# MiniBridge: Portable Display — USB/Wi-Fi, Keyboard & Mouse

> iPhone/iPad as Mac mini screen, trackpad, and keyboard via USB or Wi-Fi. (iPhone/iPad app by 超 张.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibridge-portable-display/id6797594984 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [超 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773160582)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-09-07
- Data updated: 2026-10-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibridge-portable-display/id6797594984/reviews.md

## What is MiniBridge?

Use your iPhone or iPad as a portable display, trackpad, and keyboard for your Mac mini. Connect over USB or local Wi-Fi to view the desktop and control apps, with one less monitor to carry when travelling.
After initial setup, you can use your Mac without an attached conventional monitor. Initial Mac setup and FileVault pre-boot unlock still require a physical monitor. MiniBridge does not provide remote access over the internet.

THREE WAYS TO USE YOUR MAC
• Display: use iPhone or iPad as the screen, with your external mouse and keyboard
• Keys & Mouse: already have a monitor? Use a large trackpad with Left Click, Right Click, Keyboard, and Playback buttons
• Desktop: see the Mac screen, tap to interact, and bring up the on-screen keyboard together
• All three modes support iPhone and iPad in portrait and landscape

PLAYBACK AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Open Playback when you need it: rewind, play/pause, fast forward, volume down, mute, and volume up. Hide it to return to the full trackpad.
Playback controls require MiniBridge 1.0.0 or later on the Mac. They send macOS media keys; support depends on the active player and audio output. Seeking does not promise a fixed number of seconds. Audio stays on the Mac or its connected output.

SEE AND CONTROL YOUR MAC
• Click, drag, right-click, and scroll with two fingers
• Use multi-finger gestures to move between Mac desktops
• Desktop mode retains navigation keys, modifier keys, and common text shortcuts
• View the Mac desktop with hardware H.264 decoding
• On compatible macOS versions, create a virtual desktop for a headless Mac mini after one-time setup
• Mirror an attached display when virtual-display mode is unavailable

CONNECT BY USB OR WI-FI
• Use USB for a direct, low-latency local connection
• Pair over encrypted Wi-Fi when a cable is not convenient
• Keep screen, keyboard, and pointer traffic between your devices, with no MiniBridge cloud relay

ONE-CABLE MODE
The same USB cable can carry MiniBridge display and control data while your Mac uses the iPhone Personal Hotspot connection that you enable in Settings. MiniBridge reports USB control and Mac network status separately and never changes your network route automatically.

PRIVATE BY DESIGN
• No MiniBridge account
• No advertising or third-party analytics SDK
• No cloud screen relay
• No automatic diagnostic upload
• Paired Wi-Fi credentials are stored in Apple Keychain

GET STARTED
MiniBridge requires the free Mac companion. First use requires “Trust This Computer” on iPhone or iPad, plus Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions on Mac. A physical monitor is still required for initial Mac setup and FileVault pre-boot unlock.

MiniBridge is free to download. Choose a monthly subscription or a one-time lifetime Full Unlock, both with all features. Eligible new subscribers can start a 7-day full-feature trial after confirming the subscription with Apple. It automatically renews at the displayed monthly price unless canceled. To avoid a charge, cancel at least 24 hours before the trial or current period ends. Manage or cancel in your Apple subscription settings. Lifetime purchases are charged once and do not renew; existing lifetime purchases remain valid. Previously started app-managed trials keep their original end date without automatic charges. Prices are shown by the App Store. The Mac companion is free; there is no per-Mac fee.

Requires iOS/iPadOS 17 or later and macOS 14 or later. Personal Hotspot must be enabled by you in Settings, and availability depends on your carrier and plan.

