WiFi Mouse

Transform your phone into a wireless mouse, keyboard

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March 2, 2026 From 0 to 15M+ downloads: How I turned an Android phone into the ultimate PC controller

Hi Indie Hackers!

I’m the developer of WiFi Mouse. What started as a simple project to control my PC from the couch has grown into a full-featured productivity suite with over 10,000,000 downloads.

I’ve always believed that the most powerful controller you own is already in your pocket. With the latest updates, WiFi Mouse isn’t just a mouse anymore—it’s a bridge between your mobile device and your desktop (PC/Mac/Linux).

What makes it stand out on Google Play:

  • Full Input Emulation: Not just a mouse, but a full QWERTY keyboard with multi-touch trackpad gestures (pinch-to-zoom, scroll, etc.).

  • Media & Presentation Control: Dedicated Layouts for YouTube, VLC, Netflix, and PowerPoint/Keynote.

  • Remote Desktop & File Transfer: Browse and open PC files directly from your phone.

  • App Launcher: Start your favorite desktop programs with a single tap on your mobile screen.

  • Voice-to-Text: Use your phone's voice recognition to type on your computer.

The Journey: Maintaining a low-latency tool across evolving Android versions and OS updates (Windows 11/macOS) has been a challenge, but the feedback from the community keeps me going. Whether you're a home theater enthusiast or a professional presenter, I built this to make your digital life seamless.

I’d love to hear from other indie devs: How do you handle cross-platform latency optimization?

Check it out on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.necta.wifimousefree

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I needed a simple way to control my PC from the couch. Existing apps were too laggy, so I built a high-performance, low-latency bridge to turn my phone into the ultimate remote.