Unlock the Secret to Mirroring Your iPhone to TV Without Spending a Dime on Apple TV!
Are you tired of watching your favorite shows or videos on your iPhone’s small screen? Would you like to share your viewing experience with friends and family on a larger screen? Well, we have good news for you! With a few simple steps, you can mirror your iPhone to your TV without spending a dime on Apple TV.
There are several ways to mirror your iPhone to your TV, but we’ll focus on two of the most effective methods that require no additional hardware or cords.
Method 1: Use AirPlay with an Apple device
This method uses Apple’s proprietary technology, AirPlay, to mirror your iPhone to your TV. Note that both your iPhone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for this to work.
Make sure your TV is turned on and set to the correct HDMI input.
Swipe down from the upper right corner of your iPhone to access the Control Center.
Tap the “Screen Mirroring” icon.
Select your TV from the list of available devices.
Enter the AirPlay code that appears on your TV screen (if prompted).
Voila! Your iPhone’s screen is now mirrored on your TV.
You can use this method to watch videos, play games, and more on your TV, all while controlling everything from your iPhone.
Method 2: Use Chromecast with a non-Apple device
If you don’t have an Apple TV or an iPhone, don’t worry! You can still mirror your phone to your TV with a Google Chromecast. Keep in mind that you’ll need a non-Apple device, such as an Android phone or a laptop, for this method.
Connect your Chromecast to your TV and set it up.
Download the Google Home app on your non-Apple device.
Open the app and select your Chromecast device.
Tap the “Cast my screen” option.
Select your TV from the list of available devices.
Your phone’s screen is now mirrored on your TV.
With Chromecast, you can not only mirror your phone’s screen, but also stream videos from apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Hulu using your phone as a remote.
In conclusion, mirroring your iPhone to your TV can be done easily and without having to spend any money on Apple TV. Whether you use AirPlay or Chromecast, you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite content on a larger screen, and share the experience with those around you.
This article provides instructions and information about how to mirror your iPhone to a television without using Apple TV and includes both wired and wireless options.
What to Know
- You can mirror your iPhone to a TV using an adapter that connects your phone to your TV using an HDMI or VGA cable.You can mirror your screen wirelessly to a compatible smart TV using the Mirroring function in the Control Center.You can also use a third-party app to mirror your iPhone to your TV (but should choose a well-known app if going this route).
How to Mirror an iPhone to a Smart TV Wirelessly
You can wirelessly connect your iPhone to a smart TV as long as the TV is AirPlay 2-compatible. To find out if your TV is AirPlay 2-compatible, check with your TV manufacturer. Once you know the two are compatible, here’s how you mirror your iPhone.
- First, make sure your iPhone and smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and powered on.
- On your iPhone, swipe down from the upper right corner to open the Control Center.
- Tap Screen Mirroring.
- Select your TV from the list that appears. If a passcode appears on your TV (may happen for first-time users), enter the code on your iPhone to complete the connection.
When you’re finished mirroring your iPhone to your TV, all you have to do is go back through those steps and tap Stop Mirroring.
First, make sure your iPhone and smart TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and powered on.
On your iPhone, swipe down from the upper right corner to open the Control Center.
Tap Screen Mirroring.
Select your TV from the list that appears. If a passcode appears on your TV (may happen for first-time users), enter the code on your iPhone to complete the connection.
Using an Adapter or Cable to Mirror an iPhone to a TV (Without Apple TV)
If you don’t have a compatible TV or an Apple TV you can still mirror your iPhone to your TV but you’ll need a cable to go from your iPhone to your TV and, sometimes, you might also need an adapter to connect the cable to your iPhone.
The specific adapter you need will depend on the model iPhone you’re using as well as the available connections you have on your TV. Most commonly that will be an HDMI connection, but older TVs may require a VGA adapter instead.
Once you have the appropriate cable and adapter, all you need to do is connect your iPhone to your TV. You might need to change the TV input manually if it doesn’t automatically detect the active device. Once you seen your iPhone’s screen on the TV, you will know it’s successfully mirrored.
