Google has unveiled a major update to its Google+ iOS app, which was said to be in the works during the Google I/O event last month. The update to version 3.0 will give you the ability to start a Hangout from your iPad and stream it directly to your TV using Apple’s AirPlay service.

To get started, tap Hangout from the main menu, add some friends and tap Start. The new app looks much like the Android counterpart for Google+, but with a much more comfortable environment to catch up on your Google+ activity.

The Google+ app for iPad was designed with the device in mind. Your stream styles content based on popularity, type and orientation. Google has also added unique ways to interact with the app.

In addition to having full iPad support, the app now lets users pinch and expand posts right in their stream to add comments; or use two fingers to drag a post from a stream to easily re-share it.

Head over to the iTunes App Store to get the update free.