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Control a single Mac application on your iPhone with a full-screen, low-latency view. This app translates touch input naturally, allowing you to interact with Mac menus, type text, and transfer clipboard content securely. It prioritizes privacy with no accounts or cloud relay, operating solely over private networks.
What's New in Apperture
1.2.0
October 20, 2026
Apperture 1.2 makes getting to the right app faster and gives you control over how it fits your phone. Type to find any app, open one that isn't running yet, and resize the Mac window from your phone so it fills the screen you're holding. New: - Hand off from your Mac: press ⌃⌥⌘H as you step away and your iPhone gets a notification. Tap it to keep working in the same window - Search the app switcher: type a few letters and the running apps filter as you go - Open apps that aren't running: installed apps appear in a Not Running section and launch with a tap - Resize the Mac window from your phone, with a live silhouette of how it will fit; Fit to Phone does it in one tap and Apperture remembers it for each session. - Pair by pasting the Mac's code when you can't scan the QR Improved: - Improved support for Xcode 27's Device Hub. - Better support for Liquid Glass on iOS 26 and higher. - Smoother, spring-based transitions between the switcher and the stream - iPhone Duo support Fixed: - Taps in the app switcher were sometimes ignored - Terminal apps stay put while you type instead of recentering on every keypress - The expanded keyboard row no longer covers the bottom of the window - The connection status in the gear menu wrapped to two lines - Log headers now line up with their rows The Mac companion is now called Apperture Host.
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FAQ
What is Apperture?
Apperture allows you to view and control a single Mac application directly from your iPhone. It mirrors the app full-screen, making it feel like it's running on your phone, with low-latency and natural touch input translation.
Is Apperture free to use?
Yes, Apperture is available for free. The companion Mac app is also free and can be downloaded from runapperture.com.
Does Apperture have ads?
No, Apperture does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed for developer productivity and remote control.
How does Apperture handle privacy and security?
Apperture is private by design, requiring no accounts or cloud relay. Connections are encrypted and only work over private networks, with pairing initiated via a QR code and explicit approval required.
What are the system requirements for Apperture?
Apperture requires the free companion Mac app, which needs Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions. Your Mac must be on, awake, and logged in to stream apps.
Can I control my entire Mac desktop with Apperture?
No, Apperture is designed to mirror and control only one selected Mac app at a time, not your entire desktop. This focused approach ensures a better user experience on a smaller screen.
How often is Apperture updated?
The latest version of Apperture is 1.2.0, and it was last updated on October 20, 2026. Updates are released to improve functionality and reliability.
What devices does Apperture support?
Apperture is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience for controlling Mac applications on these mobile platforms.






