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Screensaver and Idle Experience

Nexio's modern screensaver is part of the app experience, not a separate utility. When the TV goes idle, it can turn into a moving discovery surface instead of a static logo or a black screen.

What it shows

  • The screensaver uses real catalog artwork and metadata.
  • If Trakt is signed in and the trending rails are enabled, the screensaver can use Trakt-backed trending movies and shows.
  • If Trakt is not available, Nexio falls back to popular catalog content.

Why Trakt helps

  • Trakt keeps the idle screen fresh with account-backed trending content.
  • The screensaver can follow the same account context as the rest of the app instead of showing a generic feed.
  • This makes the idle screen feel more connected to what you actually watch.

Motion and burn-in mitigation

  • The screensaver uses slow Ken Burns-style motion with a gentle pan and zoom.
  • Slides crossfade over time instead of staying completely static.
  • That movement helps reduce OLED burn-in risk during long idle periods.

What to expect

  • Press OK on a slide to open its details.
  • The idle experience is designed to feel like a living part of Nexio, not just a screensaver that covers the screen.

If this is not working

  • If the screensaver feels generic or stale, confirm Trakt is signed in and that the account sync has finished.
  • If the idle screen still does not reflect the account after setup, move to Troubleshooting.

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