How to duplicate the screen of the iPhone on the TV Xiaomi: all the ways from AirPlay to HDMI

Broadcasting your iPhone to Xiaomi TV’s big screen opens up new possibilities, from viewing high-resolution photos to streaming games or presentations. However, users often face compatibility issues — not all Xiaomi models support native AirPlay, and alternative methods require additional devices or settings. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of duplication, including bypassing the restrictions for older TVs and Mi Box consoles.

While Apple and Xiaomi share different ecosystems, they can be connected via air or cable, depending on the TV model, iOS version and availability of additional hardware, for example, Xiaomi TV A2 or Q2 owners are more fortunate – these models support AirPlay 2 out of the box, and for the Mi TV 4S 2018 release will require a workaround.

In the article you will find:

• 🔹 Official methods (AirPlay, HDMI) with step-by-step instructions
• 🔹 Alternative methods for TVs without AirPlay (Miracast, third-party apps)
• 🔹 Common errors and their solutions (no sound, no lag, no device on the list)
• 🔹 Comparative Table of Methods for Speed, Quality and Requirements

1.Duplicate via AirPlay (for compatible Xiaomi models)

AirPlay 2 is the easiest and best way to stream the iPhone screen on Xiaomi TV, but it only works on new models with MIUI TV version 3.0 and higher.

• 📺 Xiaomi TV A2 (all diagonals, 2023)
• 📺 Xiaomi TV Q2 (QLED- Series, 2023-2026)
• 📺 Xiaomi TV ES 2022 (after the firmware update)
• 📺 Mi TV 6 OLED (AirPlay manual activation required)

To begin the broadcast:

1. Make sure that your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (5GHz is preferred).
2. On your TV, open Settings → Connection and Sharing → AirPlay and turn on the option.
3. On iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner (or up on models with the Home button) to open Control Point.
4. Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.

If the TV is not on the list, check:

• 🔄 Whether the TV firmware is updated (current version MIUI TV is not lower than 3.2.1).
• 🔌 Whether VPN or proxy devices on iPhone are disabled (they can block local device detection).
• 📶 Whether a single subnet is used (e.g., both devices must have IP form 192.168.1.x).

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If there is no audio after connecting, check the audio output settings on your iPhone: Settings → Sounds and tactile signals → Sound output and select the TV.

2. HDMI wired connection (for all iPhone and Xiaomi models)

If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay, the most reliable way is to use a Lightning/USB-C → HDMI adapter, which works on all iPhone models (5 to 15 Pro Max) and any Xiaomi TVs, including the old Mi TV 3 or Mi Box.

You'll need:

• 🔌 Original Apple adapter (e.g., Lightning Digital AV Adapter for iPhone up to 14 series or USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter for iPhone 15).Warning: Cheap Chinese counterparts often don't support output in 4K and give artifacts.
• 📺 HDMI- cable (preferably a version of 2.0 to support 4K@60Hz).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the iPhone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV via HDMI (use HDMI 2.0 or ARC port for better quality).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate signal source (Source or Input button on the remote).
4. The iPhone screen is automatically duplicated. To change the resolution, go to Settings → Screen and brightness → Screen resolution.

Advantages of the method:

• ⚡ No delays (ideal for games or video).
• 🎮 Support for HDR and Dolby Vision (on compatible TVs).
• 🔒 Works without Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Warning: On an iPhone 13/14/15, when connected via HDMI, charging may be turned off. Use the USB-C port adapter to charge simultaneously.

3. Wireless streaming via Miracast (for TVs without AirPlay)

Miracast is a universal wireless broadcast standard that almost all Xiaomi TVs support except the oldest models. However, the iPhone does not have built-in Miracast support, so you will need an intermediary – a console or a special application.

Implementation options:

• 📦 Through a set-top box (e.g., Mi Box S or Nvidia Shield): Connect the set-top box to the TV, then use a duplicate app (e.g., ApowerMirror).
• 📱 Through the app on your TV: install Screen Mirroring Receiver from Google Play (if TV on Android TV).
• 🖥️ Through PC: stream your iPhone screen to your computer (via QuickTime Player) and then from your PC to your TV on Miracast.

Instructions for the Mi Box S:

1. Install the ApowerMirror or TeamViewer QuickSupport app.
2. On your iPhone, install the appropriate app (e.g., ApowerMirror).
3. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
4. In the iPhone app, select M (Mirror) and connect to the Mi Box.

Limitations of the method:

• ⏳ Delay to 1-2 seconds (not suitable for dynamic gaming).
• 📶 Stable Wi-Fi is required (with a weak signal it will lag).
• 🔊 The sound can be transmitted separately (you need to connect a Bluetooth speaker).

4. Use of third-party applications (for any models)

If neither AirPlay nor Miracast are available, you can use specialized applications, which work on a server-client principle: one application is installed on a TV (or console), the other on an iPhone.

Top.-3 tested applications:

How to set up LetsView:

1. Download LetsView to your TV from Google Play (or via APK if the TV is not a store).
2. Install the app on your iPhone from the App Store.
3. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
4. On your iPhone, click Screen Mirroring and select the TV from the list.

⚠️ Warning: Apps like ApowerMirror can request access to notifications and files. Denie access to unnecessary data (such as contacts or photos) to avoid leakage.

5. bypassing restrictions on older Xiaomi TVs (2018 and earlier)

Owners of the 2016-2018 Mi TV 3/4S often face a lack of support for modern protocols.

• 🔄 Update firmware to the latest version (even if the TV does not support AirPlay, newer versions of MIUI TV can add compatibility with DLNA).
• 📡 Using a DLNA- server (e.g., the BubbleUPnP app on iPhone + VLC on a TV).
• 🖥️ Intermediate PC: Transmit the iPhone screen to your computer via QuickTime and then from PC to TV via HDMI or Miracast.

Instructions for DLNA:

1. Install the BubbleUPnP app on your iPhone.
2. On the TV, open a VLC or built-in media player.
3. In BubbleUPnP, select a file to broadcast and send it to the TV.

Limitations:

• 🎬 You can only broadcast media files (not the entire screen).
• 🔊 Sound and video may not be synchronized.

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For TVs older than the 2018, the only reliable way to duplicate the entire screen is to wire-wire through the HDMI- adapter or use a mid-range console (Mi Box, Fire Stick).

6. Solving common problems

Even with the right setup, you can get errors.

Problem 1: The TV doesn’t appear on the AirPlay list

• 🔌 Check if the developer mode on the TV is on (Settings → About TV → Version MIUI TV – press 7 times).
• 📡 Reboot your router (sometimes changing your Wi-Fi channel from automatic to fixed, such as 6 or 11, helps).
• 🔄 Update your TV firmware through Settings → System Update.

Problem 2: Lags and stutters during broadcasting

• 📶 Switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi (2.4GHz is often overloaded).
• 📱 Close your iPhone background apps (especially instant messengers and streaming services).
• 🔌 Connect the TV to the router via Ethernet (if supported).

Problem 3: No sound when dubbing

• 🔊 On your iPhone, check Settings → Sounds → Output.
• 🔌 If you use HDMI, try another port on your TV (e.g., HDMI ARC).
• 📻 For Miracast, connect the Bluetooth speaker to the TV.

7. Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

The choice of the duplication method depends on your tasks and equipment.

Selection recommendations:

• 🎮 For games: HDMI-only adapter (no delays).
• 🎥 For movies: AirPlay or HDMI (maximum quality).
• 📸 For presentations: Miracast or third-party applications.
• 🏠 For older TVs: wired or intermediate set-top box.

FAQ: Frequent questions