Screen Mirroring is a chargeable feature on iPad for watching purchased films on TV

Hi I wanted to watch films on tv from bought programs on my ipad and discovered that screen mirror is a chargeable item.?

Is this a common thing.

thanks

Zuhair



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Original Title: Screen mirror

Posted on Nov 24, 2025 5:06 AM

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Posted on Nov 24, 2025 5:36 AM

Screen Mirroring itself is not a chargeable feature built into the iPad when using Apple's native AirPlay feature to an Apple TV or an AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.

The built-in AirPlay screen mirroring functionality on an iPad is free to use, provided you have the compatible Apple TV or smart TV, which is a separate purchase.


Third-Party Apps and Alternative Methods

The confusion about charges often arises from third-party apps and other solutions:

Third-Party Apps: Many apps available on the App Store that offer screen mirroring to non-AirPlay compatible devices (like some Samsung, LG, or Roku TVs) require a paid subscription or in-app purchase to unlock full functionality, remove ads, or access premium features like sound and higher resolution.


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Nov 24, 2025 5:36 AM in response to zuhair260

Screen Mirroring itself is not a chargeable feature built into the iPad when using Apple's native AirPlay feature to an Apple TV or an AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.

The built-in AirPlay screen mirroring functionality on an iPad is free to use, provided you have the compatible Apple TV or smart TV, which is a separate purchase.


Third-Party Apps and Alternative Methods

The confusion about charges often arises from third-party apps and other solutions:

Third-Party Apps: Many apps available on the App Store that offer screen mirroring to non-AirPlay compatible devices (like some Samsung, LG, or Roku TVs) require a paid subscription or in-app purchase to unlock full functionality, remove ads, or access premium features like sound and higher resolution.


Screen Mirroring is a chargeable feature on iPad for watching purchased films on TV

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