# Splashtop Wired XDisplay – Extend & Mirror

> iPhone app that functions as an external monitor for Mac and PC. (iPhone/iPad app by Splashtop Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashtop-wired-xdisplay-extend-and-mirror/id1029826922 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Splashtop Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/382509318)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 323 App Store ratings · 296 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2015-09-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashtop-wired-xdisplay-extend-and-mirror/id1029826922/reviews.md

## What is Splashtop Wired XDisplay?

**** LIMITED TIME Launch Special (Regular Price: $9.99 USD)
**** Use your iPhone as an extra monitor to your MAC or PC!  ****
**** Developed by the Creator of Splashtop Remote Desktop, the #1 iOS Business App Developer, with over 20 million users! ****

*** Please contact us at http://support-xdisplay.splashtop.com/home if you have any problem extending or mirroring your computer screen to your iPhone.  The App Store does not offer a way for us to respond to user issues. ***
Splashtop Wired XDisplay turns an iPhone into an extra display for your computer, enhancing productivity.  

FEATURES
* High Performance (1080P or retina display at 60fps)
* Support for Windows 7 default Aero desktop theme featuring translucent windows
* Auto orientation when iPhone is turned (works in both landscape and portrait modes)
* Ability to choose the position of your extended display relative to the computer
* Secure wired connection

Simple Setup
1. Download Splashtop Wired XDisplay (this app)
2. Download and run the FREE Splashtop Wired XDisplay Agent on your MAC or PC at http://www.splashtop.com/wiredxdisplay
3. Connect your iPhone to MAC or PC using a lightning or 30 pin cable

Computer Supported
* Windows 7, 8, 10, and later
* MAC OSX 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12 and later
LIMITATIONS
* Currently only supports computers with at least one unused video display output
* When Windows Aero is disabled, certain functions might not be available
To learn more:  http://www.splashtop.com/wiredxdisplay

## Key features

- Use iPhone as extra monitor
- High performance display (1080P, 60fps)
- Secure wired connection
- Auto orientation support
- Choose display position
- Windows Aero theme support

## What do users think of Splashtop Wired XDisplay?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Works great
- 🚀 Responsive app
- 💡 Can use iPad as external display
- 👍 Useful for multitasking
- 👍 Seamless integration

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional disconnects
- 🐛 Compatibility issues
- 🐛 Crashes on some systems
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Black bars on screen

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Doesn't work on Mac OS Big Sur
- Incompatible with certain hardware/OS combinations
- Freezes and restarts on some systems

**Most requested features**

- Full screen support for iPad
- Improved resolution and frame rate
- Wireless connection option
- Audio output support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 296)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/splashtop-wired-xdisplay-extend-and-mirror/id1029826922/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-07-31, version 1.2.0.2*

Works so well nobodies fooled by it to so the racing simulator multi monitor works on my iPhone with this to

### 5/5 — The solution

*2026-06-24, version 1.2.0.2*

Got a laptop with a bad screen ? This app is all you need. Flawless , seamless all the above.

### 5/5 — clean blue app

*2026-05-12, version 1.2.0.2*

Thx xx very cute

Also can make faster for older model phones pleæz?

P🙏’

### 1/5 — Very bad

*2026-04-20, version 1.2.0.2*

Stopped working after 2 days

### 5/5 — Maravilla

*2026-04-09, version 1.2.0.2*

es muy fluida y muy buena, recomendada

### 4/5 — Super ,außer eine Sache

*2026-04-06*

Die App funktioniert super aber die die Latenz ist etwas zu hoch

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-03-31*

Wirking good

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2026-03-09, version 1.2.0.2*

It works great, was super easy to set up, and exactly what I needed.  

Shows up as a regular second monitor to windows, no annoying account setup, latency through some cloud server, or anything!  Just plug in a cable and it works

### 5/5 — Does its job well

*2026-01-17, version 1.2.0.2*

It does exactly what you want it to do, and it does that fairly well.

### 5/5 — Liked it

*2025-08-11, version 1.2.0.2*

Nice and responsive app as it can be used offline as well. I have used for thr first time and has found it great. It has now solved my need of two monitors for laptop as I can use my ipad air2 as external display. Also, you can use your ipad as a surface pro because you can use touch screen as well from the ipad.

## Frequently asked questions about Splashtop Wired XDisplay

### What does Splashtop Wired XDisplay do?

This application turns your iPhone into an extra display for your Mac or PC. It allows you to extend your computer's desktop or mirror your screen, significantly enhancing productivity by providing more screen real estate.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include high-performance display capabilities (up to 1080P at 60fps), support for Windows Aero, auto-orientation for both landscape and portrait modes, the ability to choose your extended display's position, and a secure wired connection.

### How much does Splashtop Wired XDisplay cost?

The app is a paid application. It was launched with a limited-time special price, with a regular price of $9.99 USD. There are no in-app purchases or ads mentioned.

### What computers and operating systems are supported?

The app supports Windows 7, 8, 10, and later versions. For Mac users, it is compatible with OS X 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, and later versions. Computers must have at least one unused video display output.

### How do I set up Splashtop Wired XDisplay?

Setup involves downloading this app on your iPhone, downloading and running the free Splashtop Wired XDisplay Agent on your Mac or PC from splashtop.com/wiredxdisplay, and then connecting your iPhone to your computer using a lightning or 30-pin cable.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.0.2 — 2017-01-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Enhanced Win7, 8 & 8.1 Support:  Please download the new Windows Agent from  http://www.splashtop.com/wiredxdisplay
- Bug Fixed.

### 1.2.0.1 — 2015-11-23

- Enhanced Win10 Support:  Please download the new Windows Agent from  http://www.splashtop.com/wiredxdisplay
- Bug Fixed.

### 1.1.0.4 — 2015-09-23

- iOS9 Update

### 1.1.0.0 — 2015-09-01

No release notes.

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