What is Airplay？

AirPlay is Apple’s proprietary wireless streaming technology. It allows you to send audio and video content from your Apple devices to compatible devices. Here’s a breakdown of its key functions:  

Core Functions:

• Wireless Streaming:
  • AirPlay allows you to stream audio and video from your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other Apple devices to compatible devices like Apple TV, AirPlay 2-enabled smart TVs, and HomePod speakers. This means you can watch movies, TV shows, and listen to music on a larger screen or through better speakers.  

• Screen Mirroring:
  • It also enables you to mirror your device’s screen onto another display. This replicates everything you see on your device’s screen onto the receiving display. This is useful for:
    • Sharing photos and videos.  

    • Giving presentations.  

    • Playing games.  

    • Displaying apps.
     

Key Features:

• Audio and Video Streaming: Enjoy movies, TV shows, music, and podcasts on compatible devices.  

• Screen Mirroring: Share presentations, photos, videos, or even play games on a larger screen.  

• Multiroom Audio (AirPlay 2): With AirPlay 2, you can stream audio to multiple AirPlay 2-compatible speakers simultaneously, creating a multiroom audio experience.  

How It Works:

• AirPlay uses your Wi-Fi network to wirelessly transmit data between your Apple device and the receiving device.
• Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.