Home › Productivity
CZNot Available
ISNot Available
PLNot Available
TRNot Available
XKNot AvailableInformation
Apple ID290339294
Bundle IDcom.zentropysoftware.Pointer
SellerSeller
Min iOS8.0
Min macOS11.0
Device familiesiphone, ipad, ipod
Released2019-02-02
Copyright© 2016 Zentropy Software
WebsiteLink ↗
Preview 2 platforms
iPhone 2 images
iPad 1 image
What’s New Version 3.0
This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.
Updated for iOS 10 and recent iPhones.
Description
Turn your iPhone or iPad into a pointer and controller for PowerPoint or Keynote presentations. Has 'Next Slide' and 'Previous Slide' controls, and can show notes from presentations on the iPhone display along with a timer. Pointer icon can easily by replaced by any image, which could be used for humorous purposes. Touch the screen to show the pointer - which is controlled either by dragging your finger around the screen (easy) or by orientation (takes a little practice) - your choice.
Requirements: Computer running Mac OS X 10.7 or higher, WiFi connection (on the same local network or by creating a computer-to-computer network), and PowerPoint or Keynote (choose the program on the back side of the App). Please note that this app cannot control an iPad Keynote presentation.
A small Mac application, PointerServer, must be downloaded to your computer and started whenever Pointer is used. This program is available for free at:
http://www.zentropysoftware.com/ZS/Pointer_files/PointerServer3.zip
Please note that the presentation runs on your computer, not directly from the iPhone or iPad. Instead the iPhone/iPad controls the computer.
A support e-mail address is listed at the support web site.
Accessibility
ipadiphonemacrealityDevicetvoswatch
Version history 4 versions
Build 819471857v3.02016-10-26 23:22:08
This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.
Updated for iOS 10 and recent iPhones.
Build 3755511v2.02011-05-28 17:50:02
This is a major update that provides:
- improved connectivity - both faster and more reliable
- better slide image display
- iPad interface
PLEASE NOTE: You must install the new version of PointerServer on your computer to use the updated App.
Additional features of the update:
- option for higher resolution images for iPhone 4/iPad
- new pen option
- numerous bug fixes
- better interaction with new version of PowerPoint
- pointer feature takes advantage of gyroscope when not in "point by dragging" mode
Build 586571v1.12008-10-19 22:25:15
New features:
- image of current slide can be shown on the iPhone
- note font size is adjustable
- option to allow notes to be scrolled (choose on Settings screen)
- buttons can be placed on either the bottom or top of the screen
- more controls to blank screen and to start and stop presentations
- soft click sound can be played when next/previous buttons are pressed
- 'presentation program' on Settings has generic option that sends forward and back arrow keystrokes to control presentations
- when "point by dragging" is off, swipe gestures can control slide advances
- box/oval colors can be adjusted on the computer's PointerServer preference panel
- can switch to given slide number
- prevents iPhone from going to sleep during use of Pointer (this would be undesirable during presentations)
Bug fixes:
- for PowerPoint slide changes
- fixed bug causing disappearing buttons when returning from settings screen
- fixed multiple slide advance bug that occurred during some swipe gestures (This feature is enabled if the "Point by dragging" setting is off)
- improved reliability
To take advantage of all these features, please also download the updated PointerServer application (version 1.1.1 or later)
Build 305381v1.02008-09-11 20:10:18
Price history by region
Currency
Show
Columns
Search
Availability 17 of 22 storefronts
| Region | Language | Price | Ratings | Avg | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 US | en-US | USD 0.99 | 3 | 1.0 | 3.0 |
 IL | en-GB | ILS 2.9 | 1 | 1.0 | 3.0 |
 SV | es-MX | USD 0.99 | 1 | 1.0 | 3.0 |
 AO | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 CI | fr-FR | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 CR | es-MX | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 CV | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 GT | es-MX | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 LA | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 LK | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 ML | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 MM | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 NP | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 PA | es-MX | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 QA | en-GB | QAR 2.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 SA | en-GB | SAR 4.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
 SN | en-GB | USD 0.99 | 0 | — | 3.0 |
Not available in: CZ, IS, PL, TR, XK
Reviews 30 reviews · US
★★★★★
Stopped working
I used this app once to practice my speech and it worked fine. It hasn’t worked since. I’ve tried redownloading and restarting my computer and phone but nothings worked. I know it’s only 99¢ but I’m not happy I wasted my money on this.
MagdalenaEllen2017-10-25
★★★★★
Not updated - does not work
This app has not been updated in many years and will not work on my phone with IOS 10. It should be removed from the app store.
not typically into this genre2016-10-01
★★★★★
Worst app ever
I had a two hour presentation and the minute I turned it on it wouldn't shoot a pointer out of my phone and tried using it to play with my kitten and it worked just fine! DO NOT GET THIS APP!!!!! It is crap!😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡😤😡
Legolover28932016-03-28
★★★★★
Does not work!
After following all the instructions, whenever I open the app on my phone, it sees my computer but the phone screen is unresponsive. I can't click on my computer or even get the information button to respond. I wish I could get it to work. I am using Yosemite and iPhone 6.
