How to cast from iPhone to TV

There are several ways to cast from your iPhone to a TV, depending on your TV’s capabilities and your preferences:

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

  • Requirements:
    • Apple TV or a smart TV with AirPlay 2 support.
    • Both your iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Steps:
    • Ensure AirPlay is enabled in your TV’s settings.
    • Open Control Center on your iPhone (swipe down from the top-right corner).
    • Tap “Screen Mirroring.”
    • Select your TV from the list.
    • Enter the AirPlay code displayed on your TV if prompted.

2. Using a Streaming Device (e.g., Chromecast, Roku, Amazon Fire TV):

  • Requirements:
    • A Chromecast, Roku, or Amazon Fire TV device connected to your TV.
    • Both your iPhone and the streaming device must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
    • The appropriate app for the device (Google Home for Chromecast, Roku app, BJCast app).

  • Steps:
    • Install and open the appropriate app on your iPhone.
    • Follow the app’s instructions to connect to your streaming device.
    • Some apps, like YouTube or Netflix, have built-in casting buttons. Tap the casting button within the app to send the content to your TV.
    • To mirror your entire screen, you will use the apps features to do so.

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

  • Requirements:
    • A Lightning Digital AV Adapter (Apple-branded or compatible).
    • An HDMI cable.
    • An HDMI port on your TV.
  • Steps:
    • Connect the Lightning adapter to your iPhone’s charging port.
    • Connect the HDMI cable to the adapter and your TV.
    • Switch your TV to the corresponding HDMI input.