Choosing a viewer screen

Daily View runs in an ordinary web browser so in most cases you won’t need to buy anything new.

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   Recommended: use a device you already have

   An old tablet that’s no longer anyone’s daily device is often ideal — it keeps costs down and puts something already in a drawer back to use. Look for:

   1. A screen of at least 8–10 inches, so today’s plan is easy to read from across the room.
   2. A web browser that’s still receiving updates — recent versions of Safari or Chrome both work well.
   3. A location that is within Wi‑Fi range and near to where the viewer will sit.
   4. Somewhere it can, ideally, stay plugged in permanently (battery life and battery health don’t matter once it’s always on charge).
   5. A way to prop device up (a stand, dock, case with a built-in kickstand) or wall mount.
   6. The ability to turn off its auto-lock/screen timeout and notification pop-ups in Settings, so the plan stays visible and undisturbed.
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   If you do need to buy one

   The same characteristics above still apply. A plain, everyday tablet is all that’s needed — there’s no reason to pay for a high-end model. A few reliable, affordable options:

   • Amazon Fire HD 10 The most budget-friendly option. 10.1″ screen, plenty large enough, and inexpensive enough that it’s an easy first purchase. See current price →
   • Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ An 11″ Android tablet a step up from the Fire tablet — a smoother browser and more storage, still at a modest price. See current price →
   • Apple iPad (11-inch) Costs more, but Guided Access (Settings → Accessibility) locks the screen into Daily View so nothing else can be opened by mistake — worth it if that reassurance matters to your family. See current price →

Whichever device you use, a simple stand or case with a kickstand makes it easy to prop up wherever it will live.

Still stuck? Email support@dailyview.org and I’ll help you sort it out.