Re: hacking an android tablet to single function device

2012-05-04 Thread Joseph Sinclair
It is possible to kiosk an android device, and it doesn't require a special build. The application must be an Android application, and must implement a certain interface. Basically, you just replace the application that provides the home screen ("desktop" as you described it) with your own app

Re: hacking an android tablet to single function device

2012-05-04 Thread Stephen
gt;> -Original Message----- >> Subject: Re: hacking an android tablet to single function device >> >> I know usb and bluetooth device support was added as of gingerbread, >> wich is 2.3 so if your device is at least that current you will get >> that functionality. >>

RE: hacking an android tablet to single function device

2012-05-04 Thread Carruth, Rusty
Yes, but does it recognize the keyboard as a keyboard? My LG G2x will pair with a wireless keyboard, but won't take keystrokes from it.   > -Original Message- > Subject: Re: hacking an android tablet to single function device > > I know usb and bluetooth device suppor

Re: hacking an android tablet to single function device

2012-05-04 Thread Stephen
I know usb and bluetooth device support was added as of gingerbread, wich is 2.3 so if your device is at least that current you will get that functionality. as for "kiosk'ing" the device i am not sure, i do know you can launch an app on boot. but i have not delved into how that is done. however t