Wall Mirror (old) 1.0

It is advisable to avoid using this particular app, as it appears to be outdated and a new version cannot be released at this time. For those interested in a more current alternative, consider searching for "Wall Mirror 2."

This application serves as a platform for displaying useful information on a tablet that is positioned behind a two-way mirror, creating the effect of text floating on the mirror's surface. Personally, I have utilized it in my home for several years, and it continues to be both an intriguing conversation piece and genuinely functional. The total material costs amounted to approximately $130. A selection of images documenting my construction process can be viewed here: https://imgur.com/gallery/DsXyt.

The primary strength of this app lies in its fully configurable user interface, which is accessible to users without programming expertise. Configuration includes personalizing settings such as location, stock tracking preferences, and nearby public transportation stops, ultimately allowing for installation within a frame. While numerous other "smart mirror" projects are available—search under terms like "magic mirror" or "smart mirror"—many of these require some coding knowledge. However, for those who are comfortable with coding, this app is open source and can be freely accessed for various uses: https://github.com/ineptech/mirror.

App Features:

• Current time and day of the week
• Customizable birthdays and holidays
• Integration with Google Calendar for appointments and reminders
• Weather information including current temperature and daily highs/lows (sourced from forecast.io)
• Stock quotes (previously sourced from Yahoo, note that this feature is currently broken due to Yahoo ending their free service; a fix is anticipated when time permits)
• Countdown to bus/train arrivals (setup requires some technical understanding, but no coding is necessary)
• Adjustable brightness and font sizes

Recent Updates:

• WebModule enabling loading of brief text messages from any URL
• Support for Celsius temperature readings
• Bug fix related to saving "Latitude" settings

Instructions:

Due to potential keyword spam issues with Google Play, detailed instructions for configuring the app cannot be included here. For comprehensive guidance on building the mirror and configuring the application, please visit the GitHub page: https://github.com/ineptech/mirror.