On-wall, always-on (AC Power), all-in-one touchscreen device with SIM card Slot.

sirglavcelot

Hello

I need a device for my parents home that is very simple to use, or at least I can set it up so it is simple for them to use. I need to hang it on the wall and use AC power to power it. So I'm pretty much talking about an all-in-one wall mounted pc. But I need it to be Touch Screen and have a SIM card slot. I need this because my father is beyond useless with phones and gadgets and unfortunately my fun was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and never remembers to charge her phone but even if it was she would have issues using it. Basically the only thing this device would be used for is WhatsApp. Anyone any suggestions.

Thanks

ohnonotgmail

would a tablet not be more useful? it has a touchscreen and the interface could be as simple as you want it to be. Just a home screen with the whatsapp app.

Spocker

Have a look at this software (€7 one time fee) you can install on an Android device; it can auto-start apps on a reboot, and fill screens with a single app, it might be helpful to make sure WhatsApp is always to the front and running : https://www.fully-kiosk.com/#home

JoyPad

I don't think Whatsapp can be used without a phone. Not all Android devices will be suitable for a standalone installation like this.

ohnonotgmail

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118255638#Comment_118255638

you can get tablets with a sim card slot. Combine that with the Kiosk solution suggested by Spocker and that should meet the OPs requirements.

Zilog

Would something like an Echo Show linked to a wifi hotspot (even one using a PAYG SIM) suit?

With these you can 'drop in' without your folks even having to answer? Also many functions are useable by voice, it being basically an Alexa.