Belkin’s new HDMI adapter wirelessly connects to screens from 130 feet
Belkin announced a new wireless display adapter that works without the need for a Wi-Fi network. The ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter includes a USB-C transmitter that you connect to devices like laptops, tablets and phones, as well as an HDMI receiver that plugs into a display. You don’t need to install any drivers or stick to compatible apps, and Belkin says the adapter’s range maxes out at 131 feet, so you can use it in a hotel room crash or for presenting via a remote projector in a conference room.
The wireless adapter, which is expected to be available in “select markets” starting in the first quarter of 2026 for $149.99, isn’t as convenient as Apple AirPlay or Google Cast, but it’s not limited to devices that support those protocols. As long as the source device can deliver a video signal over USB-C and the display you’re connecting to has HDMI, you can wirelessly send 1080P/60Hz video between the two. You’ll just need to make sure the HDMI receiver has access to a USB-A port for power.
The adapter’s 5GHz wireless connection works through walls, although range and reliability may be reduced depending on their thickness or composition. You can also connect up to eight transmitters to a single receiver and switch between them to avoid having to swap receivers connected to a projector or TV installed in a hard-to-reach location.
