Transform Your iPad Pro into a Gaming Monitor: Step by Step Guide!

[@bullivan10]

If this doesn’t end up being blocked and works, you just saved me a whole bunch of money for buying a new tv for college for my ps5, I have to travel a long distance to school and I can only go with my ps5 and iPad in a suitcase. This means so much thank you thank you thank you!.

[@saxoman1]

This would be perfect for my iPad rog ally combo, but I fear it'll def be patched out :(

[@powerhouse884]

Just get an ROG Ally dude

[@bullivan10]

@@powerhouse884 i feel you i just don't like to have different devices that is aimed at one task. i like to keep my collections minimal, 1 phone, 1 ipad, 1 pc for work, 1 console for gaming.

[@bullivan10]

@@saxoman1 yeah i agree, doesn't make sense though , it being patched out, i mean not everyone has an ipad/console combo, and most people already have a tv before buying a console, so i don't think its gonna affect much.

[@saxoman1]

@@bullivan10 I hear you! It's just that Apple (in my mind) is the most anti-fun, anti-custimization, anti-unofficial software company I've ever seen. If there is a hint of "people can do something unintended with this?!" my natural suspicion is that they'll quash it. I hope I'm wrong! I literally travel everywhere with my IPad 5g (just to read music) and my Rog Ally (just for... being amazing) lol

[@SubhajitGhosh]

I bought the same adapter and it worked fine with my PS5. Few tweaks I need to make. 1st resolution output to 720p 60 fps. I tried 1080p 60 fps, but there were screen tearing and also the frame rate looks like 30 fps. Maybe a better converter will do the job. It is overall a success. If someday a good adapter comes at a cheaper price with full utilization of ipad Pro screen then it will just destroy any other sceeen.

[@mpetrides]

After I read this, I went back and fiddled with settings in the app. Changing resolution gave me wonky looking characters in Diablo 2 Resurrected (they looked too tall and too thin) but simply setting the FPS down to 30 took care of the tearing I was experiencing. Probably wouldn't be a good solution if you wanted to pay an FPS game but for Diablo, it's working fine. I can now play my PS 5 using my 2018 (pre-M series) 12.9 inch iPad Pro. Whoopeeee!!!

[@dell051lt]

Oh god, now I need to get the iPad Pro ASAP!! Thanks a ton for this video. I live on the road and often wish I could bring my big consoles with me.

[@Bad_Agent01]

That app doesn’t show in the App Store

[@yongzhichiau1145]

Hi, the beta is full. Is it possible for you to increase the amount for the beta app please?

[@zr1vetteman09]

Wonder if the 120hz/fps screen can be fully utilized through something like a series X console.

[@DanishTUTGamer]

I run 1280 x 720 input settings in order to get 60 fps. This are recommended settings in the settings in capture pro!

[@Diaspora1984]

hypothetically; could you run Capture Pro on an M2 Mac Mini connected to Studio Monitor (for example) and have your Playstation plugged into your Mac mini and display both playstation and MacOS at the same time?!

[@haroldfinch8019]

we need to test! lol

[@carmineg]

These HDMI capture devices essentially show up on your Mac as a webcam. Any program that can access your webcam can access the HDMI capture device (zoom, OBS, etc.) you can just use Quicktime and select the HDMI device as a source.

[@RileyLinch]

The cheap capture cards really compromise on a lot of quality, I would recommend the EVGA XR1 Lite or Elgato HD60 for betteer quality and latency.

[@StrifePulse]

Tried my switch with one of these and 720p 60 FPS looks pretty fine on the 11" iPad Pro. So if you have a small-mid sized iPad, its fine.

[@RileyLinch]

@@StrifePulse they certainly work but they use MJPEG which was made for simple animations and not video or video games. You're going to get a lot better of an experience with the YUY2 format.

[@July9326]

Did this with my Samsung S8 plus long ago but there's too much latency so I just purchased an oled portable monitor

[@The_Supreme_Savage]

How did you do it in android???

