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Screens: VNC Remote Desktop

Screens: VNC Remote Desktop

Fast & Secure Computer Access

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$19.99
Reviews
4.6 (2.2K)
United States United States
Description
Fast & Secure Computer Access
Control your computer from anywhere.

Screens lets you connect back to your Mac, Windows or Linux PC and control it from the comfort of your living room, the corner coffee shop or anywhere in the world.

Work on that spreadsheet you left at home, perform software updates on your server ten thousand miles away, help your dad configure his computer in your hometown. 

Screens is fast, secure and reliable.

KEY FEATURES 

• External Keyboard, Mouse and Trackpad support
Connect your device to a Magic Keyboard or a compatible external keyboard, pointing device and controlling your remote computer just feels even more natural!

• Curtain Mode
Curtain Mode obscures the display on remote Macs you connect to. Useful if you don't want anyone to see what you're doing.

• Connect Safely 
Screens can connect back to your computer through a secured connection. Enable Remote Login on your Mac and you’re done! Screens also support SSH keys.

• Connect from Everywhere 
Install Screens Connect on your Mac or Windows PC and make it easily reachable from anywhere in the world.

• Powerful Gestures
Control your computer with all the trackpad gestures you’re used to and more! 

• Shortcuts Toolbar
Screens’ scrollable shortcuts toolbar ensures that you'll always have your favorite shortcuts at hand when you need them. 

• Display Selection 
For Macs with several attached displays, Screens lets you select an individual one or you can show them all at once. Plus, it can remember your last selection for future sessions. 

• Clipboard Sharing
Exchange rich text, URLs, images and more via your local or the remote clipboard. Screens can also keep them in sync.

• Session Selection
If there is someone logged in on a remote Mac, Screens can ask to share their screen or it can start a new session — your choice!

• Help Out Your Friends or Relatives
Have them download our free Screens Express utility and gain access their Mac to help them troubleshoot issues, update apps, etc.

• Mobile Trackpad
Turn your extra iOS device into an external trackpad to control your computer’s cursor in Screens! This is a great addition to your iPad Pro and Smart Keyboard.

OTHER FEATURES 

• iCloud and Dropbox synchronization
• Full hardware keyboard support
• iPad Multitasking Support
• Full 3D Touch Support
• URL Schemes Support
• Secure your content with Touch ID
• AirPlay Mirroring  
• Send commands to your computer before disconnecting
• And so much more!

IN THE PRESS

“Screens is, simply put, the best screen sharing app for iOS”
— Dan Moren, Macworld

“Screens for iOS is the best remote access solution for accessing our Macs when away from home.”
— Bradley Chambers, The Sweet Setup

“Solid update to Edovia’s excellent utility for remotely logging into a Mac or PC from an iPhone or iPad.”
— John Gruber, Daring Fireball

“Screens is now the best VNC client for iOS.” 
— Rene Ritchie, iMore

“Screens easily justifies the investment for serious users by increasing productivity.”
— Steve Paris, Mac|Life

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• A VNC Server, such as UltraVNC or TightVNC, is required to connect to a Windows PC. 
• Windows and Linux PCs can only send or receive text and URLs. 
• Screens will not receive any sound from your computer. This is a limitation of the VNC protocol the app is using. 
• Screens Connect requires OS X 10.6.8 Snow Leopard or later. You will need to create a free Screens ID.

See Screens’ User Guide for details.
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Reviews

App does not work…

Was looking forward to using this app as years ago had good reviews.

JshwaMon, Nov 27, 2023
United StatesUnited States

It just works

Very useful. Flawless performance. Pink!

pixeljammerSat, Nov 4, 2023
United StatesUnited States

Amazing, fabulous, pro tools

Works with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 on the day they shipped (same with 14-16). This is a professional quality tool for people that value their time and need to get work done. Much better solution than ARD or screen sharing for less than 30 machines to manage. Even with an ARD license, I prefer this tool for most use cases.

Mike Bradshaw (bmike)Wed, Oct 25, 2023
United StatesUnited States

Great when it works

Very buggy, finicky and unreliable! It hasn't worked in months, in spite of having screens connect installed and operating.

KiptowakeSun, Oct 8, 2023
United StatesUnited States

It’s worse now. Do not buy.

I have been a loyal user of this app for a long time. I have purchased the Mac and iPad/iPhone apps, as well as the in-app add-ons. I used to highly recommend this app and advocate for it. However, I am disappointed with the developer's response to my review. Instead of taking responsibility for improving the app, they blamed me for not using another app alongside theirs. They also failed to acknowledge the limitations of their app and suggested that I should have known better. It is frustrating that the developer doesn't seem to care about my experience as a loyal user and instead recommends using another app. This is unacceptable. The app needs to be fixed and updated to meet the standards of 2023. The developer should stop making excuses for issues that other screen sharing apps do not have.

A.KinngWed, Sep 27, 2023
United StatesUnited States

Doesn’t Support Click + Hold

Screens has a beautifully designed simple interface, with a very user friendly network setup process. Unfortunately, it’s still lacking some basic features for remote computing. The app does not support right or middle mouse button click + hold commands, rendering softwares like Rhino, AutoCad, Revit, or the Adobe CS suite virtually unusable when remoting into a desktop. I’d consider revisiting this app once the developer team has addressed this basic interface, but if your in the AEC or design industries, stick with the laptop for now.

mr1993millerTue, Sep 26, 2023
United StatesUnited States

It’s not good anymore.

I have been a loyal user for a long time. I purchased the Mac and iPad/iPhone apps, as well as the in-app add-ons. I used to highly recommend this app and advocate for it. However, with the changing times and advancements in internet technology, such as the availability of 5G internet without relying on ISPs or modems, the way people connect to the internet has evolved. Despite this, the company still suggests checking router settings or firewall configurations when asked for help, which may not be relevant in these new connection methods. I have personally experienced a situation where I encountered issues while using the app over cellular data and when seeking assistance, they simply directed me to their website without acknowledging my previous year of flawless usage. It is unfortunate that other options, like the Google remote connect app or Team Viewer, work seamlessly while Screens app fails to deliver. Screens app no longer functions as it used to, and even attempting to connect from my phone to my home is unsuccessful. Although everything is properly set up and connected, using Google Remote allows me to connect with just one click. Screens app needs to address and update these issues to stay relevant in the ever-changing technology landscape.

A.KinngSun, Sep 24, 2023
United StatesUnited States
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About
Bundle Id
com.edovia.screens.3.ios
Min Os. Version
16.6
Release Date
Wed, Sep 18, 2013
Update Date
Fri, Oct 6, 2023
Content Rating
4+
Has IMessage
No
Support Watch
No
Support Siri
No
File Size
27.86MB
Has Game Center
No
Family Sharing
Yes
Support Passbook
No
Supported Languages
English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Swedish
What's New
version
4.12.18
updated
5 months ago
 some SSH Keys could failed to import- Stability and performance improvements
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