how to cast from iphone to tv

how to cast from iphone to tv

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To cast from your iPhone to a TV, there are several methods depending on your TV's compatibility and the equipment you have:

  1. Using AirPlay (wireless, for compatible smart TVs and Apple TV):

    • Make sure your iPhone and TV (or Apple TV) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
    • On your iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner to open Control Center.
    • Tap "Screen Mirroring."
    • Select your TV or Apple TV from the list.
    • Your iPhone screen will be mirrored on the TV.
    • To stop mirroring, open Control Center again, tap "Screen Mirroring," and select "Stop Mirroring."
      (Works best with Apple TVs or AirPlay-compatible smart TVs.)
  2. Using an HDMI cable (wired connection):

    • Use a Lightning to HDMI adapter (for older iPhones) or USB-C to HDMI adapter (newer iPhones).
    • Connect the adapter to your iPhone and an HDMI cable from the adapter to your TV.
    • Switch your TV input to the HDMI port in use.
    • Your iPhone screen will display on the TV.
  3. Using devices like Chromecast or Roku:

    • For Chromecast:
      • Connect the Chromecast device to your TV and set it up with the Google Home app on your iPhone.
      • Open a compatible app (like YouTube), tap the cast icon, and select your Chromecast device.
    • For Roku:
      • Open Control Center on your iPhone and tap "Screen Mirroring."
      • Select your Roku TV or device from the list.
    • Some apps might require a third-party app for screen mirroring.
  4. Using third-party apps (if your TV is not AirPlay compatible):

    • Apps like AirBeamTV let you mirror your iPhone screen to Android TVs or other smart TVs without AirPlay.

Note: Your phone and TV should be on the same Wi-Fi network for wireless casting methods. Some streaming apps may block screen mirroring due to copyright restrictions. This outlines the main common ways to cast from an iPhone to a TV, covering wireless, wired, and device-based methods.

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