It uses P2P architecture using a Wi-Fi standard called Wi-Fi Direct for peer-to-peer wireless connections. The Adapter can directly plug into the HDMI or USB port to enable it. Now adapters are available to help the devices that do not have built-in Miracast support connect with the certified devices. The certified devices can communicate between themselves regardless of the manufacturer. Wi-Fi alliance launched its certification program for Miracast. The major drawback of its Certification is it does not mandate a maximum latency. Wi-Fi Alliance, the registered trademark Wi-Fi owner, first introduced it in 2012. Since it uses HDMI, it replaces the cable between the source device and display. It is the latest wireless connection standard for sending and receiving data signals between devices.