How to transfer the screen from iPhone to Xiaomi TV: all the ways from AirPlay to HDMI

Do you want to show pictures of your vacation on the big screen, run a mobile game on Xiaomi Mi TV, or have a presentation straight from your iPhone? Duplicating your smartphone screen on your TV solves these problems in minutes. But how do you do it right if you have different brands of technology — Apple and Xiaomi?

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to transfer images from the iPhone (including models from the iPhone 6s to the iPhone 15 Pro Max) to Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A Pro series, Redmi Smart TV, Mi TV Q2 and others).

• 🔹 What methods work without lags (and why some can brake)
• 🔹 How to get around Apple's restrictions on streaming videos from DRM (Netflix, Disney+)
• 🔹 Why the TV can’t see the iPhone and how to fix it in 2 minutes
• 🔹 Hidden settings in Mi TV that speed up connection

Spoiler: The most reliable way is to use Apple's original 4K HDR Lightning-HDMI adapter, but it will cost between 5,000 and 7,000 rubles. However, there are free alternatives! Read on to find the best option for your model.

1. Wireless duplication via AirPlay (the best way for new models)

Apple’s AirPlay technology allows you to transfer your iPhone screen to your TV over Wi-Fi wirelessly, the main condition is that your Xiaomi TV must support AirPlay (this is the 2019 model and the newer one with MIUI TV 3.0+ firmware).

How to check for AirPlay support on your TV:

1. Open Settings → Network and Devices → Apple AirPlay.
2. If you have a point, your TV is compatible. If you don't, move on to the next one.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network (important!).
2. On your TV, turn on AirPlay: Settings → Network and Devices → Apple AirPlay → Enable.
3. On iPhone, swipe down from the top right corner (for Face ID models) or up from the bottom edge (for Touch ID models) to open Control Point.
4. Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your Xiaomi TV from the list.
5. If necessary, enter PIN-code that will appear on the TV screen.

Are devices connected to a single Wi-Fi network?

Updated TV firmware to MIUI TV 3.0+

Is AirPlay enabled in Xiaomi TV settings?

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⚠️ Warning: If the image on the TV slows down, try:

• 📶 Reconnect to Wi-Fi at 5GHz (less interference).
• 🔌 Connect your iPhone to charging (saves battery life).
• 🔄 Reboot the TV and smartphone.

2 Wired Connection via Lightning-HDMI Adapter (for 4K and games)

If you want the best image quality (for example, to watch movies in 4K HDR or stream games), wired method is the best choice.

• 🔌 Original Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter (around 5000–7000 ₽) or certified analogue (from 2000 ₽).
• 📺 HDMI- Cable (preferably with HDMI 2.0 support for 4K).

How to connect:

1. Connect the adapter to the iPhone.
2. Insert the HDMI- cable into the adapter and into the HDMI IN port on your TV (it is advisable to use a port marked ARC or HDMI 2.0).
3. On the Xiaomi TV remote, select the appropriate signal source (SOURCE or INPUT button).

⚠️ Warning: If a message "Unsupported format" appears on the TV screen, try:

1. Reboot your iPhone with an adapter connected. 2. Check that the HDMI- cable supports the desired resolution (e.g., a High Speed cable HDMI is required for 4K). 3. In your TV settings (Settings → Image → Mode HDMI), select PC instead of AV.

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If the adapter is not detected, try connecting it via the externally powered USB-Hab – sometimes the iPhone does not have enough power to transmit the signal.

3.Using Miracast (AirPlay alternative for older models)

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support AirPlay (like 2018 or older models), you can try Miracast technology.It’s a universal wireless screen transmission standard, but it doesn’t work on all iPhones.

Which iPhones support Miracast?

Officially, none. Apple is blocking Miracast at iOS level, but there are workarounds:

• 📱 Use third-party applications (e.g., ApowerMirror or LetsView).
• 🖥️ Connect via PC or Mac as an intermediary (e.g., via AirServer or Reflector).

Instructions via ApowerMirror:

1. Download ApowerMirror to your TV (via Google Play on Mi TV with Android TV).
2. On your iPhone, install the same app from the App Store.
3. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
4. Run the app on the TV, select "Accept".
5. On your iPhone, click “Start stream” and select your Xiaomi TV.

⚠️ Attention: With this connection, it is possible to:

• 🐢 Image delay (up to 1-2 seconds).
• 🎵 No sound (solved by connecting a separate Bluetooth speaker).
• 🔒 Blocking DRM- content (Netflix, Apple TV+ will not be broadcasted).

4. Connect via Apple TV (for console owners)

If you have an Apple TV (any model), you can use it as a bridge to transfer the iPhone screen to Xiaomi TV. This method provides minimal latency and supports 4K HDR.

What you need:

• 📦 Apple TV (connected to a TV via HDMI).
• 📶 iPhone and Apple TV on the same Wi-Fi network.

How to connect:

1. Turn on the Apple TV and select the appropriate HDMI source on the TV.
2. On the iPhone, open the Control Point and press Screen Duplication.
3. Select your Apple TV from the list.
4. If necessary, enter PIN-TV-screen.

✅ The advantages of this method are:

• 🎮 Gamepad games (e.g. Call of Duty Mobile or Genshin Impact) are supported.
• 🎬 No problem with DRM- content (Netflix, Apple TV+ work).
• 🔊 Sound is transmitted automatically.

⚠️ Warning: If the image is cropped at the edges, go to Apple's settings TV:

Settings → Video and sound → Screen settings → Set up

And manually adjust the boundaries for your Xiaomi TV.

5. Connect via DLNA (for photos, videos and music)

If you only need to transfer media (photos, videos, music) and not the entire screen, you can use the DLNA protocol. It works on all Xiaomi TVs and does not require additional devices.

How to set up:

1. On your TV, turn on DLNA: Settings → Network and Devices → Media Sharing → Enable.
2. On your iPhone, install an app for DLNA, such as VLC or LocalCast.
3. In the app, select a file to play and click "Play on..." then select your Xiaomi TV.

📌 Limitations DLNA:

• 🚫 Does not transmit the entire screen (only individual files).
• 🎵 Not all video formats are supported (e.g., ProRes or Dolby Vision may not be played).
• 📂 You need to download files on your iPhone in advance (cloud streaming doesn’t always work).

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DLNA is the easiest way to show photos or videos from your iPhone on Xiaomi TV, but it’s not suitable for real-time screen duplication (like for games or presentations).

6.The solution to the problem: the TV can't see the iPhone

If none of these methods work, check out these points:

⚠️ Warning: If you're using VPN on an iPhone, turn it off before you connect. Some VPN block local connections via AirPlay or Miracast protocols.

If the problem persists, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

Settings → System → Reset → Reset Network Settings

7. Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

💡 Tip: If you often connect your iPhone to your TV, buy a HDMI- port-hub adapter (like Baseus or Anker) that allows you to charge your smartphone and transmit images at the same time, which is convenient for long-term use.

FAQ: Frequent questions