How to connect your iPhone to your Xiaomi TV: the complete guide

Today’s Apple ecosystem users often face the desire to bring content from the smartphone screen to the large display. Xiaomi Mi TV and Redmi brand models run on the Android TV or PatchWall operating system, which formally creates a barrier between devices. However, thanks to universal data protocols, the integration of Apple gadgets and Xiaomi equipment has become simple and accessible to every owner.

There are several proven ways to stream images and sound, from built-in AirPlay features to third-party apps and wired adapters. The specific method depends on your TV model, your smartphone version of iOS, and whether you have access to a Wi-Fi network. In this article, we’ll take a look at all the current connectivity options so you can enjoy movies, games, and photos on a wide screen.

Before setting up, it is important to make sure that both devices are in the same network conditions, as this is critical for wireless technology. iPhone and Xiaomi TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz), otherwise device detection will be impossible. If the router distributes a guest network or uses customer isolation, the connection will not be installed, even if the passwords are the same.

Preparation of equipment and compatibility check

The first step in the setup process is to audit your hardware.Not all Xiaomi TV models support the native AirPlay 2 protocol, which is the standard for Apple.Old models may require additional software installation or the use of intermediaries.Check your TV model in the documentation or on the back of the case.

Make sure the software is updated to the latest version. Android TV often features patches that improve wireless connection stability. Go to Settings → Device → System Update and check for new firmware versions. This action eliminates many hidden compatibility errors.

• 📺 Check if your model supports Xiaomi Mi TV AirPlay or Miracast standard.
• 📶 Make sure the router is stable and not overloaded with multiple connected devices.
• 📱 Update iOS on iPhone to the current version to support new video codecs.
• 🔌 When using the wired method, check the integrity of the cable HDMI and adapter Lightning/USB-C.

It's worth noting that the frequency of the router's processor can affect the quality of the broadcast. To transmit video in high resolution 4K, you prefer to use a 5 GHz network, because it provides more bandwidth. If your router is dual-band, but the devices "see" each other only on one of the networks, perhaps the router has an isolation function or guest mode.

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi TV only has access to a wired Ethernet connection and your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi, they may not see each other unless the router is configured to merge these networks into a single subnet (LAN). In this case, the wireless connection may not work without additional settings of the router.

Using the built-in AirPlay feature on Xiaomi TVs

Most of the current Xiaomi Mi TV Stick, Box and new TVs have AirPlay built-in support, which is the most convenient way to do this without installing third-party software, allowing you to broadcast the screen in full or only display media files from applications.

To activate the feature, go to the TV settings. Find the Apps → AirPlay or Settings → Apple AirPlay and HomeKit. Depending on the regional firmware version (Global or China), the menu name may vary. Make sure the activation slider is green.

Once the feature is turned on, a code or message will appear on the TV screen about waiting for a connection. Take your iPhone, open Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner or up from the bottom, depending on the model). Click on the Screen Replay icon and select your TV from the list.

• 🍏 Open "Control Point" on iPhone swipe.
• 📡 Press the screen repeat button (the icon of two rectangles).
• 📺 Choose the name of your Xiaomi TV list of available devices.
• 🔢 Enter the code displayed on the TV screen if you need confirmation.

If the image is gone but the sound is missing, check the audio output settings on the smartphone itself. Sometimes the iPhone continues to broadcast the sound through the phone's speaker or connected Bluetooth headphones, ignoring the TV, in which case switching the sound source at Control Point helps.

Configure via Mi Remote and third-party utilities

In situations where native AirPlay is unstable or absent, official and third-party applications come to the rescue. Xiaomi offers Mi Remote utility, which turns a smartphone into a remote control, but also allows you to broadcast media files. In addition, there are specialized applications-receivers for Android TV.

One of the most popular solutions is to install an AirScreen or DoCast app from the Google Play Store on a TV, which emulates the AirPlay protocol, making the TV visible to the iPhone. Download the app on TV, launch it, and follow the instructions on the screen.

Search Google Play Store on TV: AirScreen

Once the app is installed on the TV, it will create a virtual device. The iPhone will have a new name in the Screen Replay menu, often containing the app name (such as AS-Xiaomi-TV), which is similar to the native method, and the advantage of such programs is that they support more codecs and video file formats.

⚠️ Warning: Third-party AirPlay receiver apps may contain ads or require paid subscriptions to eliminate delays. Free versions sometimes limit session time or picture quality.

Wired connection via HDMI adapter

For those who require maximum image quality without compression and delay, wired connectivity is the ideal solution, especially for gamers or when watching high-bitret video, where the wireless network may not be able to cope. You will need a Lightning to HDMI adapter (for older iPhones) or a USB-C to HDMI (for iPhone 15 and newer).

Connecting the device to the smartphone is as simple as possible and requires no network settings: connect the adapter to the smartphone, insert the HDMI cable into the adapter and the TV port, switch the signal source on the TV to the corresponding connector (for example, HDMI 1).

It is important to choose high-quality cables. Cheap analogues may not support video transmission or give a picture of artifacts. Apple's original accessories guarantee the HDCP function, which is necessary for viewing protected content on streaming services.

Broadcast from YouTube, Netflix and other services

Special attention should be paid to streaming content directly from apps, not full screen duplication, but data streaming, the TV itself downloads videos from the Internet, which reduces the load on the smartphone and saves its battery, and the picture quality is often higher than when duplicating the screen.

In YouTube, Netflix, IVi and others, you need to find a stream icon (a rectangle with Wi-Fi waves in the corner). When you click on it, you will see a list of available devices. Select your Xiaomi TV. The smartphone in this case acts only as a remote control: you can pause, change the volume or flip the playlist.

This method works through the Google Cast (Chromecast built-in) protocol, which is integrated into PatchWall and Android TV. If the icon doesn't appear, make sure the apps on your phone and TV are updated. Sometimes you need to log in to the same Google account to work properly for some services.

• 🎬 Open the video in the app on iPhone.
• 📡 Press the broadcast icon (Cast/AirPlay) player.
• 📺 Select a Xiaomi TV from the list.
• 🎮 Use your phone as a remote control to control playback.

⚠️ Note: When streaming via Cast (YouTube, Netflix), the phone and TV may use different codecs. If the video is slowing down, try lowering the quality in the settings of the app itself on the TV, not on the phone.

Solution: Connection and sound problems

Despite the ease of setup, users may encounter difficulties. Often the problem lies in the router's security settings or app cache. If the TV is not visible in the AirPlay list, try rebooting the router by completely disconnecting it from power for 10 seconds. ARP refresh IP-device addresses.

Another common problem is desynchronizing audio and video, which is treated by changing the settings of the audio on the TV. Go to Settings → Sound → Digital output and try changing the format from Auto to PCM or Pass-through. Also helps to disable Dolby surround sound in the iPhone settings when broadcasting.

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If the wireless connection is permanently cut, try manually prescribing static IP-Addresses for TV and smartphone in router settings, which will prevent addressing conflicts.

In the case of an image but no sound, check if your iPhone has Bluetooth headphones connected. iOS sometimes prioritizes sending the sound to the last used audio device. Turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone temporarily for verification.

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Rebooting your router and TV solves 90% of device detection problems on the network.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions