The creative minds at Astropad, who famously turned the iPad into a professional drawing tool, are back with a new app called Workbench. This isn't just another remote desktop tool; it’s being marketed as the first remote control solution designed specifically for the AI era. Powered by their proprietary Liquid Engine—the same tech behind Luna Display—Workbench promises ultra-fast, high-quality streaming that makes your iPhone or iPad screen look almost indistinguishable from your Mac’s native Retina display. Whether you are lounging in bed or out for a walk, you can monitor heavy AI processing or data tasks with minimal latency and crystal-clear visuals.

Workbench stands out by catering to modern, hands-free workflows. It features a clever Mini-map for navigating massive desktops on a small screen and supports voice input, which is a game-changer for dictating long, complex AI prompts without needing a physical keyboard. Security is handled via AES-256 end-to-end encryption, ensuring your remote sessions remain private. While the app supports Intel-based Macs, the developers strongly recommend using Apple Silicon hardware for the best performance, requiring at least macOS 15 and iOS 16 to function properly.

If you want to test the waters, Astropad offers a free trial that allows for twenty minutes of daily use, which is perfect for quick check-ins or urgent tasks. For those who need unlimited access, the service costs ten dollars per month or fifty dollars for a full year. It is an impressive step forward for users who want to keep the immense power of their Mac within reach, even when they are nowhere near their desk.