iPad Air 2 to HDMI connector?

[G-Ziss]

I found one:

https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Lightn...8&qid=1483901094&sr=8-1&keywords=ipad+to+hdmi

But this is awfully expensive at $45. I had one for my old ipad (ipad 2nd gen) and I don't recall it being nearly that expensive.

Is there another one that is less expensive but still works well?

 

[Meister]

https://www.amazon.com/1080P-Adapter-Cable-iPhone-Itouch/dp/B00A6Q596I

 

[G-Ziss]

Thanks, but that doesn't work with my model ipad.

 

[Brookzy]

It's expensive because there's a lot going on in that cable. Lightning doesn't have a native video out, so the cable is taking a data stream and using it to produce its own video signal. It's almost like a little primitive version of an Apple TV in that cable! This is why it is hard to find a third party alternative. Dock Connector to HDMI is a straight cable connection with no complex processing which is why the cable was cheaper and third party options available. However, on eBay or at a local electronics store you may find used or open box ones for less.

 

[G-Ziss]

What about something like this?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lightning-t...384739?hash=item5440cc50e3:g:O5IAAOSw5cNYUlRG

Would this be any good? Based on the seller's feedback, it seems like other buyers were happy with it.