How to stream video from Xiaomi phone to TV

Modern Xiaomi smartphones have powerful screens, but for watching a family movie or presenting photos, a diagonal of 6 inches is often not enough. MIUI (HyperOS or HyperOS provide a lot of built-in tools for displaying images on a large screen. You don't need to buy additional consoles if you already have a Smart. TV.

There are several basic data protocols: Miracast for full mirror screen, DLNA for media streaming, and HDMI for wired connection. The choice of method depends on your TV model and whether you have a stable Wi-Fi connection. In this article, we will break down all the current ways to enjoy content in high resolution without delay.

Before you start setting up, make sure that both your smartphone and your TV are connected to the same wireless network. This is a fundamental requirement for most wireless technologies. If the router supports dual-band, it’s better to use a 5GHz network, as it provides the higher bandwidth required for 4K video.

Use the built-in Mi Remote app for Smart TV

The easiest way to control and broadcast Xiaomi app owners is to use the Mi Remote app preinstalled, which is often already installed on the system, but if you delete it, you can download it from the Google Play store. This method is ideal if your TV is also a Xiaomi product or supports the Mi Cast protocol.

To start, launch the application and select the option to add a new device. QR-It's critical that you allow the TV to detect new devices, or the smartphone won't see the target screen.

Once you've successfully paired, you'll have a virtual remote on your phone. To stream a video from a gallery or browser, look for the Translation icon (usually a rectangle with waves in the corner). Click on it and select your TV from the list. The image from your mobile device will instantly appear on the big screen.

⚠️ Note: Mi Remote only works with an IR port or over Wi-Fi. If your phone doesn't have an IR emitter, make sure you select the network connection mode, not the infrared port.

In some cases, you may need to manually activate the TV's reception mode, go to the TV settings via the remote, find the "Network" or "Connections" section, and activate the Screen Mirroring or Mi Cast function, only after that the phone will be able to detect the TV receiver.

Broadcasting via Google Chromecast built-in

Virtually all modern Android TVs or Google Cast-enabled TVs allow you to stream content directly from apps, and this is the most stable method for watching videos from YouTube, Netflix or Kinopoisk, as the load falls on the TV’s processor, not the phone.

Open any support app, like YouTube. In the upper right corner of the video, click on the familiar broadcast icon. In the list that appears, select your TV. The video will play on the TV, and the phone can be used as a remote or switch to other tasks.

• 📺 Open the app with video content on the Xiaomi smartphone.
• 📡 Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi router.
• 🖱️ Click on the "Translation" icon inside the application.
• ✅ Wait for the connection and enjoy the viewing.

The advantage of this method is that video quality is independent of the speed of the phone's processor, so even if you get a call or have a hard game, the video on the TV will not be interrupted, but you need a stable Internet to work, because the data flow directly to the TV.

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If the broadcast icon doesn't appear, check to see if the router is running "Guest Network" mode. Devices in the guest segment are often isolated from each other and do not see the TV.

It’s worth noting that some apps can block the output of protected content (HDCP) through certain mirroring techniques, but native Chromecast usually bypasses these restrictions correctly.If you see a black screen with sound, try changing the output resolution in the app’s settings.

Wireless monitor function in MIUI and HyperOS

The MIUI shell and the new HyperOS have a system feature called the Wireless Display, which allows you to completely duplicate the screen of your smartphone on your TV, which is useful for showing photo albums, games or application interfaces that do not have their own broadcast button.

To activate this feature, open the notification curtain and look for the "Translation" or "Wireless Monitor" icon. If it's not on the first page, click on the edit pencil and drag the icon to the active zone, and then start searching for available devices.

Settings → Connection and Sharing → Broadcast

In the menu that opens, select your TV. On the TV screen, you may see a request to confirm your connection — click "Allow" with the remote. Now everything that happens on the phone screen is displayed on the TV. This creates a full copy of the Android interface.

Using a wireless monitor can lead to low latency (input lag), so for dynamic games, this method is less suitable than a wired connection. However, for viewing static content or navigating through the menu, this is a great option.

Connection via HDMI cable and adapter

If the wireless connection is unstable or requires maximum image quality without compression, use a wired connection. For Xiaomi phones with a USB Type-C port, you will need a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Note that not all smartphone models support video output through the charging port.

Connect the adapter to your phone and the HDMI cable to your TV. Switch the TV signal source to the appropriate login mode (e.g. HDMI 1). The image should appear automatically. If that doesn't happen, go to the phone settings and the Screen section where you can adjust the resolution and refresh rate.

⚠️ Note: When connected via cable, the phone can quickly run out because it is high in power consumption (PD), powering the smartphone at the same time.

The wired connection ensures no delays or interference from nearby Wi-Fi networks, and is ideal for gamers looking to bring the game to the big screen, or for presentations where every detail of the image is important.

Broadcasting through third-party applications (DLNA and AirPlay)

If the built-in tools don't work or your TV isn't a Smart TV but is connected to the network, you can use third-party apps. Popular solutions like AllCast, LocalCast or BubbleUPnP use the DLNA protocol to transfer media files.

Install the selected application from Google Play and run a network scan. The program will find your TV or media set-top box (for example, Apple TV or Android Box). Select a video file in the phone's memory and press the play button. The file will be streamed to the TV.

For owners of Apple appliances and TVs with AirPlay 2 support (many new Xiaomi TV and MI TV models have this feature), you can use the standard screen repeat feature in iOS. Simply select the TV in the iPhone control center, and the screen is broadcast without installing additional apps on TV.

Solving Connection Problems

Even when you set it up correctly, you can have errors: you can't see the TV, you can't see the video, you can't hear the sound, and most often the problem is with the router settings. Make sure that the router has turned off AP Isolation, which prevents devices on the network from seeing each other.

If there is an image but no sound, check the volume settings on the TV itself, not on the phone. When wireless broadcasting, the sound is often separately adjusted, and try rebooting the Wi-Fi module on your phone by turning on and off the air mode.

• 🔄 Restart the router and both devices (TV and phone).
• 📶 Check if the router has a speed limit for individual devices.
• 🔌 When connecting wires, replace HDMI cable to higher quality (version 2.0 and higher).
• 🛡️ Turn it off. VPN on the phone, as it can block local device detection.

In rare cases, resetting network settings on a Xiaomi smartphone helps. Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth. This will remove saved passwords, but often solves problems with detection protocols.

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The stability of the broadcast depends on the quality of the Wi-Fi signal and the absence of interference in the air. Use a 5 GHz network for 4K video.