ToothFairy692015-03-08
★★★★★
Would Be Nice If It Worked
I got everything ready to start but the app is unresponsive so I can't do it
Fujchdysfinogudg2015-03-01
★★★★★
Old software
Does not work. Product apparently not updated with Apple updates over the years. I write this in November 2014. Note other comments go back several years. No response from support. I tried with MacBook Pro and iPhone 5
Outadollar2014-11-15
★★★★★
DO NOT BUY THIS APP
I wish I had read the reviews better… this was horrible. You have to download an app on your computer which my Mac Pro will not run because it was not purchased in the iTunes store. I was able to use this app at all.
AppleSherkie2014-09-10
★★★★★
Best app I have ever used!!!
This is soooooo awesome!! Once setup everything needed following the instruction, it works perfectly!!!
Thoohdeackbdcc2014-04-23
★★★★★
Fraudulent!!!
I bought and PAID for this app! Then it loads and says I need to download the software onto my computer. Tried to open the website and it doesn't exist. I tried a search no website. Gerry I want my money back! I don't care if it was only a dollar.
Coloradoangie2014-01-06
★★★★★
Money and time wasted
Wish I had read the reviews. This doesn't work. Their claims need to be accompanied by all the things you need to do for it to possibly work. And also,y computer said the developer was questionable. Is there a refund process. This was a rip-off.
PoorCindy2013-09-12
★★★★★
Waste of Money! Does not work!
While it was easy to pair my computer and iPhone, when you actually try to control the presentations, the application constantly freezes up. Never got it to work!
allim102012-10-31
★★★★★
MacBook won't run it
I downloaded the program for mac that is need to run this app. Error popped up saying app hasn't been approved???
E7leatherneck2012-08-26
★★★★★
Works great.
I had to make a two hour technical presentation to a group of engineers and marketers from a large corporation. The goal was to get them to use my product in their training school. I purchased pointer for my Mac and iPad one week before the presentation. I tried it out and had one issue with the next screen display not working. I sent an email to tech support and they were back to me within a few hours. Turned out I didn't know how to read instructions and it worked fine. When I made the presentation, it was in a high tech classroom with the display above and behind me with a mirrored display
SIPGrinder2012-06-22
★★★★★
Good as far as it goes
It baffles me that there isn't a killer Keynote controller for the iPhone or iPad out there. This is inching closer to the magic, but isn't quite there. I'm using a 2009 MBP along with a new iPad and/or iPhone 4S. All of the controls work great, with one exception. I can't get the actual slide or presenter notes to display on my iPad or iPhone. I have contacted their customer support about it, and we'll see if I can get it resolved. If I can, I'll change this to a 4 or 5 star review.
Here's hoping!
ToddPeperkorn2012-06-10
★★★★★
Not any better than the Apple Keynote remote
Better off with the keynote remote in terms of functionality.
meinsf2012-06-07
★★★★★
Maybe good for macs, but not ready for pc
They don't tell you this till you buy the app, but the pc server is still in beta.
I didn't try too hard but I downloaded all the software and I gave up after it didn't work in five or ten minutes.
Maybe a more Persiansant customer would have better luck. Bu I do wish they would disclose that pc is still in beta before I bought this.
Keats handwriting2012-05-24
★★★★★
It works!
This is exactly what I was looking for. At times it drops the connection but the best way to guarantee a connection is to create a network on your MacBook and connect your iPad to that network. I gave a presentation in front of 1800 people with it. Worked like a charm!
Burge082012-03-31
★★★★★
Works on some networks
Worked great on my home network but not on the network at university. Bummer
Pointer ugh2012-03-07
★★★★★
Nomes
I have a new MacBook pro and a new iPhone an this app isn't connecting with my computer even after the computer download saying "PowerPC applications no longer supported."
magibson502012-01-26
★★★★★
Great app!
This app works great on my iPhone with my Mac! I love the option to write on the slide I'm showing. Great big buttons for next/previous slide was helpful.
WMReed2011-09-21
★★★★★
Lost $1 on this one
It looked useful but after buying I found out you have to download another software and it wont work on PC.
DTBarajas2011-09-14
★★★★★
It kinda works
Just picked this up for a presentation. Pretty simple to pair with my Mac, but the image on my iPad is crap. I can read my notes fortunately, but the screen image is horrible and completely unreadable. If you just want to see your notes, it's a decent choice, but nothing more.
I Do Crew DJs2011-09-13
★★★★★
Good but without one important function
App is good, but without important function. I cant control pointer via Accelerometer or gyroscope. It will be wonderful...
buhar142011-08-12
Change log 7 changes · US
✎
releaseNotes updated
This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.
Updated for iOS 10 and recent iPhones.
✎
description updated
Turn your iPhone or iPad into a pointer and controller for PowerPoint or Keynote presentations. Has 'Next Slide' and 'Previous Slide' controls, and can show not
✎
name updated
Pointer Remote for PowerPoint and Keynote
◆
Version 3.0 released
This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.
Updated for iOS 10 and recent iPhones.
◆
Version 2.0 released
This is a major update that provides:
- improved connectivity - both faster and more reliable
- better slide image display
- iPad interface
PLEASE NOTE: You must install the new version of PointerServer on your computer to use the updated
◆
Version 1.1 released
New features:
- image of current slide can be shown on the iPhone
- note font size is adjustable
- option to allow notes to be scrolled (choose on Settings screen)
- buttons can be placed on either the bottom or top of the screen
- mor
◆
Version 1.0 released