How to display an image from an iPhone to a TV

Sometimes you want to enjoy photos, videos, or content from your iPhone on a larger screen. Apple offers several convenient ways to connect iPhone to your TV so you can watch videos, view photos, and even play games on your TV. In this guide, we'll look at how to connect your iPhone to your TV and which methods are suitable for different TV models.

1. Connecting iPhone to TV via AirPlay

If you have an AirPlay-enabled TV (such as an Apple TV or a smart TV with AirPlay 2), this is the easiest way to mirror your iPhone.

Steps to connect via AirPlay:

1. Make sure your iPhone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. Open Control Center on your iPhone by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Click on the Screen Mirroring icon.
4. Select your TV from the list of available devices.
5. Enter the code displayed on your TV screen if prompted.

Now your iPhone screen will be broadcast to your TV in real time. You can play videos, show photos or use apps on the big screen.

2. Connecting iPhone to TV using HDMI adapter

If your TV doesn't support AirPlay, you can use an HDMI adapter to directly connect your iPhone to your TV via an HDMI cable.

What you need to connect via HDMI:

• Official Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter.
• HDMI cable.

Steps to connect:

1. Connect the HDMI cable to your TV and to the HDMI adapter.
2. Connect the adapter to your iPhone.
3. On your TV, select the appropriate HDMI input.
4. The image from your iPhone should now be displayed on your TV screen.

This method is especially convenient for those who do not have Smart TV or Apple TV.

3. Using Screen Sharing Apps

If your TV supports casting apps, you can install one of these apps and stream your iPhone to your TV via Wi-Fi. Some popular casting apps include:

• Mirror for Samsung TV (suitable for Samsung Smart TV).
• LetsView (supports different TV models and platforms).
• TV Assist (Suitable for DLNA certified TVs).

Steps to use the apps:

1. Install the broadcast app on your iPhone.
2. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Follow the app instructions to connect to your TV.
4. Start casting the image from your iPhone to your TV screen.

4. Using Chromecast to Cast an Image

Chromecast is a device from Google that allows you to cast content to your TV. If you have a Chromecast, you can cast your iPhone to your TV using Chromecast-enabled apps.

Steps to connect via Chromecast:

1. Connect Chromecast to your TV and set it up using the Google Home app on your iPhone.
2. Launch an app that supports Chromecast (such as YouTube or Netflix).
3. Click the Chromecast icon and select the device you want to cast to.
4. Play content on your iPhone and it will be displayed on your TV.

5. Broadcast via DLNA

If your TV supports DLNA, you can use your iPhone to mirror images and videos to your screen. To do this, you will need apps such as AllCast or iMediaShare.

Steps to use DLNA:

1. Install an application that supports DLNA.
2. Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Open the app, select the content you want to stream, and select your TV from the list of devices.

Keep in mind that DLNA allows media streaming but does not mirror. iPhone screen in real time.

Conclusion

There are many ways to withdraw image from iPhone to your TV, whether via AirPlay, HDMI adapter, Chromecast or casting apps. Choose the method that works best for your device and enjoy watching content on the big screen.