Stream film from PC to iPad - Instructions
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If you don't want to constantly transfer your films from your PC to the iPad, you can simply stream the files. We show you exactly how to do this.
Stream film from PC to iPad
For streaming you always need an application on your PC or Mac as well as the associated iOS app. The folder with the films is made available on the computer and accessed via the app. The format of the film should be compatible with the iPad, MP4 is best suited.
- Download the free PS3 Media Server for Windows or Mac and share the desired folder. You can then stream the film via the free app, such as Onkyo Remote or the Media Link Player Lite.
- The VLC Streamer Free app and the associated PC application VLC Streamer Helper are also free of charge.
- If you want to protect access to the videos with a password, save films on the iPad or save them for offline access in the app, it is worth taking a look at Air Playit. The associated Air Playit server client is also free of charge.
- Note: iPhone and computer must be on the same network. DRM-protected content such as purchased films from the iTunes Store are not supported for streaming.
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