Using an App to Mirror Your iPhone to a TV
When using this method, you will get an exact duplicate of your iPhone screen on your television, so if you’re trying to watch a movie from your iPhone on your TV, the image might not fill the whole screen.
To use Chromecast with your iPhone, you’ll use the Google Home app to link compatible platforms. Once you’ve set it up, it’ll work similarly to AirPlay: You’ll choose the Cast icon from the app and select your Chromecast as the destination.
- How do I screen mirror my iPhone to a Samsung TV?
- If your Samsung Smart TV was manufactured in 2018 or later, you’ll likely be able to use AirPlay to mirror your iPhone screen to your TV. Tap Screen Mirroring from your iPhone’s Control Center to mirror your entire iPhone screen to your Samsung TV. From some apps, you can tap the AirPlay icon to mirror content from your iPhone to your TV. Or, connect your iPhone to your Samsung TV via an HDMI cable.
- How do I screen mirror my iPhone to a Roku TV?
- To screen mirror your iPhone to a Roku device, go to your iPhone’s Control Center and tap Screen Mirroring. Tap your Roku device from the list of options; you’ll see a code on your TV. Enter this code into your iPhone as prompted, then tap OK.
- How do I screen mirror my iPhone to an LG TV?
- If you have an LG smart TV, download the Mirror for LG Smart TV app from the App Store onto your iPhone, then launch the app. The app will search for and find your LG TV. Select your TV, then tap Start Mirroring. Next, select Mirror LG TV > Start Broadcast, and your TV will display your iPhone’s content.
- How do I mirror my iPhone to my TV without Wi-Fi?
- To mirror your iPhone to your TV without Wi-Fi, you’ll need an adapter, such as Apple’s Lightning connector. You can purchase a Lightning Digital AV Adapter directly from Apple for $49. You’ll use this adapter to connect your iPhone to an HDMI cable. Connect the HDMI cable to your TV, then connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Lightning Digital AV Adapter. Your iPhone screen will instantly be mirrored to the TV.
- How do I mirror my iPhone to a Vizio TV?
- If you have a Vizio smart TV, download the VIZIO Smart Cast Mobile app from the App Store onto your iPhone, then launch the app. When the app finds your Vizio TV, select it, then tap Pair on the Bluetooth Pairing Request pop-up. When the pairing is complete, you’ll be able to cast your iPhone’s contents to your Vizio TV.
If your Samsung Smart TV was manufactured in 2018 or later, you’ll likely be able to use AirPlay to mirror your iPhone screen to your TV. Tap Screen Mirroring from your iPhone’s Control Center to mirror your entire iPhone screen to your Samsung TV. From some apps, you can tap the AirPlay icon to mirror content from your iPhone to your TV. Or, connect your iPhone to your Samsung TV via an HDMI cable.
To screen mirror your iPhone to a Roku device, go to your iPhone’s Control Center and tap Screen Mirroring. Tap your Roku device from the list of options; you’ll see a code on your TV. Enter this code into your iPhone as prompted, then tap OK.
If you have an LG smart TV, download the Mirror for LG Smart TV app from the App Store onto your iPhone, then launch the app. The app will search for and find your LG TV. Select your TV, then tap Start Mirroring. Next, select Mirror LG TV > Start Broadcast, and your TV will display your iPhone’s content.
To mirror your iPhone to your TV without Wi-Fi, you’ll need an adapter, such as Apple’s Lightning connector. You can purchase a Lightning Digital AV Adapter directly from Apple for $49. You’ll use this adapter to connect your iPhone to an HDMI cable. Connect the HDMI cable to your TV, then connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the Lightning Digital AV Adapter. Your iPhone screen will instantly be mirrored to the TV.
If you have a Vizio smart TV, download the VIZIO Smart Cast Mobile app from the App Store onto your iPhone, then launch the app. When the app finds your Vizio TV, select it, then tap Pair on the Bluetooth Pairing Request pop-up. When the pairing is complete, you’ll be able to cast your iPhone’s contents to your Vizio TV.
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