OpenClaw is available on iPhone and Android — these are the things I would set up first
However, the official mobile apps provide a more direct route, letting you chat with your agent without passing the conversation through a third-party messaging service.The app also has several phone-specific features. You can dictate prompts, record voice notes, send photos, and grant your agent access to your contacts, calendar, and location. Android users can even forward phone notifications to their agent.Latest Videos FromTom's GuideWatch full video here: Before diving in, there is one crucial detail to keep in mind: the mobile app does not run your OpenClaw gateway on its own.
- ▪However, the official mobile apps provide a more direct route, letting you chat with your agent without passing the conversation through a third-party messaging service.The app also has several phone-specific features.
- ▪You can dictate prompts, record voice notes, send photos, and grant your agent access to your contacts, calendar, and location.
- ▪Android users can even forward phone notifications to their agent.Latest Videos FromTom's GuideWatch full video here: Before diving in, there is one crucial detail to keep in mind: the mobile app does not run your OpenClaw gateway on its ow
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AI OpenClaw is available on iPhone and Android — these are the things I would set up first How To By Christoph Schwaiger Published 11 August 2026 I installed the OpenClaw app on my phone, and now I can effortlessly send voice notes, share photos, and check my calendar When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The always-on AI agent OpenClaw now has an official companion app for iOS and Android, making it easier than ever to stay connected when you’re away from your computer.One of OpenClaw’s biggest strengths has always been its…
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