Mac companion and setup:
https://minibridge.tinytiny.cn/download.html

Support:
https://minibridge.tinytiny.cn/troubleshooting.html

Privacy Policy:
https://minibridge.tinytiny.cn/privacy.html


Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Use iPhone/iPad as Mac screen
- Trackpad and keyboard functionality
- USB or encrypted Wi-Fi connection
- Local data transfer, no cloud relay
- Playback controls (play, pause, volume)
- Multi-finger gesture support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Full Access | $0.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Unlock | $6.99 | one-time |


## Is MiniBridge safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess MiniBridge.

## Is MiniBridge legit?

MiniBridge: Portable Display appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for MiniBridge is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibridge-portable-display/id6797594984/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It's so easy to use.😘

*2026-10-20*

It is a very convenient and easy-to-use tool with a stable connection. It is highly recommended.

### 5/5 — Simple and useful

*2026-10-08*

Clean design and easy to use. Love it!

## Frequently asked questions about MiniBridge

### What is MiniBridge?

MiniBridge is an application that allows you to use your iPhone or iPad as the screen, trackpad, and keyboard for a headless Mac mini. It offers a local and private connection via USB or encrypted Wi-Fi.

### How does MiniBridge connect to my Mac?

You can connect MiniBridge to your Mac using a single USB cable for a direct, low-latency connection, or pair over encrypted Wi-Fi for convenience. All traffic remains local between your devices.

### What are the different ways to use MiniBridge?

MiniBridge offers three modes: 'Display' to use your device as a screen with an external mouse/keyboard, 'Keys & Mouse' for trackpad and keyboard control with an existing monitor, and 'Desktop' to view and interact with your Mac screen using an on-screen keyboard.

### Does MiniBridge have a subscription?

No, MiniBridge does not have a subscription. It is free to download with a 7-day full-feature trial after your first Mac connection. You can then unlock all features with a one-time $6.99 purchase.

### Is MiniBridge private and secure?

Yes, MiniBridge is designed with privacy in mind. It does not require an account, uses no advertising or third-party analytics, and keeps all screen and input traffic local. Paired Wi-Fi credentials are stored securely in Apple Keychain.

### What are the system requirements for MiniBridge?

MiniBridge requires iOS/iPadOS 17 or later and macOS 14 or later. A physical monitor is needed for initial Mac setup and FileVault pre-boot unlock.

### Does MiniBridge have ads?

No, MiniBridge is ad-free. The app description explicitly states there is no advertising or third-party analytics SDK included.

### How often is MiniBridge updated?

The latest version of MiniBridge is 1.0.0, and it was last updated on October 5, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates recent development.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2026-10-23

Monthly subscriptions are now available alongside lifetime access. Eligible new subscribers can try all features free for 7 days, then continue with automatic monthly renewal unless canceled.

Both purchase options are available after a legacy trial ends. Existing lifetime purchases and previously started trial deadlines are preserved. Manage subscriptions or restore purchases in Settings.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-10-22

View the complete Mac desktop, pinch to zoom, and move around with two fingers. Double-tap to return to the whole desktop. The desktop fits in landscape and stays in landscape when you hold the device upright, without rearranging Mac windows.

Desktop Control now leaves more room for the desktop when the keyboard is closed. Keyboard & Mouse keeps the Mac desktop size stable when you rotate your device. We also simplified the review settings.

Connections remain local over USB or paired Wi-Fi.

Monthly subscriptions are now available with a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers, followed by automatic monthly renewal. Lifetime purchase remains available, and existing purchases are honored.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-10-18

Fixed some bugs.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-10-15

Adds Traditional Chinese, Japanese, German, French and Spanish interfaces, a system review request after established use, and a review link in Settings. Apple decides whether a review prompt appears. Connections use USB or local Wi-Fi; internet remote access is not supported.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-05

MiniBridge 1.0.0 introduces three clear workspaces: Display, Keys & Mouse, and Desktop.

• Keys & Mouse combines a large trackpad with four buttons: Left Click, Right Click, Keyboard, and Playback.
• Expand Playback for rewind, play/pause, fast forward, volume down, mute, and volume up.
• The former Keyboard workspace is now Desktop, with its screen, touch, and typing features preserved.
• Refined iPhone and iPad layouts in portrait and landscape, including rotation while typing.
• When connected to an older Mac companion, playback shows an upgrade message while existing input features remain available.

Update the free Mac companion to 1.0.0 for playback controls. Player and audio-output support varies.

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