# Cartogram: Live Map Wallpaper

> Turn places into 3D screensavers & live wallpapers. 30+ map styles.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.round\_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.round_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.round_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Round Tower
- **Category:** PERSONALIZATION
- **Downloads:** 332,970
- **Rating:** 4.12 / 5 (4,530 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.0.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-31
- **First published:** 2018-09-19
- **Publisher country:** IE
- **Size:** 44 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.round_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram)
- **Website:** [https://round-tower.ie](https://round-tower.ie/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://round-tower.ie/privacy/cartogram.html](https://round-tower.ie/privacy/cartogram.html)

## Description

Cartogram transforms the places that matter to you into stunning 3D wallpapers and live screensavers using real Google Maps data. Create wallpapers from any location worldwide with 30+ map styles, offline access, instant previews, and a clutter-free experience with no ads.

Upgrade to Premium for the full experience: unlimited saved configurations, live wallpaper with real-time GPS tracking, custom color schemes, day/night switching, and priority support. Designed for travelers, dreamers, and anyone who wants a personal, maps-based home screen.

## Rankings

- #123,744 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.round_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise Cartogram's visuals, updates, and customization, plus its location-based live map. However, recurring concerns include subscription pricing, intermittent pro-feature access, unreliable location data, and bugs introduced by updates. Overall positive about design and longevity but pricing and reliability are recurring pain points.

### Pros

- Frequent updates and ongoing bug fixes/improvements.
- Rich customization options for wallpaper personalization.
- Location-based live wallpaper that shows your location and is great for travelers.
- High-quality visuals, including AMOLED-friendly filters and satellite imagery.
- Long-term reliability and continuous development; used for years with fixes.

### Cons

- Subscription-based pricing is perceived as expensive; many want a one-time payment.
- Pro features sometimes don't work or become inaccessible after updates; some purchases removed or unsupported.
- Location features are unreliable or stop working after updates.
- Bugs introduced by updates such as broken zoom, black bars, or general errors.
- Uninstall option is missing or app cannot be removed on some devices.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.round_tower.app.android.wallpaper.cartogram)