Reconnecting… Screensaver
The Reconnecting screensaver shows a convincing fake video-call "reconnecting" screen with a frozen frame and a spinning connection indicator. It is free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the Reconnecting… screensaver works
The saver renders a familiar video-call interface frozen mid-frame, with a "Reconnecting…" banner and spinner overlaid.
The frozen look and spinner cycle convincingly, exactly like a real dropped call.
No camera, microphone, or real call is ever involved — it is a purely visual screensaver.
Press any key or move the mouse to exit, like any other screensaver.
A worked example
Left running during a break, it reads exactly like your call actually dropped — a favorite lighthearted desk prank for remote workers.
Settings & tips
- Accent recolours the reconnecting banner.
- No camera or microphone is ever accessed.
- A classic, harmless remote-work prank.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this use my camera or mic?
- No — it never accesses your camera or microphone. It is a static visual effect.
- Is this a real dropped call?
- No — it is a purely cosmetic screensaver effect.
- Is a key needed?
- No — it runs entirely locally.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.