Article Insight:
- Screen mirroring to Sony Smart TV is possible from Android phones, iPhones, and PC.
- To mirror your iPhone screen, you have to enable the AirPlay feature on your Sony Smart TV.
- If you want to screen mirror to Sony BRAVIA TV, use a MiraCast-compatible smartphone.
Have you ever wished to watch the content playing on your mobile/PC on your Sony TV? Well, the Screen Mirroring feature makes it possible. This article will explain simple ways to do it on different Sony TV models.
How to Screen Mirror to Sony Smart TV
A Sony Smart TV with Android & Google OS supports screen mirroring from a number of devices like Android phones, iPhones, and PCs. You can do it by following the below instructions.
From Android Mobile
1. Connect your Sony TV to the WiFi to which your Android phone is connected.
2. While your TV is on, open the Quick Settings menu on your phone and tap the Screen Cast/Smart View option.
3. Select your TV name from the list of available devices. Then tap Start now on the pop-up that appears to start mirroring your screen to your TV and enjoy your favorite content.
If the above methods don’t work on your phone, install the Google Home app and link it to your Sony TV. Then select your TV → tap Cast my screen → Cast screen → Start now.
From iPhone
If you have Sony Google or Android TV with Apple AirPlay 2 support, follow the below steps to screen mirror from your iPhone.
Note: Make sure you have updated your Sony TV and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the iPhone.
1. Press the Input/Source button on your remote and select Edit → AirPlay. Then, press the Back button and select AirPlay.
2. Select AirPlay & HomeKit Settings and select the AirPlay option to turn it on.
3. Now open the Control Center on your iPhone and select the Screen mirroring option. Then, select your TV from the list of available devices to start mirroring your iPhone.
From PC
You can mirror your Windows computer screen to your Sony TV using the Google Chrome browser. Here’s how to do it.
1. Connect your PC and Sony TV to the same Wi-Fi network and open the Chrome browser on your PC.
2. Click the Settings/Menu icon (3 horizontal lines), select Cast, and tap on your Sony TV name on the devices list.
3. After connection, click on Cast desktop and bring your whole PC’s screen to your Sony TV.
Note: You can also use an HDMI cable to screen mirror your computer screen to your Sony TV.
How to Screen Mirror to Sony BRAVIA TV
Screen mirroring on a BRAVIA TV requires a smartphone with MiraCast support. After ensuring that your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi, go with the upcoming steps.
1. Turn on your TV, press the Input button on the remote, and select Screen mirroring.
2. Find the screen mirroring option/icon on your phone settings and tap on it.
3. Follow the prompts and choose your TV from the available devices to start screen mirroring.
If you have a Sony Xperia phone, go to Settings → Device Connection → Screen mirroring → Start → OK → Select your device. Now, the screen mirroring will begin.
Now you have all the knowledge to get your smartphone or PC’s content on your Sony TV without transferring it. Make use of this method and enjoy streaming on the big screen.
FAQ
1. Can I screen mirror streaming apps from my phone to Sony TV?
Yes, you can screen mirror any apps on your mobile phone to Sony TV unless the developers have restricted doing it like on Netflix.
