To completely free developers from the physical constraints of their desks, Anthropic has recently launched a major update for its terminal AI coding assistant, Claude Code - the "Remote Control" mode. This feature allows users to directly issue programming instructions to an AI agent running locally through their mobile devices.

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Different from traditional cloud development environments, this feature connects desktop terminals and mobile devices through a sophisticated "secure synchronization layer." Developers just need to scan the QR code generated by the terminal using an iPhone or Android phone to take over the current task progress. The clever design lies in keeping all core code files and Model Context Protocol (MCP) services strictly on the local device, while the mobile device only transmits interactive commands through an encrypted channel, ensuring privacy while greatly enhancing flexibility.

AIbase learned that the initial purpose of this feature is to help developers maintain valuable "flow state" even when away from their workstations (such as during commutes or short breaks). Product manager Noah Zweben emphasized that developers do not need to worry about local environment exposure or complex network configurations, allowing them to achieve efficient collaboration experiences where "people are outdoors, and code is running."

Currently, the "Remote Control" mode is available first to Claude Max subscribers. Anthropic stated that this feature will be gradually rolled out to Claude Pro users. As AI coding assistants move from "chat windows" to "fully automatic agents," this initiative by Claude Code undoubtedly provides a new paradigm for deep programming in mobile office scenarios.

Summary:

  • 📱 Cross-Device Remote Collaboration: Claude Code users can now remotely drive the local AI Agent to perform coding tasks through their phones, breaking spatial limitations.

  • 🔒 Local Security Assurance: Using secure synchronization layer technology, code assets remain on-site, with only encrypted commands transmitted, balancing the convenience of mobile office with the privacy of the local environment.

  • 🚀 Subscription Benefits Gradually Opened: Initially supporting Claude Max subscribers, it will later be extended to Pro users, aiming to allow developers to control the development pace anytime and anywhere.