Duet Display is an app that lets you turn your iPad, and other mobile or tablet devices, into a second monitor for your Mac and PC. Developed by ex-Apple engineers, Duet Display is an easy way to turn your iOS or Android device into a high performance second display, all without lag. Duet Display was awarded #1 Product of the Day (and week, and month) on Product Hunt on December 18, 2014.
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Duet Display
Use your iPad as a second display for your Mac