What To Know
- For music, open Control Center > long-press Music > tap AirPlay icon > choose device > Done.
- To mirror phone screen, open Control Center > choose Screen Mirroring or AirPlay Mirroring > select device > Done.
This article explains how to enable AirPlay on your iPhone to stream data wirelessly between your phone and other compatible devices on the same Wi-Fi network. AirPlay on an iPhone requires an AirPlay-compatible speaker system, an Apple TV, or an Airport Express hub.
How to Configure AirPlay on an iPhone
To set up AirPlay on an iPhone, follow these steps:
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Make sure that both the iPhone and AirPlay receiver are powered on and connected to the same wireless network.
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On the iPhone, down from the upper-right corner to open the Control Center.
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Tap and hold the Music control area, then select the AirPlay icon.
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Choose a device to connect over AirPlay.
If you connect to an Apple TV that isn't on the same Wi-Fi network as the iPhone, enter the code displayed on the TV into the phone.
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On some devices, select Done to establish the connection.
How to Mirror the iPhone Display
With AirPlay enabled and iPhone's built-in screen mirroring feature, you can display your iPhone's screen on your Apple TV or another iOS compatible device like the Roku.
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Open the Control Center on your iPhone.
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Select Screen Mirroring or AirPlay Mirroring, depending on the iOS version.
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Choose your Apple TV or another compatible device.
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Enter the AirPlay passcode displayed on your TV into your iPhone.