Glasshand

A new service named Glasshand has launched a platform that provides artificial intelligence models with direct control over physical iPhones and Mac computers. According to the company's website, developers can rent dedicated Apple hardware and connect AI tools such as Claude Code or Cursor using an API. This arrangement allows autonomous software to view physical screens, select controls, and send keystrokes directly on actual consumer devices.

For everyday technology users, this signals a shift toward AI systems that interact with software just like a person holding a phone or using a desktop. Many mobile applications restrict functionality or block automated scripts when run inside virtual emulators. By granting AI agents access to physical hardware, software creators can build digital assistants capable of navigating complex consumer apps in realistic conditions.

It remains unclear how Glasshand will maintain security and protect against device misuse, such as automated fraud or account takeovers on real hardware. The ongoing expense of hosting banks of physical smartphones also raises questions about affordability for smaller software teams. As physical devices become a standard target for autonomous software, online platforms may soon struggle to tell the difference between actual human taps and automated AI actions.