How to Stream Videos and Photos from iPhone to TV

Watching photos and videos from your iPhone on a large TV screen can be incredibly enjoyable if you know a few ways to connect. In this guide, we'll explore how to seamlessly stream multimedia content from an iPhone to a TV using various methods.

1. Using AirPlay

AirPlay is an Apple feature that allows you to stream videos, photos, and music from an iPhone to compatible devices, like an Apple TV or TVs that support AirPlay 2.

  • Connect your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Open the app with the photo or video on your iPhone.
  • Tap the AirPlay icon (a rectangle with a triangle at the bottom) and select your TV from the list of devices.
  • Your image or video will automatically appear on the TV screen.

2. Connecting with an HDMI Adapter

If your TV doesn’t support AirPlay, you can use an HDMI adapter. This device allows you to connect your iPhone directly to the TV via an HDMI cable.

  • Purchase an HDMI adapter for iPhone, like the Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter.
  • Connect the adapter to your iPhone’s Lightning port.
  • Plug the HDMI cable into the adapter and the TV.
  • Select the corresponding HDMI input on your TV — the iPhone’s screen should display on the TV.

3. Using Streaming Apps for Smart TV

If you have a Smart TV, streaming apps such as YouTube, Chromecast, or dedicated apps like LetsView or Mirror for Samsung TV can help.

  • Download the appropriate app to your iPhone.
  • Open it and follow the instructions to connect to your TV.
  • Once connected, you can stream images and videos directly through the app.

4. Using DLNA

DLNA is a media-sharing standard supported by many TVs, enabling wireless streaming of videos and photos from iPhone to TV.

  • Download and install a DLNA-compatible app, such as Plex or iMediaShare.
  • Connect both your iPhone and TV to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Open the app, choose the media file, and start streaming to your TV.

5. Connecting via Google Chromecast

Chromecast by Google makes it easy to stream content from iPhone to TV.

  • Plug the Chromecast into the TV’s HDMI port and set it up through the Google Home app on your iPhone.
  • Play a video or open a photo on your iPhone, then select the casting icon to display the content on your TV.