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iPad 1st gen 2nd monitor

Can I use my IPad 1st gen as another display for my 2021 MacBook Pro?

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Oct 22, 2022 10:13 PM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2022 2:39 AM

The original iPad does not meet the requirements for SIdecar

Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support

It also does not meet the requirements for Duet

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/duet-display/id935754064


The original iPad is only 32 bit whereas all app for many years have only been 64 bit.



Conclusion is NO.

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Oct 23, 2022 2:39 AM in response to Helpful_Wizard

The original iPad does not meet the requirements for SIdecar

Use an iPad as a second display for a Mac - Apple Support

It also does not meet the requirements for Duet

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/duet-display/id935754064


The original iPad is only 32 bit whereas all app for many years have only been 64 bit.



Conclusion is NO.

iPad 1st gen 2nd monitor

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