PhoneDeck
Turns an old iPhone into a wireless Mac controller for launching apps, system controls, and page navigation.
Launch screenshots from Product Hunt, Jul 2026
Repurposes an old iPhone into a wireless remote control for a Mac, eliminating the need for expensive hardware controllers. It sells to consumers, especially creators, developers, and minimalists who want to control apps and system functions from their phone. Positioned as a free alternative to dedicated controllers, it works over local Wi-Fi with no additional hardware.
Key features
- Launch apps instantly
- Unlimited customizable pages
- Drag and drop tile organization
- System controls (brightness, volume, media)
- Live preview on Mac
- Automatic reconnect
- Local Wi-Fi only
- No accounts or telemetry
- One-time Accessibility permission
- No social media activity within the last 30 days
GTM channels
- Newsletter
ICP
- Consumers general
- Content creators
- Freelancers solopreneurs