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I use [URL="https://itunes.apple.com/app/id335678373?at=10l3Vy]Alarm Clock by iHandy[/URL] that does just what you are desiring. I plug it in (it has a lock screen override built in so that if plugged in it will not lock), and with a simple swipe I can set the brightness as I want.