RealVNC Connect Viewer 8.5.0 released (August 2026)

RealVNC's release notes date RealVNC Connect Viewer 8.5.0 to August 2026. They list one new feature, three fixes and one security change:

• A refreshed homepage layout that guides users to the next step, whether they are connecting out to a device or accepting connections from others (one-time or unattended).
• The Viewer's HTTP and RFB user agent string now identifies Windows 11 correctly.
• After signing in with SSO, users no longer get a greyed-out "sign in" window.
• Choosing "Actual size 100%" now sets the screen to the right size.
• The release notes say: "Improved authentication security when connecting to ARD devices."

Source: https://help.realvnc.com/hc/en-us/articles/38172021906205-RealVNC-Connect-Viewer-8-5-0