How to connect an Honor smartphone to a TV via Wi-Fi: all the methods in 2026

Wirelessly broadcast your smartphone screen Honor Connecting to a large TV screen opens up new possibilities: from watching movies in high definition to showing presentations or playing games wirelessly. However, not all users know that connecting via Wi-Fi can be done in several ways - each with its own nuances in terms of speed, picture quality and compatibility with TV models.

In this article we will look at 5 current methods connections (including hidden functions EMUI/MagicOS), we'll compare them based on key parameters and provide checklists for eliminating common errors. We'll pay special attention to the models Honor 90, Honor Magic5 And Honor X9, where the connection algorithm may differ from the standard one. If your TV does not support Miracast or DLNA — no problem: a workaround using third-party applications is provided at the end of the article.

Before you begin, make sure both your smartphone and TV are connected to one Wi-Fi network (or use Wi-Fi Direct for direct connection). This is critical for all methods except Miracast, which works without a router. Also check the firmware version on Honor: V MagicOS 7.0+ Added support Wireless Projection 2.0 with reduced latency.

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1. Connect via Miracast (Wireless Display)

Miracast — is a wireless screen sharing standard built into most modern smartphones. Honor and Smart TV. Its main advantage is its work without connecting to a router (direct connection is used Wi-Fi Direct), which is convenient for presentations or travel. However, there are some downsides: a latency of up to 100 ms and possible sound issues on some TV models.

To activate Miracast on Honor, follow the steps:

  • 📱 Open Settings → Connections → Wireless Projection (or Wireless Projection V MagicOS 7.0+).
  • 🔍 Click Search for devices and select the name of your TV from the list (for example, Samsung-UE55 or LG-OLED65).
  • 🔄 Confirm the connection on both devices. Some TVs will require you to enter a PIN code (displayed on the TV screen).
  • 🎮 For games or videos, turn on the mode Low latency in the projection settings (available on Honor 80 Pro and newer).

If your TV does not appear in the list, check:

⚠️ Attention: On TVs Samsung 2018–2020 Miracast may be disabled by default. To enable it, go to Settings → General → External devices → Connection devices and turn it on Screen mirroring.

TV and smartphone are charged at least 30%|

Wi-Fi is turned on on both devices (even if Direct is used)|

The power saving mode is disabled on the TV|

Firmware updates for Honor and TV-->

Honor model Miracast support Max. permission Latency (ms)
Honor Magic5 Pro Yes (Wireless Projection 2.0) 4K@30fps 50–80
Honor 90 Yes (standard Miracast) 1080p@60fps 80–120
Honor X9 Yes (1080p only) 1080p@30fps 100–150
Honor 70 Yes (with update to MagicOS 7.1) 1080p@60fps 70–100

2. Using Smart View (for Samsung TVs)

If you have a TV Samsung (2016 and newer), then the most stable way is the function Smart ViewIt's built into the firmware. Honor and is optimized to work with this brand's TV. Unlike Miracast, it supports lag-free sound transmission and higher picture quality.

Connection algorithm:

  1. On TV Samsung open Settings → General → External devices → Connection devices and turn it on Screen mirroring.
  2. On a smartphone Honor go to Settings → Connections → Smart View (or Smart viewing in Russian-language firmware).
  3. Select your TV from the list. If prompted for a PIN, enter the code from the TV screen.
  4. To watch videos in high quality, enable the option Optimize for video in the settings Smart View.

An important nuance: On models Honor With MagicOS 6.0 and below Smart View may not appear in the menu. In this case, use the app Samsung SmartThings (available in AppGallery or Google Play).

3. Streaming via DLNA (for movies and photos)

DLNA — is a protocol for transferring media files (video, music, photos) over a local network. Unlike Miracast, here it's not the smartphone screen that's being streamed, but a specific file, which reduces the load on the processor and reduces latency. This method is ideal for watching movies in 4K or listening to music through the TV speakers.

Setup instructions:

  • 📺 Turn on the TV DLNA (on the menu Network → DLNA Server or Media player).
  • 📱 On Honor open the application Files (or Gallery for photos/videos), select the file and press Share → DLNA.
  • 🔗 Select your TV from the list of devices. Playback will start automatically.

For convenience, you can use third-party applications:

  • 🎬 BubbleUPnP — for broadcasting with subtitle support.
  • 🎵 VLC — a universal player with built-in DLNA server.
  • 📁 Plex — if you need to organize a full-fledged media library.
⚠️ Attention: On TVs LG With webOS up to version 4.0 DLNA may not support formats .mkv And .flacIn this case, use VLC on your smartphone for on-the-fly transcoding.
How to speed up file transfer via DLNA?

If the video is lagging when playing via DLNA, try:

1. Connect your smartphone and TV to the router via cable (if supported).

2. In the router settings, set the traffic priority (QoS) for devices Honor.

3. Reduce video bitrate to 10 Mbps (can be done in the app) MX Player).

4. Mirroring apps (if built-in methods don't work)

If your TV does not support Miracast or DLNA, A Smart View unavailable - third-party applications will come to the rescue. They work on the principle server-client: the program on the smartphone broadcasts the screen, and the player application is installed on the TV.