[@kevcioproductions]

Will it use the 120hz as well or are the limitations to framerate etc.?

[@carmineg]

The HDMI capture device he linked to captures at 60hz. You'd definitely need to test with an HDMI capture device that can do 120hz

[@Piece_Of_Cake_Vivek]

Totally bought one after seeing this vid and I love it! I actually wanted to see I could get my MacBook pro video and sound through my iPad with the adapter and to my surprise it does work! One of my biggest issues with screen sharing from my mac to my iPad as a external monitor is that the audio is only routed to my mac or speakers. This fixed that big issue. Now I should be able to play my ps5 even on the airplane or even in the airport when traveling.

[@9to5Mac]

Glad I could help!

[@1105656]

Quick question. I had the same use case in my head. But, how would you power a PS5 on an airplane. ??

[@vorco8120]

@@1105656Some airlines have outlets under their seats.

[@Piece_Of_Cake_Vivek]

@@1105656 On both domestic and international flights every passenger has a AC outlet. Typically it's located on the bottom of your seat either to the left or right. Ask the attendant if you have troubles finding it. I only learnt about the ac outlet from my sister who pointed it out to me.

[@willdabeast6503]

Does it have to be a capture card? Could I use an Ipad USB-C to HDMI adapter, or USB C-Hub that has HDMI?

[@Jimmyhickey90]

The capture pro TestFlight is full, are there any alternatives?

[@TyCeeOfficial]

Thanks for the video! Waiting for my capture card to arrive this Friday! I think that this can be really useful with my new steam deck for example! Do you know if this device would also work with an iMac? I've one 5k's 2017 and I would like to use it also as a screen for my ps5. Should this work, would you have any "capture app" in mind for it?

[@stingus]

I wonder if HDR, Dolby Vision and 120 Hz work via such connection. iPad may be the best screen for the current gen consoles if these things are supported.

[@DanishTUTGamer]

Did it work

[@alexgayer85]

I’ve been waiting for something like this for years!

[@spliff1904]

im also interested in the framerates. can we use 120hz on a connected pc?

[@suchnerve]

Always glad to see a new video from the cutest guy at 9to5Mac!

[@ebenezeradusah5872]

Is there any other suggested capture pro apps… Please save us 🙏😀

[@RederieJosh]

Apple better not stop this app from being released! This will make the iPad more versatile!

[@ADinDAvid]

0:43 That means iPad can be used as monitor for Mac mini?

[@rwno1]

This has a lot of potential! I think you could use this with a mac mini as a monitor (if you don't have a macbook) and it could be a reasonable portable set-up for productivity. Use the ipad for tablet stuff and then when you need mac OS, use the mac mini.

[@Lantement]

Genki shadowcast 2, this video is already obsolete

[@boskolleke]

cannot find the capture pro app in the app store belgium

[@Nick-pc9tf]

When using it as a monitor this way. Does the Magic Keyboard still work? I assume it does. That’ll be so good as you can type on your consoles. Also, is 1080p to low res for an iPad Pro? Since it’s native 2732 x 2048

[@CharleyBucket]

I literally just updated my iPad Pro to IOS 17 just to do this and the app isn’t available…. Is there another option available?

[@zues8123]

genki studio

[@jamesryanwigley]

Are there any other apps? Capture pro isn’t accepting testers

[@tchedah]

Any Capture pro alternatives? Since the beta is full.

[@TheMessCalledJess]

Did you find anything? I guess I’ll have to sit on my thumbs since I’m late af to the party

[@tchedah]

@@TheMessCalledJess no 😭

[@oscaruniverse2552]

There is an alternative it’s somewhere in the comments, I’ll try and find it again.

[@oscaruniverse2552]

It’s called Dongled

[@Samka123]

Hey, do you know another app for this ? Because i cant get a inivtation link for capture pro?

