frequent use. The application is usable in countless scenarios.

πŸ”· 8th Anniversary Feature Drop is now live. Thanks to all our amazing users for the endless love received. Enjoy!

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Combines functionality of keeping apps running while the screen is off
  • Saves battery life
  • No ads and a clean user experience
  • Good for specific uses like watching videos or listening to music without screen interference
  • Well supported and updated by the developer
Cons
  • Issues with displaying over other apps or navigation bar cover not working consistently
  • Customization options for clock position and color are limited
  • Functionality can be inconsistent with certain updates
  • Accidental movement of the start icon
  • Some users expect all features to be free or more accessible
Most mentioned
  • The app effectively blacks out the screen while allowing selected apps to run
  • Users appreciate the lack of ads and clean interface
  • Functionality issues with the status bar and app interactions
User reviews
Very smart idea on creating this. Only four stars because I think everything should be free. Other then that. Very useful for what I'm using it for. Thank you!?!.
by Justys Mcdonald, 2024-10-31

The start icon is too easy to move accidently. Also despite having swipe set to unlock, the phone is often already unlocked when I take it out of my pocket.
by Neil Howard, 2024-10-29

Very useful. It makes devices with OLED screens literally look like they're turned off.
by BlackMeowgic, 2024-10-18
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