Apple has announced the launch of AirPlay in select hotel rooms in North America, allowing guests to seamlessly stream content from Apple devices to compatible LG TVs. The long-awaited feature was originally launched at WWDC 2023 but has only now faced delays, coinciding with the launch of Apple Music’s collaborative playlists earlier this year.

Worry-free setup process

According to a recent blog post Through Apple, users can easily connect their iPhone or iPad to the hotel’s Wi-Fi network and select LG TVs by scanning a unique QR code displayed on the screen. Once connected, guests can easily share a variety of content directly to the big screen in their hotel room.

Also read: Google reorganizes Android, Chrome and Pixel teams; DeepMind now responsible for artificial intelligence development

“Users can automatically connect to a compatible in-room LG hotel TV and the hotel’s Wi-Fi network by scanning a unique on-screen QR code. Once connected, guests can share virtually any content directly from their hotel room’s large screen. iPhone or iPad,” Apple said.

Enhance privacy measures

Similar to Google’s Chromecast protocol, AirPlay allows content to be streamed wirelessly from Apple devices to supported screens, providing travelers with a convenient entertainment option.Currently, this feature only usable IHG Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio of hotels, including Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Hotel Indigo, Candlewood Suites and InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, operates in more than 60 locations across North America.

Also read: Earth Day 2024: Google Maps and Search offer an easy way to find electric vehicle charging stations

The setup process is simple and requires only a QR code to easily connect to your TV and your hotel’s Wi-Fi network. Apple assures users of privacy and security, emphasizing that all connections to the TV are automatically deleted at checkout.

Also read: Google Maps beta launches potentially life-saving satellite connectivity feature

The launch of AirPlay in hotel rooms marks Apple’s fulfillment of a promise made at WWDC 2023, albeit later than expected. As this feature becomes easier to use, one can hope to expand it to more countries and hotel brands in the future, with the potential for integration of other streaming standards such as Chromecast and Miracast. Currently, interested parties can find the full list of supported hotels on the IHG website.