[@MIGeoMous]

This beta isn't accepting any new testers right now 😢

[@M.C.E-W]

I acquired a low latency 4k to 1080 capture card, but I’m not particularly satisfied with the latency. It’s only slightly better than streaming from the app with a perfect connection. The capture card I got is an HDMI to USB-A converter, which came with an A to C adapter. I’m curious if this setup might be causing the latency. Despite this, the capture card is considerably better than the app, where high-speed internet is needed for both the mobile device and home network, resulting in noticeable delay. When using an iPad, there’s no need for internet, and while there’s still some delay, it’s manageable. It’s not suitable for fast-paced FPS games, but games like GTA and Madden are playable with some adjustment. I’m considering trying a capture card with HDMI straight to C in the future, hoping it might eliminate the latency issue. If anyone has experience with this, please share!

[@thingythingy9507]

Please update me if getting a better capture card helped with latency

[@gabriel1095]

@@thingythingy9507 I don’t know what this guy is talking about. I have a $15 capture card and there’s no latency. It depends on the app more so than the card.

[@thingythingy9507]

@@gabriel1095 no latency? What game did you play? Also which capture card do you have?

[@EyesOfByes]

So, will it support 120fps? Like, HDMI 2.1 to thunderbolt adapters and stuff. In theory it should work. Let's hope!

[@DieFoe]

I am going to try for sure.

[@dohoof]

No

[@nikoserafino]

Hey there, planning to use Samsung Dex with those (funny, ik, i love Samsung Dex so… yea lol) i have a question; do i need it to be specifically “Capture Card”, or can i just use those sort of Docks that has HDMI port in it, thanks in advance!

[@jonathancatchpole7170]

Could I use this to have an extended desktop on a PC? Currently using an app called DUET, but the lag isn't great.

[@jrlv1566]

I dont see capture pro app in app store

[@ImMrGreatness829]

What’s the name of the iPad stand? I like it! If you have the link please share it with us

[@MikeAbili]

That's what I'm curious about.

[@Teklien]

Has anyone found an alternative capture app since Capture pro is full?

[@Busy_Learnin]

Hopefully Apple don’t block that feature

[@turismoride6617]

why would they…

[@rivvvers]

@@turismoride6617because that’s what they do

[@michaelcheesehairy]

thank god now i have a portable monitor for my teeny switch 🙏🙏🙏 does this need stable wifi to function?? or just the power source and hdmi?

[@mathewztay]

I’ve been searching for an app like this for Mac OS, does anyone know any? 👀👀

[@cylack]

Genki Shadowcast is a device and app combo, but it outputs only 1080p max.

[@Miguel-fm8xh]

iPad mini or iMac with my Switch. So cool, to get FullHD TV resolution on a 8.3 inch screen, compared to 720p on the native 6.2 inch non laminated one

[@jaywongtv8151]

Question.i dont have a dock for my switch..does usb type c to type c straight to the ipad pro works?

[@iaremarkuu]

Is there any way to get capture pro now? The website indicated that the beta is full.

[@legalizedcomedy]

when will this release

[@ITK5]

that beta is full is there another app you recommend?

[@ronijoni1681]

Will this work with Mac Mini as input -> iPad Air w magic keyboard for output? 🥺🥺🥺

[@WaterblueEzekiel]

Are there any other apps that can do this currently ,this is honestly the only thing I’ve been waiting for with iOS 17 .I’m so ready ,I have all of the hardware but I sure wish I had the software to pull this off right now. Let me know please I appreciate it thank you great channel and I’m definitely subscriber.

[@OfficialHamstar]

I'm in the same boat, hope we get a good public app soon

[@WaterblueEzekiel]

If you happen toif you happen toif you happen to catch that official app before I do let it be known it would be appreciated

[@darkvbe5910]

The app capture pro isnt working anymore cause they dont access new users there

[@jayhughes1957]

Wondering if a usb-c to HDMI cable, just a cable, and the capture pro app will work? As in do it without the capture card….. but have the usb-c to hdmi cable & the iOS 17 app, and see if it works…….

