Automattic / Automattic/pocket-casts-android

Add Material You/Dynamic Theming

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[Type] Feature
Dominant language
Kotlin
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Description

### What problem does this address?

Since Material You was announced, dynamic theming has been a selling point I look for in new applications. A dynamic theme for Pocket Casts would allow it to integrate more seamlessly into the overall look and feel of the device, but also provide a more personalize experience for the users.

### What is your proposed solution?

Migrate to material3 components for Android 12+ devices that support dynamic theming or integrate a library like [MonetCompat](https://github.com/KieronQuinn/MonetCompat) for broader device integration.

### Did you search for existing feature suggestions?

- [X] I have searched for existing feature suggestions.

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the Android app's current Material component usage and the Android 12+ dynamic theming requirements. Compare migrating to Material 3 components with integrating MonetCompat, then define the supported device range and theme behavior before implementation. Done means Pocket Casts follows the device's dynamic theme where supported.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
design, mobile
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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