Top 3 proven solutions:

Application Compatibility Delay Peculiarities
ApowerMirror Any TV with Android TV or a browser 100–150 ms Works via a browser and supports control from a TV.
TeamViewer QuickSupport TV with installed TeamViewer Host 150–200 ms Requires registration, but is more stable on weak networks
LetsView Android TV, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS 80–120 ms Supports audio streaming and screen recording

Step by step instructions for ApowerMirror:

  1. Install the application on Honor from AppGallery or Google Play.
  2. On your TV, open a browser and go to the address tv.apowermirror.com (or install ApowerMirror TV from the TV app store).
  3. Launch it on your smartphone ApowerMirror, select Mirroring on TV and scan the QR code from the TV screen.
  4. Confirm the connection. The broadcast will begin within 5-10 seconds.

5. Connecting via Google Cast (Chromecast)

If you have a device Google Chromecast (or a TV with built-in Chromecast, For example, Android TV), then broadcast from Honor is carried out through the protocol Google CastThis method supports 4K HDR and has minimal latency, but requires the presence of Google Mobile Services (GMS) on a smartphone.

On models Honor without GMS (For example, Honor 50 for the Chinese market) will have to be installed Google Play Services manually. Instructions:

  • 📥 Download APK files Google Play Services And Google Cast from the website APKMirror (versions must match your firmware).
  • 🔧 Install files via File manager (allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Security).
  • 🔄 Restart your smartphone.
  • 📺 Open the app Google Home, add yours Chromecast and start broadcasting.

For models with GMS (For example, Honor Magic4 Pro (for the global market) the process is simplified:

  1. Connect Chromecast to the TV and set it up through the app Google Home.
  2. In any supported application (eg. YouTube or Netflix) click the icon Cast (📡) and select your device.
  3. To mirror the entire screen, use the option Screencasting V Google Home.
⚠️ Attention: On some models Honor With MagicOS function Google Cast may conflict with built-in Wireless ProjectionIf the broadcast is interrupted, turn it off. Miracast in the smartphone settings.

6. Troubleshooting: Why won't it connect?

If none of the methods worked, check for common causes:

  • 🔌 Incompatible Wi-Fi standards: The TV only supports 2.4 GHz, and the smartphone is connected to 5 GHz (or vice versa). Solution: enable the mode in the router settings 2.4/5 GHz Auto or manually select the desired frequency.
  • 🔒 Firewall blocking: Your router or TV may have a MAC address filter enabled. Add the MAC address. Honor to the white list.
  • 📶 Weak signal: If the signal level is lower -70 dBm, the broadcast will be interrupted. Use Wi-Fi repeater or connect via cable (if your TV supports it) Ethernet).
  • 🔄 Outdated firmware: On Honor X8 and older Miracast may not work without updating to MagicOS 7.0+.

For network diagnostics on Honor:

  1. Go to Settings → Connections → Wi-Fi.
  2. Click on your network name and check the settings. Speed And Frequency.
  3. If the speed is lower 50 Mbps, try reconnecting or changing the Wi-Fi channel in your router settings.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to connect Honor to a TV without Wi-Fi?

Yes, there are three alternatives:

  1. USB-C → HDMI: Use an adapter (eg. USB-C to HDMI) for direct connection. Supported on Honor Magic5 and newer.
  2. Wi-Fi Direct: Some televisions (eg. LG) support direct connection without a router.
  3. Bluetooth: For audio transmission only (e.g. via Samsung Level Box).

Best suited for video USB-C → HDMI, as it eliminates delays.

Why does the sound come from the smartphone and not from the TV?

This is problematic for Miracast on TVs Sony Bravia 2019–2021. Decisions:

  • In the settings Wireless Projection on Honor turn on the option Transmit sound.
  • Update your TV firmware (in the menu Help → Software Update).
  • Use DLNA instead of Miracast - it transmits sound correctly.
How to reduce lag when gaming?

For gaming, latency below is critical 50 msOptimal settings:

  • Use Miracast in mode Game (available on Honor 80 Pro+).
  • Connect the router and TV via cable, and the smartphone to 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
  • Reduce the broadcast resolution to 720p in the projection settings.
  • Turn off background apps on Honor through Settings → Applications → Optimization.

Minimal delay is achieved by using USB-C → HDMI adapter.

Does the Honor 70 support 4K streaming?

Honor 70 supports 4K@30fps only through Google Cast (Chromecast) or HDMI adapterWhen using Miracast maximum resolution - 1080p@60fps. For 4K HDR you will need:

  • TV with support HDMI 2.0+.
  • Adapter USB-C to HDMI 4K (for example, from Anker).
  • Cable HDMI 2.1 for frequency 60 Hz.
How do I disable notifications on my TV screen when mirroring?

When broadcasting via Miracast or Smart View notifications with Honor will be displayed on your TV. To hide them:

  1. Activate the mode Do not disturb on smartphone (Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb).
  2. In the projection settings, enable the option Hide notifications (available on MagicOS 7.1+).
  3. Use DLNA Instead of mirroring, it only streams media files.

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