Why TikTok doesn’t work on Xiaomi TV directly – and how to get around it
Broadcasting TikTok to Xiaomi’s big screen is a tricky task. TV It does not exist: it is not in the Google Play Store for Android TV, Not at the Mi brand store. TV. At the same time, the demand for watching short videos on TV is growing: according to Statista, 68% of smartphone users have at least once tried to bring content from social networks to the Internet. TV-screen.
In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods for broadcasting TikTok on Xiaomi TV (including Mi TV 4S/5X, Redmi Smart TV and Mi Box S models). Each method is tested on current firmware MIUI TV 3.0+ and Android TV 11/12.
- 🔄 How to use Miracast without lags (even on older TVs)
- 📱 Why Google Chromecast is Unstable with TikTok – and How to Fix It
- 🔌 What cables and adapters are needed for direct connection (spoiler: not all) USB-C equally!)
- 🛠️ How to bypass the broadcast lock in the TikTok application itself
Important: the methods differ in video latency, picture quality and connection stability, and at the end of this article, we have a comparative table that will help you choose the best option for your Xiaomi model.
Method 1: Wireless streaming via Miracast (built-in feature Xiaomi)
Miracast is a wireless screen standard that all Xiaomi TVs on Android TV 9.0 and later support, with the main advantage of not requiring additional hardware (unlike the Chromecast) and a minimum latency of around 50-100ms.
To stream TikTok via Miracast:
- On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Wireless display.
- Enable the Miracast option (some models called Wireless Display).
- On your smartphone (Android/iOS) lower the notification curtain and tap the screen broadcast icon (or Screen Mirroring).
- Choose your Xiaomi TV from the list of devices.
⚠️ Note: On iPhone (iOS), Miracast only works through third-party apps like ApowerMirror, a standard feature of AirPlay with Xiaomi TV Android is not a problem, but some firmware. MIUI You may need to enable Developer Mode and activate Wi-Fi Debugging.
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Method 2: Chromecast – Why TikTok blocks streaming and how to get around it
Google Chromecast is a popular way of streaming, but TikTok is a caveat, because TikTok actively blocks the Cast feature, which is designed to protect content from unauthorized distribution.
Bypass:
- 📱 Use screen duplication via Google Home: Install the Google Home app on your smartphone. Connect Chromecast (or the built-in Google Cast in Xiaomi) TV) To the same Wi-Fi network. In Google Home, select your TV → Broadcast.
TikTok via browser
- Open tv.tiktok.com in Chrome on your phone.
- Click Share → Broadcast and select Chromecast.
Compare Miracast and Chromecast for TikTok:
| Parameter | Miracast | Chromecast |
|---|---|---|
| Video delay | 50-100 ms | 200-500 ms. |
| Image quality | Up to 4K@30Hz. | Up to 1080p@60Hz |
| Support for iOS | Only through third-party applications | Full (via Google Home) |
| Blocking TikTok | No. | Yes (costs screen duplication) |
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If the video is slowing down when streaming via Chromecast, try reducing the screen resolution of your smartphone to 720p in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → Assembly Number → tap 7 times).
Method 3: Direct HDMI Connection – What Cable Is Needed for Xiaomi TV
If wireless methods cause lags, HDMI-Connectivity is the most stable option. But there are nuances:
- 📱 For modern smartphones (Xiaomi) 12/13/14, Redmi Note 11/12) need an adapter USB-C → HDMI DisplayPort Alt Mode: Cheap Chinese adapters often don't transmit sound!
- 🔌 On Xiaomi TV, use the port HDMI 2.0/2.1 (usually marked ARC or eARC for support 4K@60Hz.
- ⚡ In the phone settings, turn on Developer Mode → Simulate an external display and select the resolution supported by your TV (for example, 1920×1080).
⚠️ Note: When connecting through HDMI battery charge is enough 1.5-2 (Even if the phone shows Charging) Use the port adapter USB-C PD simultaneous charging and broadcasting.
What Adapters Work With Xiaomi
Method 4: Broadcasting via Mi Box or Android TV-prefix
If you have a Mi Box S or other set-top box on Android TV, you can install alternative TikTok viewing apps:
- 🌐 TV Bro – browser with support for tv.tiktok.com and control from the remote.
- 📺 ApowerMirror – duplicates the screen of the smartphone on the TV Wi-Fi (similar to Miracast, but with greater stability).
- 🎮 Steam Link – If you have a PC, you can stream TikTok via your browser on your computer.