Comparison: Connect your iPad to TV using cables or Wi-Fi?
Connect iPad to TV: Lightning HDMI Adapter vs. Apple TV comparison
Connect iPad to TV: Lightning HDMI Adapter vs. Apple TV comparison
Decide first: Do you want to connect your iPad to a TV or projector either with or without cables? Both solutions are possible. What is best for you depends on your use case:
Connect your iPad wirelessly with an Apple TV: Good when you are planning to use your iPhone to TV connection at home for watching videos, sharing movies or hanging out with friends.
Connect your iPad with an HDMI cable using the official Apple Digital AV adapter: Good if you intend to use the iPad to TV/projector connection for travel purposes (hotel rooms) or business presentations.
Remember!
« Before you start to connect your iPad to TV, make sure you decide if wired or wireless is better for you! »
Comparison: iPad Wireless vs. HDMI connection
Apple TV Airplay
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Lightning Digital AV HDMI Adapter
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AV Quality
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1080p HD (compressed)
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1080p HD (compressed*)
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Set up
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10 mins
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2 mins
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Transmission
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Wi-Fi network
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HDMI cable
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Features
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Mirroring, Airplay, Apple TV native apps, iCloud, iTunes Match
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Mirroring, Airplay
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Connectable devices
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iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPhone, iPod touch, Macbook, iMac, Mac mini
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iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPhone, iPod touch (30-pin)
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Portable?
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No
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Yes
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Costs
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~ $100
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~ $50
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