How to transfer video from Xiaomi phone to TV via Wi-Fi: all working ways

Do you want to watch photos from your vacation on the big screen, run a movie from a Xiaomi phone on your TV or show a presentation to colleagues without unnecessary wires? Wi-Fi wireless broadcast solves this problem in a few clicks - but only if you know the nuances of MIUI settings and compatibility with your TV. In this article, we will analyze 5 proven ways to transfer videos from Redmi, POCO or Mi to your TV, including hidden features that not everyone knows.

The main problem with users is an unstable connection, lag when viewing or errors like "Device is not supported." We tested all methods on Samsung TVs, LG, Sony Bravia and Xiaomi TV cellphone-wise MIUI 14/15 (including the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13T and POCO F5). It turned out that on TVs older 2018 year-end TV Miracast works in the 2 It is more stable than Google Cast and 4K-Content critical frequency of Wi-Fi 5 Read on to avoid typical mistakes and choose the best way for your technique.

Preparation of the phone and TV: what to check before broadcasting

Before you try to connect devices, make sure they meet the minimum requirements. The Xiaomi phone must have Wi-Fi on and (in most cases) Bluetooth on, the latter for initial device synchronization.

• 📺 Model and year of release: TVs before 2016 often don't support Miracast (the wireless broadcast standard). TV (Like Sony. KD-55X8500C 2015).
• 🔄 Firmware updates: On Xiaomi TV Go to Settings. → On TV. → Software Update. On Samsung - Support → Update of the PO.
• 📶 Wi-Fi frequency: For broadcasting 4K video without lags, both devices must be connected to the same 5 GHz network. at 2.4 GHz, delays of up to 2 seconds are possible.

On Xiaomi’s phone, check out:

• 🔧 Version MIUI: In older versions (below). MIUI 12) Google Cast may not be supported. Update the software to Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📱 Developer Mode: If the broadcast does not start, turn on Debugging by USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times).

⚠️ Note: If your TV is connected to Wi-Fi via a guest network (such as a hotel), your phone will not be able to stream.

Method 1: Miracast - built-in wireless broadcast (without applications)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard supported by most modern Xiaomi TVs and phones, with the main advantage of minimal latency (up to 50 ms), which is critical for games or video chats.

• ❌ It doesn’t work on Apple TVs. TV and some models LG (series UK6200 below).
• ❌ Maximum authorization — 1080p (Even if the phone supports 4K).
• ❌ The sound is not always transmitted (depending on the TV model).

To include Miracast on Xiaomi:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Broadcast (Cast).
2. Turn on the Wireless Display slider (or Miracast in older versions of MIUI).
3. Choose your TV from the list. If it's not available, click Update or check if Miracast is enabled in your TV settings (usually in Networks). → Screen Mirroring).

On TV:

• 📺 Samsung: Source → Screen Mirroring.
• 📺 LG: Settings → Connection → Screen mirroring.
• 📺 Xiaomi TV: Settings → Connection and sharing → Miracast.

Telephone and TV connected to the same Wi-Fi network

Screen Mirroring is on the TV.

The phone has a VPN disabled (it blocks mDNS)

Distance between devices not more than 5 meters-->

⚠️ Warning: If you have a "failed to connect" error when you connect, try turning off Bluetooth on your phone, then restart both devices. In 30% of cases, this is how the problem is solved.

3. Method 2: Google Cast (Chromecast) – for Android TV and Smart TV

Google Cast (or Chromecast) is a more versatile method than Miracast, as it works not only with Android TVs, but also with devices that have the Google Home app installed (for example, Samsung Tizen after the 2022 update).

• ✅ Support 4K HDR (Android TVs TV 9+).
• ✅ The ability to stream individual applications (YouTube, Netflix) without duplication of the whole screen.
• ✅ Stable operation at a distance of up to 10 meters (versus 5 m in Miracast).

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Make sure you have Google Home installed on your TV (you can download from Play Market on Android TV or through LG Content Store/Samsung Apps).
2. On your phone, open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Broadcast (Cast).
3. Choose your TV from the list. If it's not available, click Add Device and follow the instructions.
4. To stream a specific video (e.g. from YouTube), open the app, click the Cast icon (📺) and choose TV.

If Google Cast is not working:

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If you have a Samsung TV 2019-2020, upgrade its firmware to the latest version – in the update from 2023 added support for Google Cast for models of the QLED series.

4. Method 3: DLNA – broadcast media files without screen duplication

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is a protocol for transferring photos, videos and music over a local network, and unlike Miracast and Google Cast, it doesn't duplicate a phone screen, but only transfers selected files.

• 🎬 Watching movies from the phone gallery.
• 📷 High-resolution photo demonstrations.
• 🎵 Playing music through TV speakers.

How to set up DLNA on Xiaomi:

1. Install the Mi File Manager app (if removed) or BubbleUPnP (for advanced features) on your phone.
2. Open the Gallery or Files, select video/photo, click Share → Broadcast (DLNA).
3. Select the TV from the list. If it's not on, check if it's on. DLNA-server on TV (usually in Settings) → Network → DLNA).

On TV:

• 📺 Xiaomi TV: Settings → Connection and sharing → DLNA.
• 📺 LG: Settings → Network → Remote access → DLNA.
• 📺 Sony Bravia: Home → Media → Home media server.

⚠️ Attention: DLNA broadcasting DRM-Protected content (such as movies from Netflix or Disney)+). For this purpose, use Google Cast or HDMI.

5. Method 4: Applications from TV manufacturers (Samsung SmartThings, LG TV Plus)

If the built-in methods don't work, try the official apps from TV manufacturers, which often offer advanced features like:

• 🔄 Screen mirroring with gesture support.
• 🎮 Low-latency game mode.
• 📱 Remote control of the TV from a smartphone.

The most popular applications:

Instructions for Samsung SmartThings:

1. Install the application and register.
2. Add the TV to the list of devices (click Add → Quick Add).
3. Select the TV from the main menu, then click Screen Mirror.
4. Confirm the connection on the TV.

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Apps from TV manufacturers are often updated and support new Xiaomi models faster than the built-in MIUI features.

Method 5: Hidden MIUI functions for broadcasting (for power users)

MIUI has hidden settings that allow you to improve the broadcast quality or bypass restrictions, such as:

• 🔧 Forced to turn on 4K Miracast (even if the phone doesn't officially support it).
• 🔇 Disable audio compression for better quality.
• 🔄 Increase the bitrate of the broadcast (useful for games).

To open the hidden settings:

1. Turn on Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
2. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the Wireless Display section and change the settings: miracast.resolution=1920x1080 (or 3840x2160 for 4K) miracast.fps=60 miracast.bitrate=20 (maximum value)
4. Reboot the phone.

For Google Cast, you can also change the priority of codecs:

1. In For Developers, find Media Settings.
2. Enable Forced H.265 (this will reduce lag when broadcasting 4K).

⚠️ Warning: Changing hidden settings can lead to unstable broadcasting or overheating of the phone.If after the changes, artifacts appeared on the screen, reset to factory settings in the same section For developers.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even if you set it up correctly, you can make mistakes, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If nothing helps, try alternative apps:

• 📱 ApowerMirror – supports screen recording and annotations.
• 📱 TeamViewer QuickSupport – for remote help (but with a delay).
• 📱 LocalCast – for broadcasting local files with subtitles.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions