Apple AirPlay makes it easier for you to share your phone media with other people around you without having to pass the phone around. And with TVs like Samsung Smart TV, equipped with AirPlay 2 Support, you can do this without any stress. However, the process of setting up AirPlay on Samsung TV can sometimes be confusing for some users, and that’s why we are here to help. Let’s find out how to AirPlay on Samsung TV.
How to Turn On AirPlay on Samsung TV
1. Press the Settings button on your remote. This usually looks like a gear icon and your screen should look like the image below.
If you see numbers on your screen like in the image below, click the Up direction button on your remote and you should see the Settings option.
2. Once you’re in the Settings menu, scroll down to Connection and press enter
3. Scroll down to Apple AirPlay Settings and press enter.
Your TV will start scanning for available networks. If your Wi-Fi is working properly, you should see your home network listed.
4. Turn on Apple AirPlay
How to AirPlay from iPhone to Samsung TV
1. Ensure your iPhone and Samsung TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. This is essential for AirPlay functionality to work properly.
2. On newer iPhone models, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to open the Control Center. For older models, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
3. In the Control Center, tap the Screen Mirroring button (two overlapping rectangles) or select AirPlay. This will display a list of available AirPlay-enabled devices on your network
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4. From the list of devices, select your Samsung TV. If prompted, enter the passcode displayed on your TV screen to establish the connection.
5. Stream Content or Mirror Your Screen
Once connected, you can either stream specific media like videos and photos directly from apps (e.g., Photos or YouTube) or mirror your entire iPhone screen to display everything on your TV.
How to stop AirPlay
To disconnect, return to the Control Center, tap Screen Mirroring, and select Stop Mirroring. Alternatively, stop streaming directly within the app you’re using.
How to AirPlay from iPad to Samsung TV
1. Connect your iPad and Samsung TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Without this, AirPlay will not function properly.
2. Follow the steps above to turn on AirPlay on your Samsung TV
3. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPad screen to open the Control Center
3. Click on the screen mirroring icon.
4. Click on your Samsung TV name among the list of available devices to start streaming your entire device.
If prompted, enter the passcode displayed on your TV screen into your iPad to establish a connection.
Let’s say you did not want to stream your entire device but a single app or media, follow the instructions below:
5. Launch the app or media you want to share, such as Photos, Videos, or Music. Look for the AirPlay icon—a rectangle with an arrow pointing upward.
6. Control Playback or Stop AirPlay:
Once connected, you can control playback directly from your iPad or adjust settings like volume and playback speed via the Control Center. To stop AirPlay, return to Screen Mirroring in Control Center and select Stop Mirroring
How to AirPlay from iPhone to Samsung TV
1. Make sure your MacBook and your AirPlay-compatible Samsung TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. This is essential for AirPlay to work properly.
2. Click the Control Center icon in the menu bar at the top right of your MacBook screen. If you’re using macOS Monterey or later, this is where you’ll find the AirPlay options.
For MacOS Big Sur 11.0 or earlier, click the AirPlay Icon from the Menu Bar.
3. In the Control Center, click on Screen Mirroring. This option allows you to mirror your MacBook screen to your TV.
4. From the list of available devices, select the name of your TV. If prompted, enter the AirPlay code displayed on your TV to establish the connection.
5. Once connected, you can either mirror your entire MacBook screen or stream specific content from supported apps. To mirror, simply select your TV from the Screen Mirroring options. For streaming specific content, look for the AirPlay icon within apps like iTunes or Safari.
6. To disconnect, return to the Control Center, click Screen Mirroring, and select Stop Mirroring next to your TV’s name.
Final Thoughts
If you are having trouble setting up AirPlay with you Samsung TV, confirm that you are using an AirPlay compatible TV. Additionally, update the software of both your Apple device and your Samsung TV. Latest software updates usually come with bug fixes, latest features, security patches and performance improvements. You can read our detailed guide on how to update your Samsung TV.
