This is probably a stupid question but if I subscribe to the Netflix plan that includes 4k, will that be noticeable on iPad Air 2? I don't have a 4K TV but I do watch Netflix on my iPad sometimes.
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iPad Air 2 4k??
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The screen on your device is too small to make any noticeable difference.
You might see some difference. Your iPad only can reach a certain resolution. 4K is well above that.
Short answer:
No Apple device is listed as compatible with Netflix Ultra HD 4K.
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444
Long answer:
4K media does look better at lower resolution.
You'll need a supported device and HDCP 2.2 compliant display.
Best low cost device for 4K media is $69 Chromecast Ultra.
Best versatile ARM device for 4K media and gaming is $199+ Nvidia Shield TV.
Ultimate device for everything is Windows 10 device with Kaby Lake iGPU. Or, non-Kaby Lake CPU with Nvidia GTX 1050Ti or higher dGPU. If using an external display it needs to be HDCP 2.2 compliant.
No Apple device is listed as compatible with Netflix Ultra HD 4K.
https://help.netflix.com/en/node/13444
Long answer:
4K media does look better at lower resolution.
You'll need a supported device and HDCP 2.2 compliant display.
Best low cost device for 4K media is $69 Chromecast Ultra.
Best versatile ARM device for 4K media and gaming is $199+ Nvidia Shield TV.
Ultimate device for everything is Windows 10 device with Kaby Lake iGPU. Or, non-Kaby Lake CPU with Nvidia GTX 1050Ti or higher dGPU. If using an external display it needs to be HDCP 2.2 compliant.