iPhone remote
Tap start on your phone to capture audio and send it directly to your Mac over the local network.
Handy Remote
Dictate on your iPhone.
Transcribe on your Mac.
A minimal remote dictation pair for Apple Silicon Macs. Your voice stays on your local network — no cloud upload required.
Mac transcription
The Mac app listens for your iPhone, runs local transcription, and drops the result into your clipboard.
Menu bar companion
Handy Remote Mac runs quietly in the background and shows a small overlay while dictation is active.
Setup
- Download and open Handy Remote Mac on your Mac.
- Install Handy Remote on your iPhone from the App Store.
- Keep both devices on the same Wi‑Fi network, then tap Start on your phone.
iPhone app
Handy Remote for iOS
The iOS companion is being submitted to the App Store. Check back here for the public App Store link once review completes.
Mac install notes
- Requires macOS 14 or later on Apple Silicon.
- If macOS blocks the app on first launch, open System Settings → Privacy & Security and choose Open Anyway.
- Grant local network access when prompted so your iPhone can connect.