Connect the iPad to the TV - there are these options
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If you want to connect your iPad to the television, you can do so in a number of ways. We present a total of three options.
Apple TV: Connect iPad to the TV
- Apple's small set-top box brings iTunes and other content to your TV. In addition to using apps, you can also transfer videos, music or the entire screen from your iPad to your TV.
- Apple's own AirPlay technology is used for this. If your Apple TV and iPad are in the same WiFi network, a direct connection can be established. The Apple TV delivers all content directly to your TV via HDMI cable.
- With around 170 euros, however, the latest Apple TV 4K is not exactly the cheapest way to bring content from iPad to TV. On Ebay, however, you will find many used devices or previous versions at low prices. As a rule, these devices also do a very good job.
HDMI: Connect the iPad to the TV with a cable
- Alternatively, you can also connect your iPad directly to the TV via cable. Both image and sound are transmitted via HDMI cable. All you need is a suitable adapter for the iPad.
- Such a Lightning HDMI adapter costs 55 euros at Apple, older iPads need the 30-pin HDMI adapter. Apple no longer offers this itself, you can only find cheap replicas online. At Amazon you can also find comparable equivalents for the Lightning adapter for around 10 to 20 euros.
- The latest iPad Pro now uses a USB-C port. Apple offers the USB ‑ C Digital AV Multiport Adapter for 79 euros. Alternatively, you can get away with a USB-C to HDMI cable from Amazon, for around 17 euros, significantly cheaper.
- If you are using an older television, it may not have an HDMI connection. In this case you need the Lightning to VGA adapter.
Fire TV (Stick): Connect the iPad to the TV
- If you already have an Amazon Fire TV Stick, you do not need any additional hardware to connect the iPad to the TV. With a little help, the AirPlay function is also brought from the Apple TV to the Fire TV.
- Simply install a free app like "AllCast for Fire TV" on your Fire TV and set it up. You can then transfer videos, photos and even the entire screen to your TV.
- Smooth playback is only to be expected on newer Fire TV sticks. With older devices, you have to expect a reduction in performance. If you use one of the more expensive Fire TVs, the performance is usually still sufficient here.
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