How to show video from the iPhone on the TV Xiaomi: all ways to connect

Do you shoot a cool video on your iPhone but want to enjoy it on the big screen of Xiaomi TV? Or plan to have a movie evening with friends, streaming a movie directly from your phone? Connecting an iPhone to a Xiaomi TV seems like a simple task, but in practice users face the nuances: AirPlay does not find the device, Miracast works with a delay, HDMI cable requires an adapter. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods – from wireless protocols to wired connections – and also give recommendations for choosing the optimal method depending on the model of your Xiaomi TV and iOS version.

It’s important to consider that not all Xiaomi TVs support AirPlay out of the box – this feature only appeared in 2020 and later models (the Mi TV Q1/Q2 series, Redmi Smart TV, etc.). Older devices will require additional manipulation or alternative solutions. We will also consider how to circumvent restrictions if your TV is not compatible with Apple technology, but it supports DLNA or Google Cast.

1. Connect via AirPlay (for compatible Xiaomi TV models)

AirPlay is the most convenient way to stream video from an iPhone to a Xiaomi TV, as long as your TV supports this technology.Apple's protocol provides minimal latency and high quality transmission, but only works on a limited list of devices.

To check compatibility, go to the TV settings: Settings → Connections → AirPlay. If the item is missing, your model does not support the function. Among the compatible series: Mi TV Q1/Q2 (2020-2026), Mi TV P1, Redmi Smart TV X (2021-2023) and some others. The full list can be found on the official Xiaomi website in the section of the characteristics of your model.

• 📱 On iPhone: swipe down to open Control Point, click Screen Duplication (or Screen Mirroring), select your Xiaomi TV list.
• 📺 On TV: confirm the connection if you receive a request. You may need to enter a 4-digit code from the TV screen.
• 🔄 Note: If the TV doesn’t appear on the list, reboot both devices and make sure they’re connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV AirPlay can be disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings → System system → Additionally. → Developer Mode and enable the option to Enable AirPlay (if available).

2. Wireless streaming via Miracast (for older models)

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t support AirPlay, but it does have Miracast (or Wireless Display), you can use it to duplicate the screen, which works on most Xiaomi TVs from 2018-2023, but has limitations: there are possible delays in sound and video, especially when watching dynamic content (games, sports broadcasts).

To connect:

1. On TV: Open Settings → Connections → Wireless Display (or Miracast).
2. On iPhone: Since iOS does not support Miracast directly, you will need a third-party app, such as Screen Mirroring for Miracast or ApowerMirror (available on the App Store).
3. Follow the instructions in the app to search and connect to the TV.

⚠️ Note: When using Miracast through third-party applications, you may see watermarks or limit the broadcast time in the free version. ₽/month).

3. a wired connection through HDMI-adapter (highest quality)

If you need maximum quality without delay (for example, to watch movies in the UK) 4K HDR or games via Apple Arcade, the best option is a wired connection through HDMI-It's going to take an adapter:

• 🔌 Lightning adapter → HDMI (official from Apple or certified analogue, for example, from Anker or Belkin).
• 📺 HDMI-cable (usually with an adapter).
• ⚡ Power supply for adapter (some models require charging connection).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the adapter to the iPhone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV through HDMI-cable (use the port) HDMI 2.0 or HDMI ARC support 4K).
3. On the TV, select the appropriate HDMI-signal-input.
4. If the image doesn’t appear, reboot your iPhone or check the power adapter connection.

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Advantages of the method: no delays, support 4K@60Hz Disadvantages: the need to purchase an adapter (from the 2 500 ₽) wire-bound.

4. Broadcasting through applications (YouTube, DLNA, Google Cast)

If you don’t need to duplicate the entire screen, but only stream videos from a particular app (like YouTube, Netflix or Photos), you can use the built-in Google Cast features or the Google Cast. DLNA. This method works for most Xiaomis. TV, even older models.

Method 1: Google Cast (for YouTube, Netflix, Disney+)

• 🎬 Open an app (such as YouTube) on your iPhone.
• 🔍 Click on the broadcast icon (usually in the upper right corner of the player).
• 📺 Choose your Xiaomi TV device-list.

Method 2: DLNA (for local files)

To view videos saved in the iPhone gallery, install a media server application, such as VLC or Infuse:

1. Turn on DLNA on your TV: Settings → Network → DLNA.
2. In the iPhone app, select a file and click "Translate" or "Send to DLNA."
3. Confirm the connection to the TV.

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If the TV is not on the list DLNA-Check if the mode is "Shared Media" enabled in the router settings (sometimes it is blocked by default).

5 Problem Solving: What to Do When the Connection Fails

Even with the right settings, the connection can fail, and let’s look at the typical errors and how to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the network settings on your TV:

Settings → Network → Resetting network settings

After that, restart both devices and try again to connect.

6. Comparison of methods: which to choose for your tasks

The choice of the connection method depends on your goals:

• 🎮 For games or watching 4K: HDMI-Adapter (minimum delays, maximum quality).
• 🎥 To stream movies from apps: Google Cast (simplicity, no wires required).
• 📱 For screen duplication (presentation, social network): AirPlay (if supported) or Miracast (for older models).
• 📁 For local video: DLNA through VLC or infuse.

If you often connect your iPhone to your TV, it makes sense to purchase a universal adapter (such as the Anker 333 with HDMI 2.0 support and USB-C for new iPhone models).

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For models Xiaomi TV 2026 (for example, Mi TV Q2 Pro) recommended to use AirPlay 2 – it supports multi-room audio broadcast and improved synchronization.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting iPhone to Xiaomi TV