Remote Buddy for Mac

Overview — What this app does for your Mac

Remote Buddy turns your Mac into a fully controllable media hub. Its clean, modern interface makes it simple to browse and play videos, music and view photos. Whether you're running a slideshow, giving a presentation, or enjoying media from the sofa, Remote Buddy expands your Mac's remote-control capabilities.

Supported controllers and devices

• Works with Apple's own remotes and a wide variety of third‑party hardware.
• Also compatible with mobile controllers such as the iPhone and iPod touch.
• Each type of device gets its own tailored interface so controls feel natural for that controller.

Customization and per-app behavior

Remote Buddy is highly configurable: you can remap buttons, build custom actions and tailor behavior for individual applications. Power users will appreciate the depth of options; those less experienced may find some features a little advanced at first.

File browsing and navigation

An integrated file browser lets you locate media quickly. Navigation is straightforward, although occasionally you might need to step back to the root folder to reach the item you want.

Bottom line

A solid utility that enhances how you control media and presentations on a Mac — especially useful if you rely on external remotes or mobile devices. Suggested paid alternative: Adobe Photoshop (commercial).

Latest fixes and enhancements

• Fixed a crash that could occur when closing the menu while a file item remained selected (credit to Volker for reporting this).
• Fixed: the Setup Wizard now allows more time for a Bluetooth remote to appear during pairing.
• Fixed: improved pairing behavior for the Sony BD Remote under OS X 10.8.2 — initial pairing no longer requires a reboot. If you experience issues pairing a previously paired unit, consult the FAQ. Special thanks to Apple engineers whose work helped resolve this.
• Fixed: Remote Buddy no longer reports a Built‑in IR Receiver on Macs that do not actually include one.
• Enhancement: visuals and UI elements now render better on Retina displays.