How to display the phone screen on the TV Xiaomi Mi TV 4S: all the ways 2026

Why Xiaomi Mi TV 4S may not see your phone – and how to fix it

You want to stream YouTube videos, show vacation photos or run a mobile game on the big screen, but Xiaomi Mi TV 4S stubbornly does not recognize your smartphone? The problem is familiar to many - despite the stated support for wireless technologies, the connection is often disrupted due to incompatibility of protocols, outdated drivers or banal errors in settings.

In this article, we will examine all the current ways to display images from your phone to Mi TV 4S, from the standard Miracast to little-known features like Google Cast and DLNA. Particular attention will be paid to typical errors: why the phone does not find a TV in the list of devices, how to circumvent the restrictions on the iPhone, and what to do if the picture is laid or lost sound. All instructions are tested on the firmware MIUI 14 and Android TV 11 (relevant for the Mi TV 4S 2020-2023).

Spoiler: 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved by resetting the network settings on the TV or updating the firmware, but that's it.

HDMI Connection: Reliable, but not always convenient

The most stable method is a physical connection via cable. TV 4S fits any HDMI-cable (version 1.4 or higher), but there are nuances with adapters for the phone.

If you have an Android smartphone with a USB-C port, you'll need a USB-C → HDMI adapter (such as the original Xiaomi or Anker certified one). iPhone owners need Lightning → HDMI (the official Apple adapter or Belkin's analogues).

• ⚡ Pros: Minimal latency (ideal for gaming), stable connection, supports 4K@60Hz.
• ⚠️ Cons: the phone discharges faster, the cable limits the freedom of movement.
• 🔧 Requirements: Television and telephone must be supported HDCP (contention).

⚠️ Warning: If the following message appears on the TV screen: "No signal", try to manually select the source of the signal on the Mi remote control. TV 4S (button → HDMI 1/2/3). Sometimes the phone requires you to confirm a trusted device – unlock the smartphone screen.

Is USB debugging mode enabled (for Android)

Is the original cable/adapter used?

The right source of the signal on TV is selected

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2. Wireless broadcast via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is a wireless screen transmission standard built into Android and Windows. On Xiaomi Mi TV 4S, it works via the Wireless Display feature.

Connection algorithm:

1. On TV: go to Settings → Connections → Wireless → Screen Mirroring.
2. On your phone: Android: Settings → Connected devices → Screen Broadcast (or Smart View from Samsung). iPhone: Control Point → Screen Mirroring.

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If the TV is not displayed in the list of devices:

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices.
• 📶 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (even if you use Miracast without a router).
• 🔧 Update the TV firmware: Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.

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If you have Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco on MIUI, turn on developer mode and activate the option “Debug over Wi-Fi” in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times).

3. Google Cast (Chromecast) – for streaming from your phone

Xiaomi Mi TV 4S supports Google Cast (the technology behind Chromecast), but with caveats: it only works to transfer content from supported apps (e.g. YouTube, Netflix, Google Photos), and not to completely duplicate the screen.

How to use:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a supported app (e.g. YouTube).
3. Slip on the broadcast icon (📺) and choose your Mi. TV 4S.

The list of apps that support Google Cast on Mi TV 4S:

• 🎬 YouTube, Netflix, Disney+
• 🎵 Spotify, Google Podcasts
• 📷 Google Photo, VLC (plug-in)

⚠️ Note: Some iPhone apps (such as Apple) TV+) block the broadcast on-Apple In this case, use AirPlay via Apple. TV or HDMI-adapter.

4.DLNA: transferring media files without screen duplication

DLNA is a protocol for transmitting photos, videos and music over a local network, and unlike Miracast, it doesn't duplicate a screen, it only broadcasts files. The Mi TV 4S has a built-in Media Player app for that.

Instructions:

1. Put it on the phone. DLNA-server (e.g. BubbleUPnP for Android or iMediaShare for iOS).
2. On the TV, open the "Media Player" (or "Photo/Video" in the application menu).
3. Select your phone from the list of devices and select a file to play.

Advantages of DLNA:

• 📂 Works with any file (including.mkv,.flac).
• 🔄 Does not load the processor of the phone (the file streams directly).
• 📶 You can use it without an internet connection (local network is sufficient).

Limitations:

• ❌ Does not transmit the screen completely (only individual files).
• ❌ Not all formats are supported by the built-in Mi player. TV 4S (for example, DTS sound may not be reproduced).

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DLNA is the best choice for viewing personal photos and videos from your phone, unless you need to duplicate the screen. For games and apps, use Miracast or HDMI.

5. Specific problems with iPhone and Mi TV 4S

Apple is deliberately restricting wireless broadcasting to non-user devices, so iPhone owners don't have all the options available:

Bypasses for the iPhone:

1. Use streaming apps: ApowerMirror or LetsView (requires the installation of the server part on TV).
2. Jailbreak solutions: On hacked iPhones, you can activate AirPlay for third-party devices through the tweak "AirPlayEnabler" (risky!).
3. Cloud Services: Upload the file to Google Drive or iCloud, then open it through your browser on TV.

Important: On the Mi TV 4S with firmware older than 2021, Screen Mirroring for iPhone only works after manually enabling compatibility mode. To do this, type Menu → 4 → 6 → 2 → Menu on the remote control, then select "Enable iOS Mirroring".

6. Alternative ways: from Mi Home to third-party apps

If standard methods don’t work, try these options:

• 🏠 Using Mi Home: Connect your TV and phone to one Xiaomi account. In the Mi Home app, select your Mi TV 4S → "Device control" → "Screen broadcast. It only works on phones with MIUI.
• 🖥️ Using a PC: Connect your phone to your computer via USB Or Wi-Fi (for example, via Vysor). On a PC, stream the screen to TV via Steam Link or Rainway.
• 🌐 Through the browser: Open your browser on your TV and go to web.screenmirroring.com. On your phone scan QR-TV-code.

It is running with a delay of ~1 second.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party applications (e.g. ApowerMirror) on Mi TV 4S You may get a warning about an "unverified source." To remove it, go to Settings. → Security → Unknown sources and allow installation for the desired application.

7. Optimizing the broadcast quality: how to remove lags and artifacts

Even if the connection is established, the picture can "brake" or crumble into squares.

• 📶 Switch to 5GHz Wi-Fi: 5GHz network is less busy and provides more bandwidth.On TV: Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Frequency range → 5 GHz.
• 🔧 Lower resolution: In Miracast settings on your phone, select 720p instead 1080p. On iPhone: Settings → Screen and brightness → Screen resolution → Standard.
• 🔄 Turn off background tasks: Close all apps on your phone except what you're broadcasting. Activate Do Not Disturb mode".

If the problem is the sound:

• 🔊 Check the audio output settings: On Android, the screen broadcast menu may have the option "Transmit Sound" - turn it on.
• 🎧 Use external speakers: Connect them to your TV via Bluetooth or 3.5mm jack.