Casting from your iPhone to a TV can be done in a few ways, depending on what you’re trying to display and the devices you have available. Here’s a breakdown of the most common methods:

1. AirPlay (Best for Apple TV and AirPlay 2-compatible Smart TVs):

• Requirements:
  • Apple TV (4th generation or later) or a smart TV that supports AirPlay 2.
  • Both your iPhone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
• How to:
  • 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.
• What it does:
  • Mirrors your iPhone’s screen.
  • Streams audio and video directly.

2. Streaming Devices (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 corresponding app for the streaming device (Google Home, Roku, Amazon Fire TV).
• How to:
  • Install and open the appropriate app on your iPhone.
  • Follow the app’s instructions to connect to your streaming device.
  • Many apps (like YouTube, Netflix, etc.) 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 if it is a feature that is offered.
• What it does:
  • Streams content from supported apps.
  • Some devices and apps allow screen mirroring.

3. HDMI Adapter (For Older TVs or Wired Connections):

• Requirements:
  • A Lightning Digital AV Adapter (Apple-branded or compatible).
  • An HDMI cable.
  • An HDMI port on your TV.
• How to:
  • 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.
• What it does:
  • Mirrors your iPhone’s screen via a wired connection.