iPod Touch/iPhone - Use as a Mouse

How to Use your iPod Touch/iPhone as a Mouse for the Computer

   Information
This tutorial will explain how to use your iPod Touch/iPhone as a mouse for the computer using Logitech Touch Mouse Server.
   Note
Before you begin, you need an iTunes Store Account IN ORDER to buy applications from the iTunes App Store.

This application does NOT support Multitasking.



On the Computer:

1. Download the Logitech Touch Mouse Software
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2. Open the Installation, agree with the License Agreement and follow the on-screen instructions.
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3. Once the setup is done, open up the Logitech Touch Mouse Software and you will see this...
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   Tip
Optional:
If you like to have the Logitech Touch Mouse Software start automatically when Windows starts, tick the box Start this application automatically when Windows Starts.

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On the iPod Touch/iPhone:

1. On your iPod Touch/iPhone, open up the App Store.
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2. Tap on the Search Tab on the bottom of the screen.
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3. In the Search Box, type Touch Mouse
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4. When the searching is finished, you should find Touch Mouse by Logitech Inc.
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5. Click on it, install the app (this app is free) and type in your iTunes Store Account Password to buy the app.
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6. When the TouchMouse app has finished downloading, tap it.
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7. Eventually, you will find a list of computers that have the Touch Mouse Software installed. Select your computer/server. You can also enter the IP address on the bottom of the screen
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8. There is where all the mouse controls are. Point it by dragging one finger over the trackpad. If you want to scroll, use two fingers horizontally or vertically.
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9. On the bottom of the screen, there is a show/hide keyboard. Tap it and you will find a keyboard. Just start typing and it will be typing the same thing as you did.
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10. When you're done using the app, just close it using the home button.



If you need any help or want to ask a question, you can always leave a reply and I will try and respond your help/question.

Dean
 
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Just a quick note: The Touch Mouse application appears to be only available on the US iTunes store, necessitating the creation of a US iTunes account. Note this will not affect your iPT/iPhone in any way if you have apps from 2 accounts on it.
 

My Computer

OS
7x64 SP1
CPU
Intel 2600K
Motherboard
Intel DZ77GA-70K
Memory
8GB Samsung
Graphics Card(s)
MSI 670
Sound Card
HT Omega Striker 7.1
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell U2412M
Screen Resolution
1920x1200
Hard Drives
2x 3TB WD Green
1x 4TB Hitachi
1x Intel 330 Series 180GB SSD
PSU
Corsair HX850
Hello stormkitty,

That's weird because I live in NZ and I can actually download this app from NZ. On what country do you live?
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Macbook Pro 15" (2011) (Matte Version)
OS
Win 7 Pro x64 SP1 OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.7
CPU
Intel Core i7 2820QM 2.3GHz (Quad-Core)
Motherboard
N/A
Memory
8GB 1333 MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics Card(s)
ATI Radeon HD 6750M (1GB, GDDR5)
Sound Card
N/A
Monitor(s) Displays
1 Display
Screen Resolution
1,680 x 1050 (Matte Screen, Anti-Glare)
Hard Drives
750GB SATA (5400 rpm)
WD My Passport Essential 1TB Portable Hard Drive
PSU
N/A
Case
N/A
Cooling
N/A
Keyboard
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Mouse
Apple Wireless Magic Mouse
Internet Speed
Max - 2.2MB/sec; DSL provided by Telecom NZ
Other Info
MS Office Professional 2010
McAfee Total Protection 2011
On a Laptop Stand (Hand-Built)
In Canada it's not on our iTunes store, clicked the link on Apple's overview page "This application is only available on the US Store" and I'm like =/
 

My Computer

OS
7x64 SP1
CPU
Intel 2600K
Motherboard
Intel DZ77GA-70K
Memory
8GB Samsung
Graphics Card(s)
MSI 670
Sound Card
HT Omega Striker 7.1
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell U2412M
Screen Resolution
1920x1200
Hard Drives
2x 3TB WD Green
1x 4TB Hitachi
1x Intel 330 Series 180GB SSD
PSU
Corsair HX850
I will contact Apple and see what's up with the app.

Thank You for the heads up, stormkitty

Regards...
Dean
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Macbook Pro 15" (2011) (Matte Version)
OS
Win 7 Pro x64 SP1 OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.7
CPU
Intel Core i7 2820QM 2.3GHz (Quad-Core)
Motherboard
N/A
Memory
8GB 1333 MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics Card(s)
ATI Radeon HD 6750M (1GB, GDDR5)
Sound Card
N/A
Monitor(s) Displays
1 Display
Screen Resolution
1,680 x 1050 (Matte Screen, Anti-Glare)
Hard Drives
750GB SATA (5400 rpm)
WD My Passport Essential 1TB Portable Hard Drive
PSU
N/A
Case
N/A
Cooling
N/A
Keyboard
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Mouse
Apple Wireless Magic Mouse
Internet Speed
Max - 2.2MB/sec; DSL provided by Telecom NZ
Other Info
MS Office Professional 2010
McAfee Total Protection 2011
On a Laptop Stand (Hand-Built)
Need an Android one!
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
HP
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
CPU
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-540M @ 2.53GHz
Motherboard
Hewlett-Packard 1522
Memory
4GB DDR3 System Memory
Graphics Card(s)
1GB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5830 Graphics
Monitor(s) Displays
15.6" diagonal Full High Definition LED
Screen Resolution
1920x1080
Hard Drives
500GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive
PSU
6 Cell Lithium Ion Polymer Battery
Cooling
NZXT Aluminum Notebook Cooler With 3 120mm Adjustable Fans
Other Info
Envy 15
I don't think Logitech has developed the app for Android. There are others - but I prefer this.
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Macbook Pro 15" (2011) (Matte Version)
OS
Win 7 Pro x64 SP1 OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.7
CPU
Intel Core i7 2820QM 2.3GHz (Quad-Core)
Motherboard
N/A
Memory
8GB 1333 MHz PC3-10600 DDR3 SDRAM
Graphics Card(s)
ATI Radeon HD 6750M (1GB, GDDR5)
Sound Card
N/A
Monitor(s) Displays
1 Display
Screen Resolution
1,680 x 1050 (Matte Screen, Anti-Glare)
Hard Drives
750GB SATA (5400 rpm)
WD My Passport Essential 1TB Portable Hard Drive
PSU
N/A
Case
N/A
Cooling
N/A
Keyboard
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Mouse
Apple Wireless Magic Mouse
Internet Speed
Max - 2.2MB/sec; DSL provided by Telecom NZ
Other Info
MS Office Professional 2010
McAfee Total Protection 2011
On a Laptop Stand (Hand-Built)
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