[@MrPhilipReed]

Does it work for iPhone 15 pro max? Since it has usb-c.

[@Rajdeep_Pandit]

I have updated to ipad os 17. But can’t see this Capture Pro app in app store. Anyone else got this app?

[@baoenglishclass]

I don’t either 😢

[@zues8123]

genki studio

[@mekman4]

This will be great, Especially for on the go streaming!

[@thomasne7901]

The Nintendo Switch dock is basically just an oversized usb hub. You can use a smaller one to play and I do this all the time. My regular 100w power adapter works, but my other adapters do not. I wonder if the Switch could run without power from the wall. I think docked mode requires power and Nintendo was really weird with their USB-C charging. So a Nintendo Switch dock enabled power bank or something would be needed? Also wonder if I could use this capture device with a dock. Enabling me to charge the iPad while playing. Ofc the insanely priced Magic Keyboard could help. Anyways with third party app stores enabling emulators for everyone with European device (without paying for developer), the iPad will be great for gaming. I think the next step for the EU would be to eliminate console exclusive games. I believe the 30% cut is much of the reason this is not done already. Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox could all make their own game stores. Exclusive games just creates e-waste by forcing you to buy devices you don’t need. Ofc they want to keep their console subscriptions for accessing online services, but I don’t even count this as it should have been illegal since the start

[@Rulets]

Hey man can you try using M2 Mac Mini with that too. That might be the best next setup.

[@anthonytassos8589]

We must find out if you can use, at last, the iPhone as an external camera on the iPad with the iOS 17?

[@dylanxitton]

That's really cool!! but, could it work as a 2nd monitor for windows??

[@haroldfinch8019]

wonder if this would work with the Studio display and game consoles. there are vids about using the elgato capture device but there’s latency… could be a good video too!

[@rubenfuentesjr.4367]

Can you try this with the IMac 🖥️🙏

[@Veorax]

Does a USBC to HDMI Cable Work? Or must it be a Converter?

[@bbrunorocha]

no it doesnt work, needs a converter which is what the capture card do

[@mr.potato2399]

Wondering if this would work on iPhone too

[@AbuFarouq]

I have been waiting for the day.

[@GamerPalmSweats]

What's the max framerate you can get with this setup 120hz or 60hz

[@ProtectusCZ]

60hz but a lot of USB capture cards are limited to 30hz.

[@chiragvaishnav9016]

Can we charge along with play?

[@MrBonger88]

How much latency is the capture card and app adding?

[@LeeMooEez]

I’ve been finding answer for this 😍 I have ipad pro and I wanna connect digital microscope directly to ipad like this 😍 Will it work with any hdmi output device 😍

[@oddforms]

hi i made an alternative app with available testflight spots i would be interested to see if your device works if you feel like testing it, since i only had a few hdmi devices to try. if you check the newest comments i left a url code for after /join/

[@michaeleblen5982]

Where can I get the capture pro app the link only takes me to test flight?

[@TCamp72a]

The Capture Pro testflight is full. Any clue how long it will take to be out?

[@PluPerfective]

I am in the transition of going to a full ipad setup - this is great for me, I can use a steamdeck with this on the go possibly.

[@rramnel]

Really interesting, a few questions though - What is the max frame rate that is possible with this setup? And does it mean I can also connect my Windows desktop PC as well using this method to the iPad?

[@mcbasedbaby]

the fps is based on how powerful the system is and as he said works with basically anything with an HDMI port so yes it will work with a desktop

[@mackyj7801]

Depends on the type of capture card you use, but you should be able to find one that captures at 60fps, the rest is just like a normal monitor connection.

[@pixelatedzephyr6325]

it works with windows but for the capture card i got the latency is horrible and even worse if you try to do 1080p instead of 720p

[@CesarFerrer]

I need to know if you can get 120hz with that capture card, would the ipad pro show 120hz ?

