How to stream from an iPhone using AirPlay 2

Someone streaming from iphone to a Samsung TV with Airplay 2

No matter what you enjoy streaming on your iPhone, you can now enjoy it all on your Samsung TVs. With AirPlay 2 available on select Samsung TV models (2018 - 2023), you'll be able to stream shows, movies, music, and even cast images from your Apple devices directly to your TV. You can also cast to Samsung Smart Monitors.

Pictures, videos, and music can be shared from your iOS devices, like iPhones, iPads, and Macs, right on your Samsung TV and Samsung Smart Monitor with AirPlay 2. You’ll need to make sure your TV and Smart Monitor are connected to the internet, and that your iOS device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Note: Most mobile hotspots do not allow communication between devices even when connected to the same network. If you use a mobile hotspot for your internet connection, AirPlay will not work.

  1. You may need to enable AirPlay on your TV or Smart Monitor before you can start streaming content. To do this, navigate to Settings (All Settings), select General (on 2023 models and the Freestyle projector select Connection), and then select Apple AirPlay Settings. From here, you can turn on the feature.

  2. To share photos or videos, open the Photos app on your phone. Select the photo or video you want to share, and then tap the Share icon in the bottom left. 

    iPhone 12 with share button highlighted
  3. Tap AirPlay, and then tap the name of the TV or Smart Monitor you want to stream to.

    AirPlay option highlighted
  4. You may see a code on the screen. Enter this code into your phone to make the content appear. The image or video will display on your selected device.

  5. To stream music, navigate to and open a music player on your phone, such as Spotify. Select a song, and then tap the AirPlay icon at the bottom of the screen. 

  6. Next, select the name of the TV or Smart Monitor you want to stream to.

    Music playing with Samsung 7 Series selected for AirPlay
  7. You may see a code on the screen. Enter this code into your phone to make the content appear. The audio will begin playing through the device you select.

    AirPlay code on iPhone 12 to connect to the Samsung TV
  8. To stop playing music, tap the AirPlay icon again and then deselect your TV or Smart Monitor.

  9. Alternatively, if you were already playing audio on your phone, just swipe down on the screen from the upper right to open the control center. Then, tap the AirPlay icon on the audio player to start streaming to your desired device.

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