Intel Wireless Display

Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) is an advanced software service that enables users running a wide array of modern Intel processors (both on desktops and laptops) to wirelessly transport desktop audio/video feed of various applications and multimedia files, such as music and movies, straight to the compatible TV in your surroundings.

⚠️ Note: This product is not being developed anymore. Try Intel Unison.

By installing this driver package, you can unlock the full power of your home hardware and enable effortless sharing of your desktop area without any wires to a compatible TV, or through the use of the adapter with other monitors and TVs.



In addition to accessing your desktop/laptop multimedia content on your big TV, owners of the Intel WiDi Widget could also take greater control over your remote PC hardware, with the ability to, for example, check your email during active movie streaming sessions.

Essentially, with WiDi, you can transform your TV into a second monitor that is connected to your desktop PC or laptop completely wirelessly!

Since its introduction in 2010, Intel Wireless Display “WiDi” technology has improved immensely and has gained much-requested features such as support for touch, 3D content, streaming of DVD and Blu-ray content, compatibility with 5GHz Wi-Fi standard, and resolution support up to 4K Ultra HD.

The active development of WiDi technology was discontinued by Intel in 2015 when this company announced that its efforts would move toward supporting competing Miracast standards developed by Wi-Fi Alliance, and which were natively supported by modern versions of Windows.

Features and Highlights

• Easily transform your TV into a new monitor for your desktop PC or laptop.
• Connect your Intel-based CPUs with integrated graphics cards to any number of compatible Smart TVs, phones, and DLNA devices.
• Broadcast audio/video content to your big home TV.
• Stream video files in stunning 4K resolution.
• Includes compatibility with tablets and mobile phones.
• Take control over your PC apps directly from your TV.
• 100% FREE

Installation and Use

To take advantage of Intel Wireless Display technologies, you first need to check if you are meeting all the necessary hardware and software requirements, such as CPU generation, presence of a modern Intel integrated GPU (with accompanying driver release), compatible versions of Windows (Windows 7 and newer), and a compatible wireless adapter.

All these requirements will be presented to you when you download and start the installation package that weighs a bit over 120MB.

If these requirements are met, you will be presented with a very straightforward installation procedure where all you need to do is follow on-screen instructions and perform a full restart of your Windows PC.

The configuration window of the Intel WiDi driver features a single screen that will automatically try to detect all the available displays and devices to which you can send a real-time video feed of your desktop or app surface.

The list of compatible devices can include nearby DLNA devices, which can detect and play back your multimedia files with ease. You can easily overview the connection status for each device, the current mode of operation, and the strength of the wireless signal.

FAQs

What was Intel Wireless Display used for?
Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) was a technology that allowed users to stream their PC screen wirelessly to a TV or external display. It was commonly used for presentations, media streaming, and screen mirroring without HDMI cables.

Is Intel Wireless Display still supported?
No. Intel Wireless Display has been discontinued and is no longer developed or supported. Intel officially ended the project and transitioned users toward standard technologies.

What replaced Intel Wireless Display?
WiDi was effectively replaced by Miracast, which is now built into Windows and many modern TVs, offering similar functionality without requiring Intel-specific software.

PROS

• Wireless transmission of desktop audio/video.
• Effortless sharing with compatible devices.
• Control remote PC hardware during streaming.
• Improved features, including 4K support.

CONS

• Discontinued development.
• Transition to supporting Miracast standards.
• Specific hardware and software requirements for use.