How to transfer video from iPhone to Xiaomi TV: all the ways from AirPlay to cable

Transferring video from an iPhone to a Xiaomi TV may seem like a trivial task, but in practice, users face a lot of nuances: from protocol incompatibility to manufacturer restrictions. If you tried to connect via AirPlay and got an error "Device is not supported", or HDMI cable is not recognized - this article will help you understand the reasons and choose the best method.

Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV A2, P1, Q2, etc.) don’t officially support Apple AirPlay, but that doesn’t mean that video transmission is impossible. We tested 7 ways — from wireless protocols to physical adapters — and identified those that work consistently on models from 2020 to 2026.

In this article you will find:

• 🔌 Conductive techniques (HDMI, Lightning-to-USB – for maximum quality without delay.
• 📶 Wireless protocols (Miracast, DLNA, AirPlay with workarounds).
• ⚙️ Xiaomi settings TV, which are often overlooked in the instructions.
• ⚡ Comparison of transmission speed and picture quality for each method.

Before you get to the instructions, check two key things:

1. Update the firmware of the Xiaomi TV to the latest version (relevant for models older than 2022).
2. Make sure your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (for wireless methods).

1. Video transmission through HDMI-Adapter (the most stable method)

If you need to send the video in the maximum quality (including: 4K HDR) without delay, the wired method through HDMI-The adapter is still the best choice, and it works for all Xiaomi models. TV It does not require network configuration.

You'll need:

• 🔌 Lightning-to-HDMI adapter (original from Apple or certified, for example, Belkin).
• 📺 HDMI-cable 2.0 or higher 4K@60Hz).
• ⚡ Power supply for adapter (some models require plug-in).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the Lightning adapter to your iPhone.
2. Connect the adapter to the Xiaomi TV via HDMI-cable (use the port) HDMI 2.1. 4K).
3. On the TV, select the signal source: press Input on the remote and select the appropriate one. HDMI-port.
4. On the iPhone, open the video – the picture is automatically duplicated on the screen.

Challenges and solutions:

• 🔴 No image? Check that the adapter is getting power (plug charging).
• 🔴 Black screen? Reboot your iPhone and TV, then reconnect.
• 🔴 Low resolution? In iPhone settings (Settings) → Screen and brightness → Permission) select the maximum.

The adapter supports your iPhone model (compatibility list on Apple’s website)

HDMI-cable version 2.0 or higher (for 4K)

The TV is on and the correct one is selected. HDMI-port

iPhone unlocked (on a locked screen, duplication does not work)

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⚠️ Note: iPhone 15 and newer uses port USB-C These models need an adapter instead of Lightning. USB-C to HDMI (for example, Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter).

2. Wireless transmission via Miracast (built-in feature of Xiaomi TV)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard supported by most Xiaomi TVs (except the most budget models) and unlike AirPlay, it does not require Apple devices, but has limitations on quality and stability.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ No need for additional devices (works out of the box").
• ✅ It supports sound (unlike some alternative methods).
• ✅ Minimum latency (with a good Wi-Fi signal).

How to connect:

1. On Xiaomi TV, open Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless Display (Miracast).
2. Activate the connection waiting mode.
3. On the iPhone, open Control Point (swipe down from the top right corner) and press Screen Duplication.
4. In the list of devices, select your Xiaomi TV.

Important: iPhone does not support Miracast natively – this requires third-party software, such as Screen Mirroring or ApowerMirror (free versions have session time limits).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi TVs with firmware older than 2021 may not support Miracast in the menu. → On TV. → Updating the system.

3.Using Apple TV for AirPlay (optimum for Apple ecosystem)

If you have an Apple TV (any model), streaming video from your iPhone to your Xiaomi TV becomes trivial, a method that guarantees minimal latency and 4K Dolby Vision support, but requires an additional device.

How to set up:

1. Connect your Apple TV to your Xiaomi TV via HDMI.
2. Make sure that the Apple TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On iPhone, open Control Point → Screen Duplication → Select your Apple TV.
4. To transfer only video (without screen duplication), use the AirPlay icon in applications (YouTube, Photos, etc.).

Pros of the method:

• 🎬 Support 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos.
• 🔄 Automatic synchronization with other Apple devices.
• 🎮 The ability to use Apple TV as a media center (Netflix, Disney apps)+ etc.).

Cons:

• 💰 Additional costs for Apple TV (8,000 ₽).
• 🔌 Occupying. HDMI-TV-port.

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If you don’t have an Apple TV but an Android smartphone, you can use it as a “bridge”: install the AirScreen app on Android, connect it to Xiaomi TV over Miracast, and then stream from iPhone to Android via AirPlay.

4. Transfer via DLNA/UPnP (for local files)

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a protocol for transmitting media over a local network, and unlike screen duplication, it allows you to play video directly on your TV without streaming from your iPhone.

How it works:

1. On Xiaomi TV, open the Media Player or Video app.
2. Select the Local Area Network (DLNA) source.
3. On your iPhone, install a DLNA server application, such as VLC or Infuse.
4. In the app, select the file to transfer and specify the Xiaomi TV as the playback device.

Supported formats:

• 🎥 Video: MP4, MKV, MOV (codeced H.264 or H.265).
• 🔊 Audio: MP3, AAC, FLAC.
• ❌ Not supported: AVI codeced, WMV.

⚠️ Note: When transferring large files (for example, 4K 60fps) For stable operation, use a router with Wi-Fi 6 support (802.11ax).

5. Cloud services: Google Drive, YouTube, Telegram

If you want to transfer a video once and it doesn't exceed 2-3 GB, the easiest way to use cloud services is to use it, which does not require additional devices, but depends on the speed of the Internet.

Methods of transmission:

• 📁 Google Drive: Upload your iPhone video to Google Drive. On your Xiaomi TV, open the Files app or browser, log in to your Google account and download the file.
• 📺 YouTube (for personal videos): Upload a video to YouTube marked "Out of the list" or "Private." Open YouTube on your TV and play the uploaded video.

Telegram

1. Send the video to yourself in Telegram (or in saved messages).
2. On your TV, open Telegram via your browser or app (if supported).

Limitations:

• 🚫 Maximum file size in Telegram – 2 GB.
• 🚫 YouTube compresses video when downloading (loss of quality).
• 🚫 Google Drive on TV needs a browser with support for downloading files.

Supported formats:

• 🎥 Video: MP4 (H.264/H.265), MKV, AVI (codeced).
• 🚫 Not supported: MOV ProRes codec, WMV.

Limitations:

• 🔌 Xiaomi TVs don’t read the file system NTFS — The flash drive should be formatted in FAT32 exFAT.
• 📁 Maximum file size per FAT32 — 4GB.

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If the TV can’t see the flash drive, try connecting it through USB-Hub with external power - some models Xiaomi TV They do not provide sufficient current for the storage.

FAQ: Frequent questions about transferring video from iPhone to Xiaomi TV