How to cast from iPhone

Casting from your iPhone to a TV or other display can be done in a few ways, depending on what you’re casting to:

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

  • Ensure Wi-Fi Connectivity: Both your iPhone and the TV (or streaming device) must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Enable AirPlay on Your TV: If your TV supports AirPlay, enable it in the TV’s settings.
  • Open Control Center: Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPhone’s screen.
  • Tap “Screen Mirroring”: Select your TV from the list of available devices.
  • Enter the Code (if prompted): Some TVs may require you to enter a code displayed on the TV screen.

2. Using a Streaming Device (e.g., Chromecast, Roku, BJCast):

How to cast from iPhone

  • Connect to the Same Wi-Fi Network: Ensure your iPhone and the streaming device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Use a Casting App:
    • Chromecast: Use the Google Home app.
    • Roku: Use the Roku mobile app.
    • BJCast: Use the BJCast app.
  • Cast Your Screen or Content: Open the app and select your streaming device. Then, you can typically either cast your entire iPhone screen, or cast specific content from within certain apps (like YouTube or Netflix).

3. Using a Lightning Digital AV Adapter (for older TVs):

  • Connect the Adapter: Connect the Lightning Digital AV Adapter to your iPhone’s Lightning port.
  • Connect to HDMI: Connect an HDMI cable from the adapter to an available HDMI port on your TV.
  • Select the Input: Select the corresponding HDMI input on your TV’s remote.