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Makes My Raspberry Pi a *R E A L* Treat !
Use the Real VNC to make a headless remote connection to my RPi Zero W and RPi 3B+ on my iPad screen . Either use the LAN to access with Real VNC , plus do it using your device as a hotspot for the RPi or even vice versa and GO MOBILE. No internet connection required , but go ahead surf the net if you do , no problem ! Remote connection to your device over the internet is also possible , but I have never been in need of such application 🧐 although Real VNC also delivers the goods here as well , fear not 😱🚫
Plus lots of great and detailed information on their website for users wishing to try all the myriad of features .
Real VNC is the best part of having a computer that fits in your pocket !Show less#actorstakenotes
Back after long break
I used VNC in the early 2000s to manage remote desktops in one location, and headless workstations at another. I could always count on it.
Now I have a device that is managed by an app on a w10 home workstation that is not in a convenient location, and I have a ipad. I can't use RDP and looked once again at VNC. I'm pleased to see that its alive and well, and has a secure "cloud" reverse proxy set up.. no more opening firewall ports. Its worth the charge, my other option was to get a could w10-11 workstation that would cost at least 3 times as much.
It solves cross platform remote access securelyShow lesspbibm
Incredible versatility
I use the Lite version for accessing my home server using phone or tablet as well as at home from my office laptop. Many thanks to RealVNC for their support of the home user. Many use cases for business productivity when VPN is not practical or available. Admittedly use on an iPhone is a bit clunky and I wouldn’t want to spend much time on it, but via a tablet (bigger screen) or even better, a laptop makes it just like you’re at your desk. Still, for a few minutes of admin work on the go, this is perfect. Zero perceived latency and a fairly light footprint. Great job RealVNC!Show lessJustsomeotherguyagain
Recent change hinders productivity
Use this app every single week, love it! However a recent change got rid of cursor inertia. I use VNC with a multi monitor setup. I used to be able to ‘flick’ the cursor and it would continue to move, like an iOS selection list. Flick harder, it moves further. Flick it softer, less movement.
Now as soon as your finger leaves the touch screen, the cursor stops it’s movement entirely. You cannot use inertia to move the cursor and it just takes much longer to move cursor across the monitor (let alone multiple monitors).
This change was made in the last 15-30 days or so. Small change, but completely obliterated my productivity within the app. Please at least add a setting to turn this function on or off. Thank you for your time!!Show lesstgimagine
Developer Response
Hi, thanks for sharing your feedback about the mouse/cursor speed. We're actively working on a fix for this issue and aim to have it released in the next few weeks. – RealVNCWhy only 3 stars?
First of all … I am a big fan and proponent of RealVNC, VNC Server and VNC Viewer. Unfortunately, I’m disappointed that the VNC Viewer app is just lagging specific to today’s mobile devices. It is now common for me to connect my iPad Pro M2 to a 4K monitor using an external keyboard and mouse … or using my Logitech Keyboard. The VNC Viewer App can only be used with the touch screen (which has served me well for a long time), but when using a trackpad or mouse, it is UNUSABLE.
In 2023, this is unacceptable as mobile devices such as the iPad Pro with M2 are effectively replacing laptops. If I’m going to control my remote systems, I now have to switch over to my HP laptop and use my VNC Viewer application on my laptop. I look forward to the day I can discard my laptop in favor of a single mobile computing device and we are now closer than ever.
Unfortunately, RealVNC is not keeping up with mobile device capability.Show lessrocky67z
Developer Response
Version 4.1.0 is rolling out today and adds trackpad or mouse support. It's not perfect, but any feedback on trackpad or touch usability in this update would thus be appreciated. We are investigating some reports of issues with host displays and multiple host displays, please keep giving good feedback, we cannot respond to all reviews, but we do read them. ~cbThe best product out there
In a world where remote control applications have become investment opportunities and prices have gone through the roof, it’s great to find an affordable, yet powerful application that just works. Extremely user-friendly, cross-platform and great value for money, I use it every day from and to various devices and wholeheartedly recommend it.Show lessnglshmn
Awesome tool
I’ve been using VNC for a very long time but the mobile app has been a complete game changer. I work from home, often having to monitor a program running on my work machine. The VNC viewer on phone has eliminated the back and forth to my home office. I can now monitor the program from anywhere in the house - I’m no longer chained to my desk. Highly recommended!Show lessRachanM
Works Great but Needs better iPad Support
I’ve been using RealVNC’s services for almost 7 years now and they haven’t skipped a beat with their products. Recently I picked up an iPad Pro with a Magic Keyboard/Trackpad cover and realized this app has no good support for the trackpad. The mouse does not follow my trackpad’s circle, which would be fantastic, and because of this controlling my desktop from my iPad is not an easy task. I love using VNC Viewer from my old MacBook Air, so it saddens me to see the experience is not the same here. sShow lessDoggo Mara
This app is my only reviewed app
And it deserves it, apps like any desk try their best to rip off VNC viewer/server’s features but they don’t do it justice.
Every time I am at work or out with friends and I forgot a picture, a file, etc ok just login to VNC and bam problem solved. If I need to restart my PC VNC viewer is the only remote app where I can even connect before I’m logged in to enter my PIN number.
10/10 would vnc into my home pc while out at a concert just to move some important files on my company FTP again!Show lesshe's a iucjegieg
App missing key feature
I am really liking the app. It beats parallels at connections. VNC connections are rock solid. Parallels keeps disconnecting and for some computers, you can’t even connect.
However, parallels navigation is very smooth and useful. VNC is also smooth and I actually want to buy a subscription, however, the best mode I prefer, the “panel mode” does not have right click ability. Contacted support and they said they are working on it. So if this comes to VNC, I’ll definitely give a 5 star. Hope it comes soon so I can subscribe before another remote app steals me away :-)Show lessDefinition by character
