My New Mac Mini Setup - Portable Power!

[@utubekullanicisi]

I love it when a KZbinr is making a video on the exact same thing you’ve been wondering about...

[@TausifHussain]

Haha I got you 😉

[@m4liy419]

@@TausifHussain im watching this video while being in srilanka, so its great you are a legend in youtube respect bro

[@cunty]

i was wondering about the same thing!

[@arush.27]

Can u tell if this works outside I know I should buy a MacBook if I wanna use outside but first nowadays you have to go outside less and less and plus I don’t wanna use the keyboard it has and trackpad (trackpad is Good but I just prefer mouse) I’ll prob only need 4 to 5 hours soo any recommendations

[@TausifHussain]

Honestly this is just a stretch video haha. If you’re at all seeking mobility, I’d recommend you stick with a laptop :). But if you have a desktop already and want to have extra flexibility this could be an option.

[@gabimckenzie3401]

Tausif!!! You just saved me $1000. Thank you! My Macbook pro is dying and I need a new setup for freelance design work, but I use my laptop around the house for personal use too. I already have an ipad, this is amazing. This opens up so much, from cafe working plugged into the wall, vacation remote work, desktop view when I'm cooking from a recipe and watching a youtube video. I'm so happy I found this before I put $1800 down, wowwwww!

[@samvarma]

Dude. Total nerdgasm. This is dope AF. Definitely going to keep this in mind. Seems like the larger iPad Pro would be ideal here, but what a way to bridge the gap!! 👏

[@TausifHussain]

Thanks bro!! So glad you liked it!

[@vitaminA_1]

"Nerdgasm" - love it.

[@MANNT1S]

My buddy uses an iPad Pro with the new Mac Studio 👀

[@samvarma]

@@MANNT1S daaaaaaaamn

[@QuentinKarmark]

does it matter what gen of iPad it is?

[@Xplozhun85]

When you connected your USB-C cable to the iPad, was it still with Luna Display connected?

[@Pinachina]

This has changed my M1 future plans from a MacBook Pro to a Mac Mini. This is awesome. Thanks so much!

[@BagerGman]

I just saw this and thinking same thing. Now Im thinking less 14/16 in macbook and more the cheaper more thermal and damage resistant mini. At my school i can plug in Ipad and use a keyboard and mouse for most of my tasks and occasionally bring my weak mac from home . At home I use a 2017 mac air on my coffee table plugged in to tv for my stuff, but it really needs an upgrade. I think using this Idea I could upgrade my home setup and still be able to take to work or travel assignments as needed.

[@LCBear]

This is absolute amazing! I don’t like the fact that this is easily can be done by a software update from Apple. Just allowing user to connect iPad with a cable for displaying is a must

[@FrankieTech]

Nice video bro! Wow I gotta give this is a try with my new Mac Mini M1 arriving tomorrow. Keep up the great work.

[@bngmapping]

ello

[@anetizen6404]

Ello Frankie

[@Pacifica.Obscura]

We’re you able to do it without the Luna and just usb c connection?

[@andibrema]

ello eleaf

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you so much bro! Means a lot coming from you!

[@hermes8258]

Thanks for your ethusiasm and experienced knowledge. What is the size of the iPad you are using?

[@chrisbrockhurst]

Listen, I was trying my best to hold out buying the mini. You arnt helping!!! 😂

[@TausifHussain]

Lmaoooo! Honestly it might still be the most economic to go Pro 13”.

[@heimdall3921]

@@TausifHussain so do you recommend macbook pro 13 ?

[@heimdall3921]

@dh3758 it is not first generation if i choose intel i7 model am i wrong ?

[@TausifHussain]

Depends. The Mac mini and Air are perfectly capable of a lot. If you absolutely need the power and portability then the pro is a great solution.

[@travelingtiv]

Hello great video but what cable did you use ? USB-c To HDMI. What will work with my ipad with lightning port? thx

[@SuperDroux]

Thank you i was looking everywhere if the mac mini could handle the ipad wirelessly and connected great explanation ! Bit it make me ask another question as the Mac mini can handle 2 monitors can you connect 2 iPad both plugin ?

[@georgiypavel]

Can you use this setup but with ipad keyboard case?

[@Techninjaspeaks]

Awesome. The iPad is still proving itself as a useful tool. Great explainer

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you bro!

[@pureluck8767]

@@TausifHussain ur good dude

[@jdcv17]

I wonder can this setup work with older versions of the iPad? Like really old iPad? Like the iPad Air 2? LOL.

