# Remote Pi

> Wireless keyboard and trackpad for Raspberry Pi using iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Ten Fifty Ventures LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-pi/id624473995 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ten Fifty Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803548906)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-04-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-pi/id624473995/reviews.md

## What is Remote Pi?

Use your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch as a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Raspberry Pi!

This universal application lets you send keystrokes and mouse events to you Raspberry Pi computers over TCP/IP via a wired or wireless network.

Remote Pi is ideal for making the best out of a Raspberry Pi in the living room, or office too. Use for:
- Browsing
- Emailing
- Text editing
- Drawing
- Controlling media players
- Do everything in your Raspberry Pi computer that you would normally do with a traditional keyboard and mouse/trackpad, even programming!

Benefits:
- Simplicity.
- Keep the two USB ports in your Raspberry Pi Model B free when using wired network.
- Keep one USB port free when using a WiFi USB dongle.
- Very inexpensive compared to wireless hardware keyboards and trackpad alternatives. Besides, it's good for the environment: reuse a wireless mobile device you already own instead of buying yet another hardware input gadget.
- If you develop applications and gadgets for your Raspberry Pi, you could use Remote Pi as a remote controller if you program your application to respond to regular keyboard and mouse events.

Three easy steps:
1. Download this application on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
2. Download and install a driver for your Raspberry Pi at http://remotepi.io
3. Run application and connect to your Raspberry Pi using its hostname or IP address. And, you're set!

More enhancements coming soon.

Visit http://remotepi.io for more information.

## Key features

- Wireless keyboard and trackpad control
- Send keystrokes and mouse events
- Network connectivity (TCP/IP)
- Ideal for living room or office use
- Conserves Raspberry Pi USB ports
- Cost-effective alternative to hardware

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remote-pi/id624473995/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Works well

*2024-11-28, version 1.3*

Works well. Using to control RetroPie from phone. Would appreciate ability to increase size of the activation icon for the special characters (it's difficult to press the small icon in upper left corner) and also ability to rescale those special characters when activated (primarily the arrow keys). Thanks for app.

### 4/5 — Works fine

*2023-08-23, version 1.3*

Installed the driver, per the directions. Installed this app. 

Configured the iOS app and it connects right away after restarting the iOS app. Had to watch the video on his webpage to understand how the mouse events are supported 

Would like to see some gestures support so that mouse scroll events could be transferred up to allow easier web page browsing

### 5/5 — Where has this app been my whole life?

*2022-05-20, version 1.3*

Oh, it’s super old? Well at any rate I’m glad I found it, better late than never. It even works with RetroPie so I can fully access my Pi from emulation station or the desktop without anything other than my phone. Well worth $2.

### 1/5 — Don't download this

*2022-01-10, version 1.3*

The remotepi program that runs on the Raspberry Pi side has not been updated in many years and only supports armhf, which makes it useless for most of us. So, I'm out $2.

### 1/5 — Not all Pis work

*2022-01-05, version 1.3*

Must be armhf, will not work with arm64

### 4/5 — Works!

*2021-09-08, version 1.3*

Got it to work, though it took a few tries

### 1/5 — Luis Please help

*2020-12-04, version 1.3*

I’m connected to the same network, have the correct IP and port and it won’t recognize my Rasberry Pi 3. I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling and the install shows it is correctly setup and running. Please help

### 1/5 — doesnt work at all dont buy

*2020-10-01, version 1.3*

connects but just never sends any keystrokes. i was really excited about this purchase but was let down.

### 1/5 — Does not connect and nowhere to find a support contact

*2020-06-13, version 1.2*

Just bought and installed this last night. It does not detect my pi. And yes they are in the same network. The description in the website is poorly documented on how to install/detect/troubleshoot from the pi. It only shows how to use. Well we need to connect before we can use. And please add a contact support on your web so we wouldn’t need to write a bad review to ask for help

### 3/5 — Can’t get iPad Pro 11 to use mouse correctly

*2020-04-28, version 1.2*

Great app, but for some reason I can’t get the mouse to perform any command. Have full control and can move the mouse across screen. Keyboard works great.

## Frequently asked questions about Remote Pi

### What does this app do?

This application allows you to use your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch as a wireless keyboard and trackpad for your Raspberry Pi. It sends keystrokes and mouse events over a network connection, enabling remote control of your Raspberry Pi.

### How do I set up the app with my Raspberry Pi?

First, download the app on your iOS device. Then, download and install the necessary driver for your Raspberry Pi from http://remotepi.io. Finally, run the application and connect to your Raspberry Pi using its hostname or IP address.

### What are the benefits of using this app?

The app offers simplicity and is a cost-effective alternative to purchasing wireless hardware keyboards and trackpads. It also helps conserve your Raspberry Pi's USB ports, especially when using wired network connections.

### What can I use this app for with my Raspberry Pi?

You can use this app for a variety of tasks, including browsing, emailing, text editing, drawing, controlling media players, and performing any action you would normally do with a traditional keyboard and mouse, including programming.

### Is this app compatible with all Raspberry Pi models?

The description mentions its use with Raspberry Pi Model B and implies general compatibility with Raspberry Pi computers. It's recommended to check the official website for specific compatibility details.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3 — 2020-06-21

- Support for iOS 13, light and dark modes.

### 1.2 — 2017-02-13

- New immediate keyboard mode! Now you can send all keystrokes as you type them immediately to your connected Raspberry Pi. 
- Simply tap the button with the orange lightning icon next to the input text field to toggle between buffered keystrokes (default) and immediate mode.

### 1.1.0 — 2016-02-11

- Support for function keys F1 through F12.

### 1.0.26 — 2014-09-26

Compatibility with iOS 8.

### 1.0.25 — 2014-02-19

Added drag support. To drag something your Rasberry Pi, simply touch the trackpad area in Remote Pi with one finger and wait a fraction of a second before moving to drag. Very simple and intuitive operation lets you:
- Drag icons
- Drag windows
- Resize windows
- Select text
- Draw!

In this version, the trackpad supports the following gestures:
- Drag = Move mouse pointer
- Tap with one finger = Click with left mouse button
- Tap with two fingers = Click with right mouse button
- Touch, hold and drag = Drag

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