Connecting iPad to Xiaomi TV opens up new possibilities: watching movies on the big screen, presentations, streaming games or dubbing the desktop for easy work. But not everyone knows that there are at least five connectivity options, from wireless protocols to wired adapters, and the main problem is that Xiaomi TVs don’t support Apple AirPlay out of the box, and standard ones do. HDMI-cables are not always compatible with tablet connectors. In this article, we will discuss each connection method with iPad models (from iPad 2 to iPad Pro). M4) Xiaomi TVs (Mi series) TV A, Redmi Smart TV, Mi TV Q and others.).
The choice of method depends on your tasks:
- 🎮 For games or videos without delay, it is better to use a wired connection (HDMI or USB-C).
- 📱 For screen duplication (mirroring) – AirPlay will fit through the console or Miracast.
- 💰 Budgetary option — USB-adapter DLNA (media-file).
Before you start, check:
- ⚡ iPadOS version (starting with iPadOS 13, AirPlay features are available).
- 📺 Xiaomi TV model (check the availability of ports) HDMI ARC, USB-C or wifi 5/6).
- 🔌 Type of iPad connector (Lightning for older models, USB-C new).
1. Wireless connection via AirPlay (with Apple TV or console)
The most reliable way to mirror the iPad screen on Xiaomi TV is to use AirPlay protocol. However, Xiaomi TVs do not support it directly, so you will need an intermediary: Apple TV 4K, Amazon Fire TV Stick with AirScreen installed or Xiaomi Mi Box S with Android TV 9+ firmware.
Step-by-step:
- Connect the console (Apple TV, Fire Stick or Mi Box S) to the TV via the HDMI port.
- Turn on the console and go to its network settings – make sure it’s connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPad.
- On iPad, swipe down to open Control Point (or swipe up on older models).
- Click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring) and select your console from the list.
If you are using the Mi Box S or Fire TV Stick, pre-install the AirScreen app from Google Play:
- 🔹 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Special access → Install unknown apps.
- 🔹 Allow installation from unknown sources (e.g., through bootloader).
- 🔹 Download AirScreen APK from the official website and install.
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⚠️ Note: With the Mi Box S, you can delay up to 2 seconds. To sync audio, select the "Audio Sync" option in AirScreen settings and select the value manually (start with the "Audio Sync" option). +150 ms).
2. HDMI wired connection (for iPad with USB-C)
If your iPad is equipped with a connector USB-C (iPad Pro 2018+, iPad Air 4+, iPad mini 6), You can connect it to your Xiaomi TV directly through the HDMI-This method guarantees minimal latency and supports resolution up to 4K@60Hz.
What you need:
- 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (We recommend the official Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter or certified analogues from Anker, Baseus).
- 📺 HDMI-cable (version 2.0 or higher for support) 4K).
How to connect:
- Connect the adapter to the iPad via the USB-C port.
- Connect one end. HDMI-cable to the adapter, the other to the port HDMI on a Xiaomi TV (it is advisable to use a port marked with a note) ARC or HDMI 2.0).
- On the Xiaomi remote TV press the button SOURCE (or INPUT) and select the appropriate HDMI-port.
- The iPad will show a notification of connection to the external display, confirm the duplicate screen.
| Model iPad | Max, permission. | Maintained frequency | Do you need an adapter? |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPad Pro 11"/12.9" (2018–2026) | 4K (3840×2160) | 60 Hz | Yes (USB-C → HDMI) |
| iPad Air 4/5, iPad mini 6 | 4K (3840×2160) | 30 Hz | Yes (USB-C → HDMI) |
| 10th generation iPad | 1080p (1920×1080) | 60 Hz | Yes (USB-C → HDMI) |
| iPad with Lightning (until 2018) | 1080p (1920×1080) | 30 Hz | Yes (Lightning → HDMI) |
⚠️ Attention: On iPad Air 4 iPad mini 6 permitting 4K@60Hz You may see a flickering screen, and in this case, in the settings of the Xiaomi TV, force the mode to be set. 4K@30Hz via the Settings menu → Display and sound → Permission HDMI.
