# Thunderstorm 3D Live Wallpaper > Use Live Wallpapers online. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Sam Live Wallpaper - **Category:** PERSONALIZATION - **Downloads:** 112,581 - **Rating:** 4.32 / 5 (677 ratings) - **Version:** 1.1.5 - **Last updated:** 2026-05-25 - **First published:** 2018-03-20 - **Publisher country:** CN - **Size:** 14 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-14 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder) - **Website:** [http://8kwallpaper.online](http://8kwallpaper.online/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vR0V0t5Da2o7H2eO4v-zys-68kB02Cb3aghN4znCbaGDwxzrxGWWI-Gi4rM8gTuU4MaJysUL4FhBZ5y/pub](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vR0V0t5Da2o7H2eO4v-zys-68kB02Cb3aghN4znCbaGDwxzrxGWWI-Gi4rM8gTuU4MaJysUL4FhBZ5y/pub) ## Description **Thunderstorm 3D Live Wallpaper** brings a mesmerizing and realistic thunderstorm experience right to your desktop. Featuring dynamic 3D visuals of thunder and rain, this live wallpaper transforms your screen with vivid weather animations. It's completely free and supported by occasional ads to ensure continuous updates and improvements. Perfect for users seeking immersive desktop themes, this extension offers a seamless blend of natural storm ambiance and striking 3D graphics. Enjoy real-time thunderstorm effects without compromising system performance. User feedback is welcomed to enhance your live wallpaper experience further. ## Rankings - #209,450 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER` - `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder.permission.C2D_MESSAGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Review summary Users praise realistic storm visuals and lighting, quality animations, and overall satisfaction, with updates adding more video content. However, recurring complaints focus on intrusive advertising, the perception that it isn't a true live wallpaper, overly fast motion, and occasional download problems. Overall, the app is visually impressive but usability and reliability concerns temper enthusiasm. ### Pros - Realistic thunderstorm visuals with appealing lighting effects - High-quality video content and smooth animations (noted as increased after updates) - Overall positive user experience and enthusiasm (love it, great, excellent) - Beautiful animated storm wallpapers and visually appealing designs - Strong lighting visuals that enhance the wallpaper aesthetic ### Cons - Intrusive ads, including an ad greeting on opening - Not a true live wallpaper / not live as expected - Animation/motion can be very fast, making it feel rushed - Download issues or incomplete downloads for some users - Some reviews express negative opinions about overall quality (e.g., sucks, worst wallpaper) ## Similar extensions and apps - [Thunderstorm Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.thunderstorm) — 17,836 users, 3.85 / 5 - [Thunderstorm Free Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fishnoodle.storm_free) — 18,534,807 users, 4.32 / 5 - [Thunder Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.thunder) — 5,314 users, 4.33 / 5 - [Thunderstorm Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.SellAnnuityPayment.ThunderstormLiveWallpaper) — 2,196 users, 4.10 / 5 - [Rainstorm Wallpaper Live HD/3D](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lwpgo.wallpaper.rainstorm) — 50,454 users, 4.40 / 5 - [Thunder Live Wallpaper Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.thunderpro) — 13 users - [Thunderstorm Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fishnoodle.storm) — 319,809 users, 4.58 / 5 - [Thunderstorm Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackbirdwallpapers.thunderstorm) — 271,754 users, 4.44 / 5 - [Lightning Storm Live Wallpaper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.lightningstorm) — 437,790 users, 4.51 / 5 - [Storm Wallpaper HD/3D/4K](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lwpgo.wallpaper.lightningstorm) — 20,992 users, 4.72 / 5 - [Thunderstorm Wallpaper Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.thunderstormpro) — 24 users - [Real Storm Live Wallpaper Pro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.livephoto.live_wallpaper.realstormpro) — 36 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wallpaper.sam.tim997.thunder)