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phosphene · v1.5
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Custom video wallpapers for the desktop and lock screen
brew install --cask phosphene 158
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Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.55d ago1.4.1→1.5
7d ago1.4→1.4.1
10d ago1.3.0→1.4
11d ago1.2.2→1.3.0
Review
Jul 31, 2026Phosphene offers a unique way to use custom video wallpapers on both the desktop and lock screen, making it ideal for users who want dynamic and engaging backgrounds. Its integration with macOS System Settings and support for any video format are key features.
Phosphene enables users to set custom video files as wallpapers for their desktop and lock screen.
Maturity: The project is active with recent commits and resolved issues, indicating good maintenance.
Community: Mentions on Hacker News are limited and show low engagement. No significant discussion on Reddit.
Pros
- + Unique feature of using video files as wallpapers
- + Integration with macOS System Settings for easy setup
- + Actively maintained with recent updates
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update functionality
- - Limited community traction and user base
Community Mentions
hackernews
Jun 2026 Phosphene
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Nov 2024 Phosphenes: The Evidence
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Apr 2024 Phosphenes
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