Lightning to HDMI no longer working with IOS16 update

i have a iPad Pro 11.

My HDMI adapter cable no longer works since upgrading to IOS 16.2+

IT also refuses to work with the latest 16.3.1 versions.

The HDMI cable DOES work on my iPad mini, using IOS16.2

i think this proves IOS 16.3.x has a bug preventing the proper operation of the HDMI adapter cable.

will apple please get this fixed.

I talk for me and all my teacher colleagues… We was using lightning adapters for teaching from iPads with goodnotes app and Apple pencils. It’s no more possible. Go back to old computers… really desappointing…

Of course we did! We use a few generations of iPads, all updated with the last version of ios16.

We all know that the problem is related with ios16.

Apple needs to correct the situation. It’s really frustrating when we invest in expensive equipment and not able to use it.

Have a nice day,

Annik

I too am having the same issue. Have followed the instructions found on these discussions. I guess Apple want their customers to fork out for the more expensive Apple boxes instead of using lightning cables. Shame that Apple creates such limitations for its loyal customers.

Ever since IOS 16 the hdmi has not worked with my iPhone 14 pro max. Even the latest updates did nothing. And 16.1 botched the hdmi connection to my older iPhones. Seems Apple isn't going to do a thing about this.

Plug in the adapter. You should see a message stating that firmware needs to be installed before the accessory can be used. Wait a few minutes. Cycle power on the phone. Connect the cable again and sharing of the iPhone and basic apps should work. Then try your streaming apps. I just did this and Xfinity, Netflix, HBO Max, etc. are all working as expected.

i Have never had a message like that. My adapter has no memory. Mind you, it works most times with the newest phone update. Not as great as it used to but not to bad. I absolutely loved this adapter and recommended it to everyone. I would not recommend it now

Plugging in my adapter turns on the Do Not Disturb function. When in that state the sound will not work. If I switch it back to Focus mode the video will play with sound. iPhone 12.

it would better if plugging in the HDMI adapter did not turn on the Do Not Disturb mode. Unplugging it does not switch it back so I miss notifications.

Turned off “Smart Activation” of Do not Disturb. Now plugging in the HDMI adapter does not put it in that state and streaming works. I can see how when making a presentation this is a good thing and apple set this as the default behavior.

Actually read something earlier while looking at another projector. I think copyright material is restricted so thats why videos etc aren’t working. Try taking a screenshot of a show on netflix or something, thats right you can’t anymore “copyright material.”

Unfortunately, apple has rendered any aftermarket HDMI Cable as completely useless, as the installed software on the phone will NOT recognize any non-genuine apple product. I have confirmed this with the purchase of multiple aftermarket options, with no result or response from the phone/ipad. Once you purchase the Apple Certified HDMI Cable and plug it in, it will immediately prompt the user with a message that states "Downloading Firmware", and once its completed, you can enjoy seamless HDMI streaming to any device, from any screen or application on your phone, with sound.

*This applies to Apple's most recent update 16.4.1 on iPhone 13 ProMax

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I drive a rig as well and this change in policy will send me back to Samsung. Switching back to my Note20 5G Ultra to make sure the Dex app still works. If it does I’ll never buy another Apple product mine are all paid for and I was about to trade in my iPhone 12 until this issue came up…. Crazy marketing not compatible with my mobile life.

I had problems watching movies from my IPhone 12. I never had problems before with my older Apple phone. I had bought a newer but not expensive HDMI cable. When I would plug it in to my phone to Cast say for example Netflix it wouldn’t work. I called Apple they were trying to assist me. When I thought about the HDMI cable I bought. When I plugged it in it always said it wouldn’t work until the firmware was done updating. I could never find any firmware anywhere. I decided to try another HDMI cable that came with my DVD player and to my amazement I seen my phones screen on the TV. The quality or something with the HDMI made a difference not sure why. Try a different HDMI cable maybe a slightly better quality.

5N1P3R42 wrote:

@J_Johnnyboy, please do not reply if you cannot help.

As long as people don't violate the terms of use, they are allowed to post, even if you disagree with them. Not to mention which, telling Apple employees they can't post in an Apple forum sounds unlikely to have the effect you intend. Ignore posts that don't help you.

If you have information that may help, by all means, post it.

I’m having the same issue since the update I have been unable to stream anything at all I just get a black screen. Have have tried all the different suggestions a different hdmi cable different tv’s even my other av to hdmi apple adapter I turned my devices off and on and even done a reset and it’s still not working the issue is definitely the iOS update as everything was working before that update