[@Nick2kick]

If I have a 2tb iPad can I save my work to the iPad instead of the Mac mini?

[@PhotosWithTheFields]

So I can plug my IPad Pro via USB-C straight into the Mac mini and it will serve as a Monitor without the Lunar display piece? Asking because it looks like that’s what you did at 3:30

[@john-xg4ob]

Same question hahaha

[@imjustmeeks]

I was thinking the same thing, LOL!!!!

[@keithjames6638]

Same question

[@alejandroramirez2413]

@Tausif Hussain we need you to answer that please. I think we are several people who want to know if it is possible to use the iPad Pro as a monitor using only a Thunderbold 3 usb-C cable connected directly to the mac mini.

[@longdo6858]

Metoo

[@lphotographer877]

wow, great video! I have Mac Mini M1 and I wonder if I need to buy Used iPad for being screen, which iPad is cheap to buy?

[@impendio]

Just got an M1 mac mini and my setup is basically identical to yours, I’m on a K4 and a MX Master 3 with my 12.9 iPad Pro, just waiting for my Luna Display to get on the mail!

[@gyrussulcus1908]

thanks a lot bro. when mini is connected with ipad ... the pencil drawing feature will work for big sur? please reply asap because your answer can change my this week's purchase.

[@daneondemand]

It’s worth mentioning that you have to turn on your Mac then launch the luna display app using an external monitor before you can enter headless mode on your iPad. I purchased and returned it because sidecar was a better use case in my situation.

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

I recently bought it and set it to start automatically when I turn on my mac mini. Then time passes and the mac goes to sleep; I can get it to work from anywhere in the house that has WiFi, I just open the Luna Display app on the iPad and voila; I enter the password of my user and I can work without problem. (this is something that doesn't work with Sidecar, as you have to be logged in to enable it). Another thing I discovered is that with two fingers I can act as a mouse wheel (something that doesn't have a sidecar either) and what I didn't know is the right click issue, but well I solve it by pressing "control + click" so I only use a keyboard , in my case a Smart Keyboard Folio and the iPad

[@eddiemakessomegoodvideosal7014]

That is only for the setup though not after the first time

[@HylianDrew94]

One of the other cool things about this setup (been using it since earlier this year) is that you can use your magic keyboard with it! Other setup for more wireless usage for programmers is hooking a raspberry pi as it can use the iPad as a power source.

[@abdulwahabibraheem2742]

Do you mean the iPad Magic Keyboard ?

[@Ta11drinkofwater69]

Yeah just imagine if he put the whole package on a hinge 😂. Lmfao get a MacBook Pro and stfu

[@dreikonig2785]

Exact my setup with a Mac Mini 2012 and a iPad Pro 11“ from 2018. Works great.

[@arnavbhandari8639]

Cool video! But does this work for the iPad 7th generation?

[@yinfengfu266]

I’m more interested in your iPad stand. It’s much more elegant than any iPad stand I have seen. can you show me where to purchase one please?

[@gilangsilverburg3352]

This is what I need to know. I almost sell my ipad pro to buy a new macbook m1, but if I could being portable using mac mini like this I prefer buying mac mini and keep my ipad. Oh by the way, i just wondering if you use the type c on ipad is it possible to use a dongle so the ipad still chargeable?

[@lifeincontext21]

If you connect it via USB C, it charges while it’s connected

[@gilangsilverburg3352]

@@lifeincontext21 oh I see, thank you for the info. Help me a lot

[@rotostu900]

When you are using it via cable. Are you plugging into the other end of the dongle? Otherwise is the dongle only required for WiFi connection? So could you use the Luna app with usb c cable plugged into Mac mini directly?

[@makaikano]

Same question

[@charliecastillo8659]

Same question

[@danprince6587]

Same question

[@leafXIV]

Same question

[@30Ghector]

I think he used a hdmi to usb-c cable newer ipads use usb-c.and theres also hdmi to lighting adapters for older ipads

[@jimmyhybrid]

Hey there! Super cool video! When you use it in photoshop : do you have Apple Pencil pressure sensitivity and all the pencil features? Or it simply works as a mouse?

[@tovopro]

Tausif: Apple, we need a touch screen Mac! Apple: No, don't need one and you can't! Tausif: Watch me!

[@peterfreund8205]

Nice video but you never explained how you hooked up via usb-c. Does that require buying Luna or is it separate from Luna?

