How to watch from your phone on a Samsung TV via Wi-Fi: all the working methods

Do you want to stream video from YouTube, photos from the gallery, or even mirror your smartphone screen to a larger screen Samsung Smart TV, but confused about the settings? Wireless content transfer via Wi-Fi — it's convenient, but not always obvious, especially if the TV and phone are different brands. In this article, we'll look at all current methods connections, from standard Smart View to alternative protocols like Miracast And DLNA.

The main advantage of a Wi-Fi connection is the absence of wires and the ability to control content directly from your phone. However, not all methods are equally stable: some may experience audio lag, while others may reduce picture quality. We tested each method on TVs. Samsung series QLED, Crystal UHD And The Frame (2018–2026), as well as on smartphones Android 10–14 And iPhone With iOS 15–17If your model is older, check the user manual for feature support - some protocols (e.g. Miracast) may not be available on budget TVs.

Before you begin, make sure that:

• 📶 The phone and TV are connected one Wi-Fi network (or the TV is working in access point mode).
• 🔄 The TV is in the "Standby" mode. Screen Mirroring (on the menu Settings → General → Network Services).
• 📱 Your smartphone is allowed to transfer data via Wi-Fi in the background (for Android: Settings → Apps → Special access → Background data).

1. Smart View – Samsung's signature feature

Smart View - this is a proprietary technology Samsung, which allows you to mirror your smartphone's screen to your TV without any additional apps. Works on most models. Samsung TV (since 2016) and supports both Android, and iOS.

To activate Smart View:

1. Open on your TV Settings → General → External devices → Connection devices → Device access and enable the option.
2. On the phone Android Pull down the notification panel and find the icon Smart View (or Screen mirroring). On iPhone use Control Center → Screen Mirroring.
3. Select your TV from the list of available devices.

If icons Smart View not in the curtain, check:

• 🔍 Is the app installed? Samsung SmartThings (for older phone models).
• 🔄 Are the firmware updates on your TV and smartphone (in Settings → Software Update).
• 📵 Is power saving mode enabled on your phone (it may block background data transfer).

⚠️ Warning: On TVs Samsung 2018–2019 when first connecting through Smart View You may be asked to enter the PIN code displayed on the TV screen. If the code does not appear, restart the TV.

2. Miracast is a universal protocol for Android

Miracast — is a wireless screen sharing standard that works across all brands and is supported by most Android-smartphones (starting with version 4.2) and TVs Samsung since 2013. Unlike Smart View, no additional applications are needed here, but the image quality may be worse due to compression.

How to connect:

1. On TV: Settings → General → Network Services → Screen Mirroring (or Screen mirroring).
2. On the phone: Settings → Connections → Advanced → Wireless Display (item name may differ).
3. Select your TV from the list. Confirm the connection on both devices.

If Miracast doesn't work:

• 🔌 Check if your phone supports this technology (for example, some models Xiaomi And Huawei require the option to be enabled in Developer settings).
• 📡 Make sure your TV is not connected to a 5GHz network — Miracast often only works on 2.4 GHz.
• 🔄 Reboot your router: Sometimes IP address conflicts can interfere with your connection.

3. DLNA/UPnP – for media file transfer

Protocol DLNA (or UPnP) allows you to broadcast media files only (videos, photos, music) from your phone to your TV, but don't mirror the entire screen. Suitable if you need to show movies or photos without mirroring. Works on all Samsung Smart TV and does not require the Internet - a local network is enough.

Instructions for Android:

1. Install a media server application like BubbleUPnP or LocalCast.
2. Open the file in the gallery or file manager, select Open with and specify the application for DLNA.
3. Select your TV from the list of devices Samsung.

For iPhone:

• 📱 Use the app TV Assist or AllConnect.
• 🎬 Upload the video to the app and select TV as the output device.
• 🔊 The standard protocol is suitable for music AirPlay (if the TV supports it).

⚠️ Note: Some video formats (eg. MKV with codec H.265) may not be playable through DLNA due to TV limitations. In this case, use Smart View or convert the file.

What formats does DLNA support on Samsung TV?

Most Samsung TVs play via DLNA:

- Video: MP4 (H.264), AVI, MKV (H.264), MOV

- Audio: MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC

- Images: JPEG, PNG, BMP

But there may be resolution limitations (for example, 4K via DLNA is often not supported).

4. Apple AirPlay for iPhone and iPad

If you have iPhone or iPad, and the TV Samsung released after 2018, you can use Apple AirPlayThis protocol allows you to broadcast your screen, video from Safari or media files from applications (YouTube, Netflix and others).

