How to connect iPhone to the TV Xiaomi Mi TV – all ways with photos and videos

Connecting an iPhone to a Xiaomi Mi TV opens up new possibilities, from viewing photos on a large screen to streaming high-resolution videos. However, many users face difficulties - the TV does not find the device, there are problems with sound or the image is slowing down. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of connection, including wireless and wired methods, and also explain how to avoid typical errors.

It is important to understand that not all Xiaomi Mi TV models support AirPlay directly, depending on the year of release and firmware version. For example, Mi TV 4S and later (2020+) are usually compatible with Apple AirPlay 2, and older models will require workarounds. We tested all methods on the iPhone 13 Pro and Xiaomi Mi TV Q2 55, but the instructions will also fit for other versions.

If you want to stream content from apps like YouTube or Netflix, not just duplicate the screen, some of the ways are more effective than others, like Screen Mirroring over Wi-Fi Direct, which has minimal latency, but requires a stable signal. HDMI-The adapter guarantees maximum quality, but limits mobility.

1. Connect via AirPlay (for compatible Xiaomi Mi TV models)

The easiest way is to use the built-in AirPlay 2 support if your TV supports it, which allows you to stream the iPhone screen without additional devices, but only works on Mi TVs with MIUI TV 3.0 firmware and higher (usually models of 2020 and later).

To check compatibility, go to the settings of the TV: Settings → Devices → Apple AirPlay. If there is no item, your model does not support the function, and you need to choose another way.

• 📱 On iPhone, swipe down to open Control Point.
• 🔍 Click on the Screen Mirroring icon (or Screen Replay").
• 📺 In the list of available devices, select your Xiaomi Mi TV.
• 🔐 When you first connect to the TV will appear code – enter it on the iPhone.

If the TV is not on the list, make sure that:

• 🔄 Both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (guest networks will not work).
• 🔒 On the TV enabled Apple AirPlay mode in the settings.
• 📶 Wi-Fi signal stable (with a weak signal, lags are possible).

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If AirPlay is running with delays, try reconnecting to a 5GHz Wi-Fi network – this reduces interference and improves ping.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi Mi models TV After updating the firmware AirPlay may disappear from the menu, in this case, resetting the network settings will help: → Network → Resetting network settings.

2. Wireless broadcast via Wi-Fi Direct (Miracast)

If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay, the alternative is Miracast technology, which runs on most Xiaomi Mi TVs (including 2018-2019 models), a method that doesn’t require a router, as the connection is established directly between the iPhone and the TV.

But there's a caveat: the iPhone doesn't support Miracast at the system level, and to get around that, you'll need a third-party app like Screen Mirroring for Miracast or ApowerMirror, and we recommend ApowerMirror, which is more stable with Xiaomi.

• 📲 Install ApowerMirror from the App Store.
• 📺 On the TV, turn on Wi-Fi Direct: Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct.
• 🔗 In the iPhone app, select your Mi TV list.
• 🔄 Confirm the connection on the TV (entry may be required) PIN-code).

The advantage of this method is minimal latency (about 50-100 ms), which is important for gaming or watching videos. However, image quality can deteriorate when the signal is weak.

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3. a wired connection through HDMI-adapter (best quality)

If you need the highest quality of the image (for example, to watch movies in the video). 4K HDR or games, the best option is a wired connection through HDMI-It's gonna take an adapter:

• ⚡ Lightning → HDMI Adapter (official from Apple or certified analogue).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (preferably version 2.0 or higher for support) 4K).

The connection takes less than a minute:

1. Connect the adapter to the iPhone.
2. Connect. HDMI-cable to adapter and TV (port) HDMI 1/ARC preferably).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (HDMI 1).

This method ensures that:

• 🎬 Permission before 4K@60 Hz (if supported by a TV).
• 🔊 Latency-free audio transmission (including Dolby Atmos if the TV supports).
• 🎮 Minimum lag for gaming (an important plus for Apple Arcade or cloud gaming).

⚠️ Note: Cheap, uncertified adapters may not transmit sound or only support 1080p. Check compatibility before buying – look for the label “MFi Certified” (Made for iPhone).

4. Broadcasting via DLNA (for media files)

If you only need to stream photos, videos or music to your TV (without screen duplication), DLNA will work. It works over a local network and is supported by most Xiaomi Mi TVs.

1. Make sure that your TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On the TV, turn on DLNA: Settings → Network → DLNA.
3. On your iPhone, install a media server application, such as VLC or Infuse.
4. In the application, select the file to broadcast and specify Mi TV as the output device.

Advantages of DLNA:

• 🎵 Support for most formats (including: MKV, FLAC).
• 📁 Ability to broadcast entire folders (for example, a photo album).

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 No screen duplication, only media files.
• 🐢 Possible delays in heavy file playback (4K HDR).

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5. Use of Apple TV (for console owners)

If you have an Apple TV, Connecting iPhone to Xiaomi Mi TV It's a trivial task. It's enough to connect Apple. TV TV-wise HDMI, then:

• 📱 On iPhone, open Control Point and select Screen Mirroring.
• 🖥️ The list of devices will appear your Apple TV — Choose her.
• 🔐 If necessary, enter PIN-TV-screen.

This method yields:

• 🎮 Support for Apple Arcade and games with gamepads.
• 📺 The ability to stream content from Apple TV+, Netflix, Disney+ maximum.
• 🔊 The sound transmission in Dolby Atmos formats and DTS:X (if supported by a television).

⚠️ Note: When using Apple TV 4K Make sure that the settings of the TV are on mode HDMI 2.1 (if supported, otherwise 4K@120 Hz won't work.

6 Problem Solving: What to Do When the Connection Fails

Even with the right setup, you can get errors, and here are the typical problems and solutions.

• 🔴 TV not visible on device list: Check if the TV is on Apple AirPlay or Wi-Fi Direct. Restart router - sometimes DHCP-The server is giving out incorrect IP-Turn off Low Power Mode on your iPhone, which can block background processes.
• 🔊 No sound when connected to HDMI: In the iPhone settings, check that the sound is transmitted to an external device: Settings → Sounds. → Sound output. Try another one. HDMI-cable (sometimes faulty contact).
• 📶 Image slows or breaks: Switch the router to 5 GHz (less interference); Close background apps on iPhones that consume traffic; Reduce the resolution of the broadcast in the app settings (e.g., in ApowerMirror).

If nothing helps, try resetting network settings on your TV: Settings → System → Reset → Network settings reset.

7. Alternative broadcasting applications

If the built-in methods don't work, you can use third-party apps, and we tested a few options:

LetsView, for example, is a good presentation tool, as it allows you to stream not only the screen, but also the webcam from the iPhone to the TV, and AirScreen emulates the AirPlay receiver even on older Xiaomi Mi TV models.

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For stable streaming through apps, prefer those that support hardware coding (such as ApowerMirror), which reduces the load on the iPhone processor and reduces the lag.

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