What is a TV?
A TV is a piece of electrical equipment with a glass screen on which you can watch programs with pictures and sounds. TV is an abbreviation for `television’.
How To Connect Phone To TV in South Africa?
Chromecast
Chromecast is a video streaming device that plugs into your TV’s HDMI port. You can stream content from Netflix, Hulu Plus, YouTube and other services to the TV via Chromecast. Once you’ve installed the Google Home app on your Android device, all you have to do is tap the Cast button in any video app and select Cast Screen / Audio to start casting it.
Miracast
Miracast is another wireless display standard that works between devices using Wi-Fi Direct technology (the same way Wi-Fi Direct works for file transfers). To use Miracast with your Android device or tablet, make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and then launch an app that supports this feature in one of them—for example: Netflix or Google Play Movies & TV on the mobile device side; Plex Media Server or VLC in computer mode. You’ll be able to see everything playing on whichever screen has been selected as output (or both if desired).
How to wirelessly connect iPhones and iPad devices to your TV
You can also wirelessly connect your iPhone or iPad to your TV.
- Connect your iPhone, or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as your AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV(Many TCL smart TV support Airplay 2);
- Open Control Center;
- Click Screen Mirroring;
- Choose your smart TV that supports AirPlay 2 from the list;
- Enter the passcode on your iOS or iPadOS device if an AirPlay passcode pops up on your TV screen.
To stop mirroring on your iOS or iPadOS device, visit Control Center, select Screen Mirroring, and then select Stop Mirroring or use your TV remote to select Menu.
In addition to the various methods outlined above, if you own a TCL Smart TV, you have the advantage of utilizing integrated features like screen mirroring and Airplay that cater specifically to TCL users. Here’s a step-by-step guide to maximizing these functionalities:
Step-by-Step Guide to TCL Screen Mirroring:
Prepare Your Devices: Ensure your TCL Smart TV and Android device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Enable Screen Mirroring on Your TV: On your TCL TV, navigate to ‘Settings’ and select ‘Connected Devices.’ Choose ‘Screen Mirroring’ and ensure it’s set to ‘On.’ Start Mirroring on Your Smartphone: On your smartphone, access the ‘Settings’ menu, tap on ‘Connection & sharing,’ and select ‘Cast.’ Look for your TCL TV in the list of available devices and tap to connect.
Enjoy Your Content: Once the connection is established, your smartphone or tablet screen will be displayed on your TCL TV, allowing you to enjoy apps, photos, or videos on a larger screen. Leveraging TCL Google TV Airplay:
Check Compatibility: Confirm that your TCL Google TV supports Airplay (a feature predominantly available on TCL models supporting Apple ecosystems).
Connect to Wi-Fi: Like with screen mirroring, both your iOS device and TCL Google TV must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
Access Airplay on Your TCL TV: On your TCL Google TV, access ‘Settings’ and navigate to ‘Apple AirPlay and HomeKit.’ Make sure the airplane is turned on.
Begin Airplay from Your iOS Device: Swipe to open the Control Center on your iOS device, tap ‘Screen Mirroring,’ and select your TCL Google TV from the available devices. Enter Passcode if Required: If prompted, enter the AirPlay passcode displayed on your TV screen into your iOS device to establish the connection.
Stream Your Content: Once connected, you can share photos, and videos, and even mirror your entire iOS device screen on your TCL TV. By following these straightforward steps, you can optimally use your TCL TV’s unique features to get more enjoyment out of your viewing experience.
How do I turn my TV into a smart TV in South Africa?
You can use an external streaming device to turn your regular TV into a smart TV. These are small dongles or boxes with internet connectivity that support video and music streaming services.
Some well-known streaming devices you may have heard of include Google TV, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick and Google Chromecast.