[@bauglirainur5039]

i just want to use my ipad M4 to display my Xbox Serie X, can i have a real 4k on my ipad with this adaptater? Thanks

[@Mike_Ehrmantraut_BB]

I can‘t download the capture pro app. How can I get it?

[@TheNoviceAnimator_]

Will the app stay forever or can Apple remove it- cuz I feel like they won’t like this- and I hope I can just keep it

[@DanishTUTGamer]

Hi anyone have a better Capture card with any better fps and quality they recommend? Maybe with charging too?

[@DieFoe]

There is an HDMI adapter for non-USB-C iPads I think I will try it on mine just to make sure it won't work with an older iPad.

[@McGomezAddams]

This is the content I subbed for

[@dmtuan]

You need a hdmi to usb-c capture card, right? Not just any hdmi to usb-c adapter, correct?

[@mrxuniversedg]

Can I stream my windows pc to ipad with the help of capture card?

[@oliverleo]

Did you have chance to test out this scenario ? - Plug iPad to usb c external monitor - Plug capture card to usb c port on the monitor - Run the app on external screen Kindly check if this work- it gonna be wonderful news for studio display owner to run on multiple input. Thanks!

[@ChowDownDetroit]

Is there a way to use my apple studio monitor with my PS5?

[@KanalLazarya]

Thanks! I tried with my Xbox and Steam Deck and its works!!! But do you know same kind of app for Mac)?

[@bookie009]

Can you try ipad as second monitor for laptop ?

[@mr.bang-o-t3ch709]

The OnePlus pad can do that with the PlayStation app that released this feature back in 2019 when the gaming community was at its highest but thank you for a refresh on a iPad

[@ashtondunnheartspokemon4576]

I have a question can you screen record please and thank you

[@JC-xx5dm]

Tried this with a 4090 PC. Bought the capture card linked in this video. The image quality and frame interpolation were horrible. 60fps felt like 30fps. I messed with the settings unless there is something Im missing. Used the Capture One beta. Sunshine streaming games is leagues better than this wired connection.

[@konstantinosstamos8967]

Can I also do this with my Mac?

[@afgainzfinest]

Will this work with the new iPad m4 ? I just ordered it getting here tomorrow

[@sirbestia]

I tried it on my M2 ipad pro with the capture card linked and it’s ok video but mouse latency is terrible.. was using as secondary monitor on my pc. Going to try with elgato camlink to see if it works

[@arjaydee6379]

So you can also use this setup on desktop and laptops and make the iPad as secondary screen?

[@TenoDaley]

That means this could possibly turn the ipad into touch screen mac os with a mac mini, i wonder if it would be a los better than using sidecar or astropad

[@simone12russo]

Is it possible to use an iPad 10th or iPad Air with usb-c ?

[@jonsanjuan]

If we have a steam deck can we just connect our usb-c cable from deck to ipad pro?

[@MarkoMarkolovic]

Will it work connecting two iPads together?

[@josephantonio4140]

I have issue getting the Capture Pro App, need to redeem for something

[@sergiosoares1921]

Any way to ennable full screen on Ipad? I have big black bars on the top and on the bottom

[@badee90light93]

How i can know piece that support 😢many hub i have don’t work

[@ThatGuyLarry333]

Xbox Steaming to an iPad mini 2023 off Verizon hotspot. I’ve tried to hotspot from the device being streamed to, on MW2 it get confused sometimes and drops connection but quality is unmatched.

[@AdriDwitomo]

USB C to USB C works with PC?

[@plasmit30]

I have an imac M1. How can i use it as a monitor for my PS5? I don’t want to buy a separate monitor just for PS5 alone.

[@enzmerc]

Hi there. I am trying to connect an Xbox 360 to my iPad. I am using an Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter with an HDMI Cable. I plugged my Xbox 360 HDMI Cable to the USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter and it won'ty show on my screen. Could that be because of it not supporting many drivers yet, do I need a power source connected to my iPad, or is the 360 not suppoerted (yet)?