Chapter 5

AirPlay and Bluetooth

In this chapter, we will show you how to connect your iPod touch with any AirPlay– or Bluetooth–compatible device, whether it's an Apple TV, stereo speakers, or a wireless headset.

Understanding AirPlay

AirPlay is Apple's proprietary video and audio streaming protocol. AirPlay works over your local home, school, or office Wi-Fi network. Before you can use AirPlay with the iPod touch, you have to make sure all your devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

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AirPlay Devices That Work with the iPod touch

At the time of writing, only the 2010 model Apple TV supports AirPlay video streaming. With it, you can ...

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