[@tsound_]

Does this work with direct connection to an older ipad that's still up to date on software? I just have one with a lightning port, but just got an M1 Mac Mini.

[@danprince6587]

Good question

[@ShinAkarri]

If you plug it up through usb c do you still have to keep the Luna display connected? And is it usb c to usb c or usb c to usb a?

[@MarkowskyArt]

Until now, I hadn’t heard of you or Luna Display. But, I watched half of this video, pressed pause and bought this device! It looks super awesome, and you did an awesome job demo’ing it! Also, newly subscribed! Thanks for the great content!

[@TausifHussain]

Whoa thanks for the motivation boost. Thanks for watching and joining! Appreciate you

[@closerau]

Great stuff, do you need wifi or can Luna work with a cable going from Mac mini to iPad?

[@vacation_generation]

What a brilliant demo showing the possibilities of integrating Mac Mini with iPad display. Without these kinds of tutorials I'd never know about this stuff! Thanks

[@ariwilsun]

What kind of iPad dock/stand is that? Great video!

[@TausifHussain]

Hey bro it’s from Grovemade! I have a video coming out showing off some of these accessories next week!

[@ariwilsun]

@@TausifHussain Sweet! Looking forward to your video. Thank you.

[@digitalife8719]

When you are over excited, It feels like you are lying.

[@raphikyrevsa7054]

Awesome , the only thing is not clear for me is about when you use the wire, do you need Luna Display too, or you just plug the ipad to the mac mini ??

[@alessioacri.]

This just proves how cool would some DeX like feature be on iPads

[@TausifHussain]

Agreed!

[@johnseber949]

Do you think it would have any problem with Adobe

[@liv2.9]

The best setup ever i have seen in a while. Tausif keep Up the good work 👌

[@TausifHussain]

Whoa thank you so much haha!!! Really appreciate that!

[@DianteEx]

Great video, I wonder do you still need the Luma app along with the usb c cable to have the ipad act as a monitor?

[@fernandosilva]

This is it! This is amazing bro

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you brother!

[@beckstunts]

So if i get that right, i can also use the iPad as a PRIMARY monitor through USB-C to USB-C (iPad to mac)? Do i need a special app? Does it need luna display if i don’t want the wireless part?

[@user-hl9jq8iz4i]

Yes you can use Wirelessly use luna display else for wired one you don’t need any application

[@chris]

Awesome review and demonstration. I was wondering if it would work with my incoming M1 Mac mini and you answered my question right away. I did have a question about the audio... does the audio get routed through the iPad as well? So if I'm not in my office where my Mac mini is located, I get the audio through my iPad and not through my Mini, right?

[@YogiDanananda]

Curious about this as well!

[@chris]

@@YogiDanananda I emailed them and they said that it's not supported but it's on their roadmap. So, hopefully in the future we'll see it (they indicated it wasn't a high priority for some oddball reason)

[@YogiDanananda]

@@chris Thank you! Seems like something that would be important for working "wirelessly." I suppose I could connect Bluetooth headphones but that again limits the range further.

[@Dorene_Oster]

Great question! If I were to buy it, it would definitely need to route the audio. Hope that feature comes soon.

[@asdlb4]

My question as well.

[@videolaricin8634]

Great video.. can i use the ipad air for the new mac studio as a main monitor ???? I dont mean mirroring… i mean main and only one monitor…

[@martee4]

Can you use the luna display when first booting up a brand new Mac mini? Or do you need a regular monitor when first setting everything up?

[@mxnjones]

I’m wondering about that as well...

[@lifeincontext21]

Yes, you need another monitor when you first set it up. I just connected it to my TV via HDMI.

[@Fluterra]

Brilliant! Can you use the iPad as the keyboard, or do you need an external keyboard?

[@canoopsy]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TausifHussain]

Thank YOU for watching! ❤️

[@hybrid5132]

Hello it is I

[@bluto212]

does the iPad charge while connected usb-c to the Mac mini?

[@cynthiaharris5078]

Hi Tausif, quick question for clarity. I can use my iPad as the monitor/display for my mac mini without having the luna display if I connect it with the usb cable?

[@TausifHussain]

Hey! No you need both plugged in still.

[@alrodriguez986]

Thanks for the video! Question, do I need Luna Display to hard wire connect the iPad to the Mac Mini? Looking to pickup a new M1 Mac Mini and use with an older iPad I’ve got and haven’t been using. Thanks a bunch!!

