I need help casting from my iPhone to a TCL TV. I want to show my friends some vacation photos I took on my iPhone, and it’s much more convenient to view them on the TV. What do I need for this? I have a cable, but I would prefer to stream wirelessly.
Thanks for any tips.
To stream content from your iPhone to your TCL TV wirelessly, you have a few options:
- Use AirPlay (if supported by your TV)
- Check if your TCL TV supports AirPlay. Many newer TCL models do.
- Connect both your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open the Control Center on your iPhone and tap on “Screen Mirroring.”
- Select your TCL TV from the list.
- Your iPhone screen will appear on the TV, allowing you to display photos, videos, or any other content.
Tip: AirPlay provides a seamless connection and is easy to use if your TV supports it.
Use a screen mirroring app (if your TV is not compatible with AirPlay)
There are several options available in the App Store, such as DoCast https://apps.apple.com/us/app/screen-mirror-smart-tv-docast/id6446948344
Just download the app from the App Store on your iPhone. Ensure both your iPhone and TCL TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Open the app and select your TCL TV from the list of available devices. Tap “Photos” from the main screen and start streaming.
Another option is the “Screen Mirroring | Smart TV” app, which also works well with TCL TVs, though there can sometimes be delays during streaming.
Tip: It is important that both your phone and TV are on the same Wi-Fi network.
Another way to stream content from your iPhone to your TCL TV is by using a Google Chromecast device. To do this, plug the Chromecast into an HDMI port on your TV and set it up using the Google Home app on your iPhone. Once set up, make sure both your iPhone and Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Then, open an app that supports Chromecast, like Google Photos or YouTube, and tap the “Cast” button to select your TV. This will allow you to wirelessly stream photos, videos, and other content from your iPhone directly to your TCL TV. Chromecast is versatile and easy to use, making it a great option if you frequently stream from different apps.
If you don’t have Chromecast, try using mirroring apps like DoCast or Replica. They do a good job of streaming and mirroring from iPhone to TCL TVs. However, the free versions have limitations on mirroring time.