Modern technology gives us several clever ways to connect a smartphone to a TV. The big screen changes everything. Games mobile on 65 inches is a completely new experience, and family viewing of photos is no longer inconvenient. Moreover, streaming from your phone on the couch is more convenient than on a small screen.
Connection via Wi-Fi, the most popular method
The most popular solution is to use the network WiFi. All you need is that your phone and TV are on the same network. IN phones Samsung we will find the Smart View function, in other models it may be called Screen Mirroring or simply “Screen Sharing”. iPhones use AirPlay for this. The process itself is very simple – we select the appropriate option on the phone and select our TV from the list of available devices.
An HDMI cable will make everything run smoother
The HDMI cable ensures a stable connection and the highest image quality. Phones with a USB-C port can be connected directly with a special cable. It is worth paying attention to the cable standard – for 4K images we need at least High Speed HDMI.
Connection via Bluetooth
Although it is mainly associated with transmitting sound, Bluetooth can be a great support when using Smart TV. The phone turns into a convenient remote control and even a keyboard for entering passwords.
MultiView
An interesting option is the Multi View function available on Samsung TVs. It allows you to divide the screen in half – on one part we can see the content of the phone, on the other we can watch a normal program. Perfect when you don't want to miss a match by checking social media.