How to bring a photo from the phone Xiaomi on the TV Samsung: all the ways 2026

The problem of connecting two ecosystems: why is it so easy?

Transferring photos from Xiaomi to Samsung Smart TV only seems like a trivial task. In practice, users face three key barriers: different operating systems (MIUI vs Tizen), proprietary wireless protocols, and manufacturers’ restrictions on cross-platform compatibility. For example, Samsung’s Smart View feature is initially optimized for Android gadgets with a clean interface, rather than customized MIUI, where standard drivers may not be available.

The lack of a universal standard for multimedia broadcasting creates additional complexity: whereas in 2020-2022 most TVs supported Miracast out of the box, new Samsung models did not support it. QLED 2023-2026, this feature is often hidden in the depths of the menu or requires pre-activation. DLNA — The protocol is formally supported, but implementations on Xiaomi and Samsung may conflict due to different versions of UPnP.

In this article, we will examine all the current ways of transmitting images with regard to the model range of 2022-2026, including workarounds for devices without built-in Wi-Fi Direct or with outdated firmware. Particular attention will be paid to transfer speeds, loss of quality and compatibility with popular TV series (Samsung Crystal UHD, QLED, The Frame) and smartphones (Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12, POCO F5).

Method 1: Wireless streaming via Miracast (Screen Mirroring)

Miracast is the most direct way to duplicate Xiaomi’s screen on a Samsung TV without wires. It works at the operating system level, without requiring internet, but has strict hardware requirements: both devices must support Wi-Fi Direct and Miracast 1.2+.

• 📱 Xiaomi smartphones: all models on MIUI 12 and newer (including Redmi) 10/11, POCO X4/5, Xiaomi 12T/13).
• 📺 Samsung TVs: Q series, CU, AU (2020–2026), and The Frame and Serif in 2018–2019 models. (RU7100, NU8000) You may need to update the firmware.

Step-by-step:

1. On TV: open Settings → General → Apple AirPlay and Screen Mirroring (or Screen Mirroring in older versions).
2. On your smartphone: lower the notification curtain and hold the Screen Mirroring tile (or Wireless Display in MIUI 14).
3. In the list of available devices, select your Samsung TV. Confirm the connection on both devices.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi phones (e.g. Redmi Note 9 Pro) have Screen Mirroring hidden. To activate it, go to Settings → Connections and sharing → Wireless display.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔹 No loss of quality (the original screen resolution of the smartphone is broadcasted).
• 🔹 Minimum latency (up to 50ms), which is important for viewing high-resolution photos.
• 🔹 No need to connect to a single Wi-Fi network.

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 High load on the smartphone battery (consumer) ~15-20% per hour).
• 🚫 On Samsung TVs 2019 and older may be observed “lags” when scrolling through the gallery.

Method 2: Smart View (for Samsung TVs 2020-2026)

Smart View is a proprietary solution from Samsung that should theoretically simplify streaming multimedia from Android devices, but in practice with Xiaomi it works unstable due to the conflict between MIUI and Tizen services.

1. Update your TV firmware to the latest version (in Settings → Support → Software Update).
2. On your smartphone, install the official SmartThings app (not to be confused with Smart View – it is outdated software).
3. Connect both devices to the same 5 GHz Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz can cause delays).
4. In the SmartThings app, select your TV and tap the Translate screen.

Critical nuances:

• 🔧 On Xiaomi MIUI 13/14 Before connecting, you need to disable optimization MIUI in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 5 once you hit the version).
• 🔧 If the broadcast is interrupted, try to turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone – it may conflict with Wi-Fi Direct.

Update your TV firmware |Install SmartThings (not Smart View!)|Connect to 5 GHz Wi-Fi|Disable Bluetooth on Xiaomi|Activate Developer Mode (for MIUI 13+)

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Method 3: Wired connection via USB-C/HDMI

If wireless methods don’t work or you want the best transmission quality (for example, for RAW photos or 4K videos), use a wired connection.

• 🔌 adapter USB-C → HDMI (We recommend models with DisplayLink chip for Xiaomi).
• 🔌 Cable HDMI 2.0 or later (for resolution above) 1080p).

Instructions:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the smartphone.
2. Connect the adapter to the TV with an HDMI cable (use the HDMI 1/ARC port for better compatibility).
3. On the TV, select the signal source (Source → HDMI).
4. On the smartphone in the curtain notifications will appear option USB-Connection – Select Image Transfer (MHL).

Important details:

• 📌 Xiaomi 12/13 redmi K50 DisplayPort Alt Mode support, which allows you to display the image in 4K@30Hz.
• 📌 Nana POCO X3 and older models with maximum resolution — 1080p.
• 📌 It may be necessary to power the adapter USB-power hub (if the image flashes).

⚠️ Note: When connected via cheap adapters (for example, without a DisplayLink chip), artifacts or "snow" may appear on the TV screen.

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If the TV doesn't recognize the signal, try restarting the smartphone with the adapter connected, which solves the HDMI initialization problem in 30% of cases.

Method 4: Cloud Services (Google Photos, Mi Cloud)

If you don't need to live stream a screen, but just show individual photos, use cloud services, which is universal, but depends on Internet speed and has resolution limitations.

Option 1: Google Photo

1. Upload photos to Google Photos from your smartphone.
2. On your TV, open the Google Photos app (if not, install it through the Samsung App Store).
3. Sign in with the same account and select the photos you want.

Option 2: Mi Cloud (for Xiaomi account holders)

1. Enable photo sync in Settings → Accounts → Mi Cloud → Gallery.
2. On the TV, open your browser and go to i.mi.com.
3. Log in and download the photos to a flash drive connected to the TV.

⚠️ Note: When using Mi Cloud through your TV browser, some formats (HEIF, RAW) They may not be displayed. Convert them to JPEG through the Gallery app on Xiaomi.

Method 5: Local Area Network (DLNA/UPnP)

The DLNA protocol allows you to stream media files over a local network without duplicating the screen.

1. On your TV, activate DLNA in Settings → General → External Devices → UPnP Devices.
2. On the smartphone, install an application server, for example: 📱 BubbleUPnP (for experienced users). 📱 LocalCast (Simple Interface).

DLNA-renderer

Challenges and solutions:

• 🔧 If the TV doesn’t appear on the list, make sure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (not the guest network!).
• 🔧 On Xiaomi MIUI 14 may block access to the local network. Allow it in Settings → Annexes → Special rights → Access to the local network.
• 🔧 Formats HEIC (iPhones are not supported. Convert them to JPEG pre-existingly.

Comparison of all methods: what to choose?

The choice of method depends on your priorities:

• 🏆 Best quality: Wired connection through HDMI (lossless support 4K HDR).
• ⚡ Maximum speed: Miracast (latency) ~50ms, but the smartphone is warming).
• 🌐 Universality: Cloud services (works on any device, but depends on the Internet).
• 🔄 For old devices: DLNA (If you don’t have Miracast or Smart View).

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To transfer photos in their original quality, use a wired connection or Miracast. Cloud services and DLNA compress images, which is critical for professional shots.

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