Dwell · Publisher comparison image · historical
Separate narration and background music choices
The comparison consolidates voice and edition into one pill and music into another. The article places repeat and sleep timer within an Options screen.
Design takeaway
Keep frequent playback decisions close to the player. Move secondary controls into a discoverable area that still communicates active settings.
What this example establishes
The comparison consolidates voice and edition into one pill and music into another. The article places repeat and sleep timer within an Options screen.
Limits and further verification
This 2023 redesign is a historical example. It does not verify today’s player, Selah behaviour, exact highlighting granularity or verse-level repeat support.
Provenance
- Platform
- iOS · publisher release article
- Image origin
- Publisher comparison image · historical
- Source or capture date
- 13 July 2023
- Reviewed
- 5 October 2026
- Version
- Not stated by publisher
Compare the relevant patterns
The player works without the screen
Support listening as a complete mode of use.
Research-informed design proposal68 · Audio and guided practiceSpeech and ambience have separate controls
Let background music support listening without masking speech or becoming mandatory.
Research-informed design proposal21 · Audio and guided practiceNarration style has provenance
Distinguish an audio edition from an adaptation or generated retelling.
Research-informed design proposal70 · Audio and guided practiceRepeat an explicit Scripture range
Separate what repeats, how often and what happens between repetitions.
Research-informed design proposal18 · Audio and guided practicePlayback and reading positions can differ
Follow the narration without forcing the reader to follow every movement.
Research-informed design proposal