[@gforce_dj]

i couldent get it working with a USB C cable, i dont have Luna

[@bandofcrazies7082]

I think this is a question MANY people have on here…can you just direct connect from Mac Mini to IPad using USB-C without Luna.

[@laszmoe9606]

You Keyboard is working well with Mac Mini? I have same keyboard with you.

[@ByteReview]

Super interesting idea man! Makes me wonder if Apple will ever get a touchscreen on the go for MacBooks moving forward!

[@TausifHussain]

Thanks bro! It is a thing of curiosity lol.

[@jaydenrussell7491]

@@TausifHussain they should improve there camera quality for Mac books also especially with so many people on zoom. It’s weird that the iPhone has such a better qaulity camera than the more expensive Mac

[@sheraixy]

Is this possible for every ipad? Or limited to the newest models? 🤔

[@JHawk]

I had no idea this is even possible. Dope video man!

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you brother! Yeee it’s some marry poppins ish

[@AlexJMusic-zj4jv]

So nice... Got a question. Well, 2... I didn't get it, so is it possible to use use it without wifi? In that case you would just need a USB cable?... And second, since the touch screen feature still works with Luna, is possible to use it without any keyboard and mouse? Thx so much

[@fernandosilva]

Also that Apple Pencil flip on the hand flex haha

[@TausifHussain]

LOL you already know

[@YuxiangChi]

good point, using an iPad Pro + mac mini, what's the point of not buying a macbook pro?

[@pmozzi]

I’ve legit been thinking about this setup - great to see someone who tried it!

[@B3RS3RK3RAH]

I want to ask how do you get out of the Mac OS to use your normal iPad os because I am stuck here for quite a while now

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

@@B3RS3RK3RAH dale "command + Tab" o desliza el dedo de la parte baja hacia arriba

[@elisarauseo1730]

Great video. Can do the same thing using my laptop (MacBook Pro) as the main monitor ?

[@akap1092]

Amazing. Impressive. Is it possible to have it work with zoom? I do a lot of screen sharing (and annotating on screen) while having the camera on, is this something that is possible when the ipad is used as a monitor? I am able to do this with my touchscreen laptop but would love to switch to mac if this setup is possible.

[@PhilippaRichard]

I've just discovered this option. Great video. If I want to connect using the cable, what kind of cable did you use?

[@ysorokopud1]

Well, for the Headless set up - that’s how it’s called, external monitor is needed - only required for the initial setup process, lets not confuse everyone that you can connect IPad on the go. Also you need a display to enable automatic log in and disable fire vault, otherwise you will need an external monitor every time you use Luna display

[@gforce_dj]

i dont have Luna but i tried pluging in a USB cable to make my iPad Pro M1 as a monitor - it does not work - can anyone help on how to set this up. It does look like it works but we need more details

[@1man2manynotes]

Thank you b/c he skipped the setup which is perhaps the most important part, and this seems very important to know

[@ishmaelksandy10]

@@gforce_dj have you figured out if it can work with out the luna device present?

[@fariasandres]

Awesome! Should work with a MacStudio right?

[@beansdesigns]

why am i watching this i don’t have any of these products lol

[@teoweeli]

May I know how to connect the iPad to the Mac mini using the cable? Any apps needed?

[@TKO593]

Will this take advantage of the higher refresh rates of the pro iPads display? I would use this if it does.

[@michaelbell75]

Of course

[@lincolnliking]

Great video. Could I accomplish this with a surface pro? 🤔

[@TausifHussain]

Stay tuned. I got something you’ll like. 😉

[@LarsVision]

Can we use the Apple® Smart Keyboard that goes with the iPad?

[@freedylo8124]

Same doubt

[@lifeincontext21]

Smart Keyboard, yes. That is definitely supported. Magic Keyboard is not.

[@Dulcilady]

Great video. I have an IPad Pro 2nd gen (lightning connect) 12.9”. I use a Logitech keyboard & a bt mouse. Will this set up work?

[@TausifHussain]

Double check Luna website to see your iPad is compatible, if so then you should be good to go!

[@randyrinaldie]

Can you use apple magic keyboard to run the mac mini?

[@TausifHussain]

Yep

[@tsisot1]

So, isn’t necessary an external keyboard and mouse? And, is the iPad camera usable while monitoring the mini?

[@DrFatPinguin]

WOWWW!! Just the day before I was going to buy another laptop! For real! Went to Best buy today, something told me dont buy anything right now. So I was wondering how the Mini Mac work, and I Always wanted a touch screen Mac THIS IS BASICALLY IT!!! you are a genious, Thanks for the video men, You just saved my life.

