Audiobook and podcast player built for seniors, visually impaired and non-tech-savvy listeners who need an easy way to play audio. Instead of complex menus and unnecessary features, Homer offers a clear, minimal interface focused on one thing: easy audiobook and podcast playback. Use the special "lockdown mode" to turn an Android tablet into a dedicated, single-purpose audiobook and podcast device. Designed for: - Elderly who want simple, independent listening - Visually impaired users who benefit from large controls and spoken titles - Non-tech-savvy users who find standard apps overwhelming - People with cognitive challenges who need basic functionality Easy to use: - Large, easy-to-tap buttons - Simple navigation with swipe left/right - Flat content structure (no deep nested folders) - No ads, no pop-ups, no distracting clutter - Optional title read-aloud for accessibility - Flip-to-stop: place device screen-down to pause playback Lockdown mode: - only playback functionality - blocks exiting the app - hides settings - no access to other apps, notifications nor settings Audiobooks: - Play DRM-free audiobooks from device storage - Resume position saved separately for each book Podcasts: - Automatically updates to show the latest 1-5 episodes - Downloads full episodes for reliable offline playback Caregiver-managed setup (secondary role): - A caregiver configures content and settings in advance - Optional lockdown mode hides all apps and functionality except the player - Device is prepared once, then used independently by the listener Additional features: - High-contrast light and dark themes - Customizable controls: volume, chapter skip, forward, rewind - Adjustable playback speed - Sleep timer with shake-to-continue How it works: 1. Install Homer on an Android 7+ phone or tablet. 2. Add audiobooks/podcasts and adjust the interface as needed. 3. Optionally lock or hide settings. 4. Hand the device to the listener for simple, independent daily use. Homer m