AI Voice State Orb

Summary

A motion study exploring animated 3D orb states for an AI voice assistant, shifting material, light, and form across Idle, Listening, Thinking, and Speaking modes.

Visual description

A black background creates stark contrast for a right-aligned dark sphere with a bright white circular outline emitting an inner glow suggesting active illumination. On the left side, four state labels stack vertically (Idle is highlighted, with Listening, Thinking, Speaking below in lighter gray), followed by a Play button to trigger the animation sequence. The layout creates a clear connection between abstract visual states and their textual labels.

Key takeaway

Pair an animated orb with labeled state names on the side and a play trigger, allowing viewers to cycle through distinct AI assistant states and see how the orb material and light respond to each mode.

Reuse notes

Reach for this as a motion still reference. Pairs with minimal, 3d directions. Original by George.