How to connect:

1. Make sure your TV supports it. AirPlay (on the menu Settings → General → Apple AirPlay).
2. On iPhone open Control Center and press Screen mirroring.
3. Choose yours Samsung TV from the list.

If AirPlay doesn't work:

• 🔄 Restart your TV and reset your network settings (Settings → General → Network → Network Reset).
• 🔒 Disable the firewall on your router (sometimes it blocks the protocol) Bonjour, necessary for AirPlay).
• 📱 Update iOS to the latest version (older versions may have compatibility issues).

On Samsung TVs from 2020 to 2026, AirPlay supports streaming in resolutions up to 4K HDR, but only if the router operates at 5 GHz.

5. Third-party applications

If standard methods aren't suitable, third-party apps can be used. They often offer additional features, such as delayed streaming (useful for gaming) or support for non-standard formats.

Popular apps:

• 📺 ApowerMirror - screen duplication with the ability to control from a phone.
• 🎮 TeamViewer QuickSupport — for remote control of TV via phone.
• 📱 Google Home - if the TV supports it Google Cast (rare for Samsung, but it is possible on new models).

How to set up ApowerMirror:

1. Install the application on your phone and TV (if there is a version for Tizen).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your phone, select Mirror and follow the instructions.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (eg. TeamViewer) require registration and may collect data about your devices. Check permissions before installing Google Play or App Store.

6. Alternative methods: cable and adapters

If your Wi-Fi connection is unstable, you can use wired methods:

• 🔌 HDMI adapter (For Android — USB-C/Micro-USB to HDMI, For iPhone — Apple Lightning Digital AV Adapter).
• 📡 Wi-Fi Direct - direct connection between phone and TV without a router (configured in the menu) Settings → Network → Wi-Fi Direct).
• 🖥️ DeX (For Samsung Galaxy) - turns the TV into a full-fledged desktop.

Advantages of a wired connection:

• 🎮 Zero latency is critical for gaming.
• 📶 No dependence on Wi-Fi quality.
• 🔋 Less phone battery consumption.

Flaws:

• 🔌 Additional accessories (adapters, cables) are required.
• 📵 Limited mobility (bound to cable length).

7. Solving common problems

If the broadcast is not working, please check:

If nothing helps:

1. Update your TV firmware (Settings → Support → Software Update).
2. Reset the network settings on your TV (Settings → General → Network → Network Reset).
3. Try connecting via a different Wi-Fi network (such as a mobile hotspot).

⚠️ Warning: On TVs Samsung 2016-2017, after a network reset, you may need to reconfigure all connections, including accounts Samsung Account And Netflix.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to screencast from iPhone to Samsung TV without AirPlay?

Yes, but with limitations. You can use:

• 📱 Apps like ApowerMirror or TeamViewer (require installation on both devices).
• 🔌 Wired adapter Lightning to HDMI (no delays, but cables are required).
• 🌐 DLNA — only for media files, without screen duplication.

Smart View on iPhone works only through AirPlay, if the TV supports it.

Why does video lag when streaming via Wi-Fi?

The reasons may be different:

• 📶 Weak Wi-Fi signal (check the speed on the website speedtest.net).
• 🔄 Network overload (disconnect other devices from the router).
• 📵 Outdated TV or phone firmware.
• 🎬 The video resolution is too high (try lowering the quality in the broadcast settings).

Solution: Use a wired connection (HDMI) or switch the router to 5 GHz frequency.

How to mirror your Android screen to a Samsung TV without Smart View?

Alternative methods:

1. Miracast (built into Android, but requires TV support).
2. Google Cast (if the TV supports Chromecast - rare for Samsung).
3. Applications ApowerMirror, Screen Mirroring (from Google Play).
4. Wi-Fi Direct (direct connection without router).

Older TVs (before 2016) may require MHL adapter (wired connection via HDMI).

Is it possible to stream games from your phone to your TV without lag?

For games, minimal latency is critical (input lag). Optimal methods:

• 🎮 Wired connection through HDMI adapter (delay ~10 ms).
• 📶 Miracast in mode Game Mode (if supported by TV).
• 🖥️ Samsung DeX (For Galaxy-smartphones, delay ~30–50 ms).

Wireless methods (Smart View, DLNA) give a delay of 100 ms, which is unacceptable for dynamic games.

Why can't some videos play on my TV via DLNA?

Televisions Samsung have limitations on supported formats:

• 🎬 Codecs: H.264 (AVC) usually works, but H.265 (HEVC) does not.
• 🔊 Audio: AC3 (Dolby Digital) may not play without additional codecs.
• 📁 Containers: MKV is partially supported, AVI - only with certain parameters.

Solution: Convert files to MP4 (H.264 + AAC) by using HandBrake or VLC.