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If the image on the TV is cropped at the edges, on the iPad go to Settings → Screen and brightness → Screen settings and select Scale to Fit mode.
3. Wireless Mirroring via Miracast (for Android TV)
Miracast allows you to duplicate the iPad screen on Xiaomi TV without wires, but with limitations: this method only works on TVs with Android TV 9.0+ (for example, Mi TV Q1E, Redmi Smart TV X2022) and requires third-party software on the iPad.
What do you need?
- 📱 App for Miracast on iPad (for example, Screen Mirroring – TV Cast or ApowerMirror).
- 📺 Miracast feature enabled on Xiaomi TV.
Instructions:
- On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Connection & Sharing → Wireless Display (Miracast) and activate the option.
- Install the ApowerMirror app from the App Store on your iPad.
- Launch the app, select your TV from the list of available devices, and confirm the connection.
- You will see a request for connection on the TV – agree.
Limitations of the method:
- ❌ Video delays up to 1-1.5 seconds (not suitable for gaming).
- ❌ No support. HDR Dolby Vision and.
- ❌ Possible artifacts when viewed 4K-content.
Why can Miracast not work?
4. USB connection (for media files)
If you only need to play movies, photos or music from your iPad on your Xiaomi TV, you can use it. USB-This is a way of not supporting screen duplication, but it allows you to view media files in high quality.
Connection options:
- 🔌 For an iPad with USB-C: cable USB-C → USB-A + port USB TV-wise.
- ⚡ For iPad with Lightning: Lightning adapter → USB (Apple Camera Adapter) + cable USB-A → USB-A.
How to play back files:
- Connect your iPad to your TV via an adapter/cable.
- On the Xiaomi TV remote, press the SOURCE button and select USB.
- In the Explorer that opens, select the DCIM folder (for photos/video) or Downloads (for downloaded files).
- Run playback with the built-in Xiaomi player.
Xiaomi Android TVs do not support the iPad file system (APFS) directly. For files to be displayed, pre-copy them onto a flash drive in FAT32 or exFAT format.
5.Using DLNA/UPnP for media streaming
DLNA allows you to stream videos, music and photos from your iPad to Xiaomi TV over a local network, without needing cables, just a shared Wi-Fi and a special application.
Step-by-step:
- Make sure that your iPad and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On Xiaomi TV, turn on DLNA: Settings → Network → DLNA (or Media Server).
- Install nPlayer, VLC or LocalCast on your iPad.
- In the application, select a file to play, click "Cast" and specify your TV.
Supported formats for DLNA on Xiaomi TV:
- 🎬 Video: MP4, MKV, MOV (codeced H.264 or H.265).
- 🎵 Audio: MP3, AAC, FLAC.
- 📷 Photo Photo: JPEG, PNG, HEIC (convertible).
⚠️ Note: When playing files HEIC (photo iPhone/iPad) through DLNA You can have display errors on your Xiaomi TV. To avoid the problem, pre-convert files to JPEG using the Shortcuts app (automation of "Convert Image").
6. Alternative ways: Chromecast and Smart View
If none of the above methods work, consider two additional options:
1. Connection via Google Chromecast
- 🔹 Connect Chromecast to HDMI-TV port Xiaomi.
- 🔹 Install Google Home app on iPad and set up device.
- 🔹 In supported apps (e.g. YouTube, Netflix) click the Cast icon and select your Chromecast.
2.Use of Samsung Smart View (for Samsung TV owners)
If you have a Samsung TV (for example, in addition to Xiaomi), you can use the SmartThings app for mirroring. However, for pure Xiaomi TV, this method is not relevant.
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For stable streaming via Chromecast or DLNA, use a router with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or Wi-Fi 6 support. Otherwise, lags and connection breaks may occur.