iPad 2 Digital AV Adapter compatible with other Apple devices

By Adam Rosenberg March 3, 2011

Among yesterday’s big iPad 2 and iOS 4.3 revelations at Apple’s press conference, another new product was announced that has the company’s mobile device users excited: an HDMI Out adapter, aka the Apple Digital AV Adapter.

The iPad 2 doesn’t make the step up to proper high-definition, but it’s got a considerably beefed-up graphics processor. Those who want to use the tablet as a TV-connected device will have the option thanks to this adapter which, like the iPad Camera Connection Kit, connects via the device’s charging port. The $39 attachment outputs video from the iPad 2 at 720p and offers screen mirroring at 1080p.

Apple’s newly posted product page for the just-announced item further reveals that the fun doesn’t stop with the second-gen iPad, however. It also supports the first-gen iPad, the iPhone 4 and the fourth-gen iPod Touch. The adapter only offers a maximum 720p output for these older devices, though the difference between 720p and 1080p is pretty minimal to most viewers’ eyes, especially on displays smaller than 50 inches. It’s going to be tough to complain about slightly less awesome HD output when you’re cruising around the web via your iPhone-to-TV connection.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics

Former Digital Trends Contributor

Previously, Adam worked in the games press as a freelance writer and critic for a range of outlets, including Digital Trends…

Mobile

How to fix the ‘iPhone Unavailable’ error on any iPhone

Three iPhones showing security lockout screens and reset options.

Your iPhone comes with a nifty feature that locks out strangers if they input the wrong password too many times. This is a great safety tool to keep your device away from prying eyes and to ensure someone doesn't randomly guess your password through multiple sign in attempts.

However, it can also be a nuisance. If you're in a hurry or just waking up in the morning, entering the wrong password multiple times will get you to the same "iPhone Unavailable" message.

Computing

Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook

Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

Apple makes some of the most popular tech on the planet. Apple devices offer premium hardware and designs, and its software ecosystem makes work and play easier, more convenient, and often more fun. Apple devices regularly earns spots among the best smartwatches, best laptops, best wireless earbuds, and best tablets. All of these devices offer a great opportunity to save right now, as some of the best Apple deals we’ve seen are currently available to shop. We’ve rounded them all up into one place for your convenience, so if you’re in the market for a new MacBook, Apple Watch, iPad, or something else made by Apple, read onward for more information on the best Apple deals taking place right now.
Apple AirTag (4-Pack) -- $83, was $99

Insert the Apple AirTag into your bag, gadget, or any item that you may misplace, so that you can track it if you lose it. The Apple AirTag is one of the best Bluetooth trackers if you're using an iPhone or iPad because not only does it offer a one-tap setup, but it can utilize the millions of devices in Apple's Find My network to help you find your stuff if it goes beyond the Bluetooth range of 30 feet. It's powered by a replaceable battery that can last for more than a year before you need a new one.

Mobile

You may have to wait a while longer for new iPads

The backs of Apple's iPad Air and iPad Pro, with the tablets place on a table.

Just days ago, the Chinese website IT Home said Apple would announce the launch of its 2024 iPads on Tuesday, March 26. However, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman — who still believes new iPads will arrive this spring — has debunked this rumor. In other words, we'll probably have to wait a little longer for new Apple tablets to arrive.

Gurman had previously stated that Apple's next-generation tablets would arrive in late March or April. Of the March 26 rumor, Gurman took to X, formerly Twitter, to say it was "not true."