[@solo_wanderer]

love this! this was my exact doubt about making mac mini portable!

[@Andrew714oc]

Just curious, why not just get a portable usb-c monitor? It's more cost effective than the iPad. I've been wanting to use my m1 Mac Mini at a coffee shop because it's more powerful/faster than my 2018 intel MBP. I ended up buying a usb-c portable 15.6" 4k monitor ($200'ish fr amazon, I calibrated it for color so I can edit photos). I took the Apple magic keyboard & magic trackpad. Not as portable as your setup but definitely got the job done. The down sides is that it takes time to setup & break down & you always have to shutdown. What do you guys think?

[@MrNpkellogg]

THIS IS THE MOST INTERESTING VIDEO I'VE EVER SEEN. THANK YOU.....IT IS NOW TUESDAY 15 JUNE 2021, AND i'VE ONLY SEEN A HANDFUL OF VIDEOS TELLING ME ABPUT THIS; PERHAPS I;M NOT LOOKING IN THE WRONG PLACES, BUT THIS IS STILL A DRIVING FORCE IN THE THINGS I WANNA BUY. THANK YOU AGAIN.

[@TausifHussain]

Omg thank you haha

[@LindaIBrown]

I have a Mac Mini mid 2011 and a MacBook Air 2018 and a 12.9 ipad 2021. Trying to pull all this together for a portable on wheels from sitting to standing workspace (better on body issues)…What Mac Mini do you have and suggestions for repurposing what I have. I do a lot of research and writing. Will be doing other things too. I have a really good Dell 18.9 monitor for a larger display. Suggestions please? Sidecar isn’t working well with my 2021 ipad and 2018 MacBook Air - I was POed how that experience worked for me since sidecar was promoted and I invested in the 2018 MacBook Air - total bust!

[@nediache_r1203]

Imagine having this setup in a coffee shop

[@TausifHussain]

Dopeee

[@michaelwright1602]

This is nice! I have an iMac in the dining room, and a Mac Mini hooked up the the AVR in the living room... I can use my iMac and a iPad as monitors anywhere in the house. Very nice! And VERY HAPPY! So far it appears to be rock solid for my needs. No real lag to speak of and is responsive.

[@victorvanengelen792]

Does it also work with a ipad with a lightning connector?

[@TausifHussain]

Yes!

[@gforce_dj]

@@TausifHussain how not having any luck

[@Manjunn]

Will you still need Luna if you want to just connect via cable?

[@bonetokloid1600]

With this display on the iPad, can I use the camera and microphone to do a zoom conference using Luna display?

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

hasta donde he probado no se puede te sirve es como un monitor tactil, lagunas cosas las puedes hacer con el dedo como hacer clic o deslizar (haci arriba o abajo) con dos dedos

[@sean.sullivan]

curious how you set up using the iPad as a monitor without luma? Looks like in your video you set it up with a usb-c cable only? Just wondering what settings and where to find them on the Mac mini and iPad to get that going?

[@jameslatief1]

Did you just make Mac OS touch-screen a reality? I am impressed!

[@waldalwahsh7833]

I just realized that and I’m just as impressed! Having iPad games run through a superior processor and have it still run with touchscreen is a thing I always yearn for

[@rivertam711]

@@waldalwahsh7833 except the iPad Pro processor crushes the M1s......

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 really :o

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 um on what basis? www.cpu-monkey.com/en/compare_cpu-apple_m1-1804-vs-apple_a12z_bionic-1651

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 the m1 is clocked faster, has more performance dedicated cores, supports more ram, has double the cache memory of the a12z, all while being a first generation chip compared to the 9th gen chip on the ipad, it'll never "crush" the m1 as the next iteration of ipads will literally have m1 based chips

[@yeni1185]

Hello, thank you for the great video! Quick question: Does the ipad run out of battery while it's connected to the mini?

[@lifeincontext21]

I haven’t seen a huge impact on battery life when it’s connected via Wifi so far (beyond normal drain). That being said, connecting it via USB/Thunderbolt will charge it as well.

[@simonhall2682]

This video is actually pretty amazing. Great content!

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you!!!

