d6jg wrote: 
> O2 Joggler either flashed with latest OpenPeak software or you can
> install and run off a USB stick. They go for about £50 on eBay. Makes a
> nice touch screen controller and can display a clock when not in use. I
> have one in this mode but TBH 95% of the time it's a clock and I use
> iPeng for control.
Thanks for the suggestions, but that requires mains power (as far as I
can tell).  I am looking for a hand held device.

The obvious option is an old smart phone or small Android tablet running
one of the controller apps.  I like Orange Squeeze on my phone.  

The principle things for me are drop-in charging dock (or wireless
charging) and the ability to "lock it down" so that only I can install
programs on it but others can use it.  Presumably there is an "app for
that" :)

I would also prefer something more tablet sized as well, ideally a 7" -
9" screen.  From further research since I posted it looks like I will
have my work cut out regarding the charging dock or wireless charging.
There are some rather clumsy wireless charging options for phones but
the 2 amp charging requirements of most tablets make it more of a
challenge.  My Xperia Z3 Compact has a neat magnetic charging dock that
uses external contacts on the phone - which would be ideal, but it looks
like no other company has thought of doing something similar - and my
budget is more in the £50 - £80 range.

Gap in the market there...



Matt
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