iPocketRemote

This app needs to be used together with the Mac client iPocketDock.

Please go to Settings and tap Download Mac App to download the Mac client.

iPocketRemote is a secure, lightweight remote for your Mac on the same local network. Pair via QR code or manual code to establish a trusted link, then control media, adjust volume and mute, and lock or sleep your Mac — right from your phone.

Highlights

Fast pairing: QR scan or manual code, ready in seconds

Smart connectivity: auto discovery of paired Macs and seamless reconnect

Media control: play/pause, previous/next track

Volume control: 0–100 slider, volume up/down, one‑tap mute

System actions: lock screen and put Mac to sleep

Smooth UX: clear feedback and haptics, real‑time status

Multi‑device: add/remove/rename devices; mark a preferred device

Security & Privacy

App‑layer HMAC‑SHA256 signing with timestamp checks to prevent tampering/replay

Pre‑shared keys stored securely in the iOS Keychain

Local‑only communication, no cloud and no accounts required

Permissions

Camera: used only to scan pairing QR codes

Local Network: used to discover and connect to your Mac (Bonjour/mDNS)

Requirements

iOS 17.0 or later

Companion Mac app “iPocketDock” running on the same network (not included)

Tip: On first use, allow Camera and Local Network permissions to complete pairing and connection.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/