[@Kuwandi]

Dude !!!!! … as in the film from the 90s . that was my natural inclination - right off the bat 💫⭐️✅

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

I used to think that a set up like this would be necessary because the Intel Mac mini’s had upgradable RAM and better performance for the price over other Macs in it’s range. Now with Apple Silicon Macs, the 13” MBP is just as performant as the M1 Mac Mini so just using the portable laptop again is perfectly viable.

[@TausifHussain]

Oh 100%. This is only if you have a Mac mini and an iPad already !

[@smileofdean]

⁠@@TausifHussain Tausif, is it possible to i use this combination wired but without Luna Display? And when you plug in and do wired, will ipad be charged too from mac mini power?

[@quinxx12]

Awesome, so you basically got yourself a macbook for about $900 if you already have powerbank, iPad, keyboard and mouse already lying around. Do you know whether the connection via cable works with the first gen iPad Pro, which has thunderbolt connection? And it should be no problem to have 2 screens attached this way, right?

[@namarocks101]

What the duck is going onnnn. I was walking around my house thinking about whether I should buy a Mac mini plus iPad setup or just get a MacBook. Went on YT to check what people think AND CAME ACROSS THIS VIDEO *Google is listening*

[@TausifHussain]

LOLLL DAMN. Haha well I’m glad I could help you get sorted though lmaoooo

[@namarocks101]

@@TausifHussain haha yeah, I already have a desktop set up that I use with my laptop. I am going to use the same laptop for a couple more months, while I spend some money to get the iPad Air. Gonna try to use that tablet+magickeyboard off eBay for all my needs and if it works out, I will just buy a Mac mini, and if it does not, then naturally ill know I need to eventually dish out more money for the MBA/MBP.

[@hafidmohadi8811]

Exactly bro that happened to me too

[@novahomicide8042]

Why would google spy on Apple to report to Apple

[@SoumyaRanjanPatro-bi2cv]

Should I buy Mac mini M2 and can I use my samsung tab as main moniter or should I buy MacBook M1 ​@@TausifHussain

[@olehfilipchuk8257]

Cool...but I understand nothing. When I use cable connection, do I need Luna dongle? What app u running on ipad, what app on Mac mini? How it configures on both sides? Do I need buy Luna dongle to use their soft with only cable? Why it's better than duet display u can use for free with cable? So many questions, but video is about - "hey, look, a giraffe!")

[@kenz381]

Hey Tausif! I’m not a techie but I’m fascinated by DIY and customization. My mind is blown at your setup. I’ve been wanting to do a portable/ iPad/Mac mini setup for awhile now. Thank you so much!! 😄

[@Begs_Sun]

Soooooo cool! That’s my future! Thanks a lot for your explanations !! 😊

[@IMadeInRussiaI]

Wait a second. This guy is actually re-invented Macbook. Just 2x times expensive and less portable?

[@billygoodlife4712]

Wait, did you mean you can touch the macbook screen? Omg i should try it in my macbook pro.

[@hardikgajjar9747]

Hi does it work with magic keyboard on ipad too or do i need to buy separate keyboard and mouse . Pls ur ans will solve my mystery which is back holding me from buying Mac mini 🙌🏼

[@extra4542]

Wow I could see this being someone’s whole computer setup, esp if they have the 12.9” iPad Pro

[@TausifHussain]

It’s doable!

[@mrjeffjob]

I just discovered Astropad 3 weeks ado and bought the Mac Mini, the $1300 one with 4 ports. The cheaper one only has 2 and the Astro device uses one leaving you only one for a large monitor. This setup is sick!

[@agusspiegel]

Isn't this the exact same functionality from macOS Sidecar? there are plenty of reviews of this being built-in...

[@ujjwalraizada6191]

At least watch the complete video before commenting.

[@BarmizzIe]

Yo man, can I use the ipad keyboard with this configuration? Or does the keyboard have to be plugged into the mac mini

[@DavidHanks90]

Very cool! I have duet display but the lag is quite noticeable and you can’t really do headless mode. If you’re having issues with wifi in the evening, try changing your router’s channel to a different one that isn’t as crowded. Most routers use the same channel by default and so it can get quite congested during peak usage times. Changing to a channel that isn’t used as much (which most people don’t even know you can do) can really improve performance :)

[@MYI2682]

Can we connect any iPad, or only specific iPad? Through cable I mean

[@FlyingArtz.]

Wow!!!!

[@TausifHussain]

🤙🏼

[@nicklemen]

Super stupid question, but is this built in by Apple or is this some sort of work-around? What happens to the iPad computer while it’s running the Mac Mini? Does it glitch and switch back regular iPad mode?