Like most smart TVs, Hisense TVs have limited storage. Thus, installing apps from the Hisense TV store will reduce the device’s performance over time. The built-in AirPlay feature on Hisense TV can resolve this issue. Fortunately, all the Hisense TV OSs support AirPlay and thus, you can easily watch the app content on your TV from your Apple device.
Whether your TV space is limited or you want to watch content playing on your tiny screen on the Hisense TV, this article will help you deal with it better.
How to Enable AirPlay on Hisense Smart TV
If you have the Hisense remote on hand, turn on the AirPlay feature on your respective smart TV before beginning the AirPlay process.
Hisense VIDAA TV
- Boot up your Hisense VIDAA TV and navigate to its home menu.
- From there, select the Settings menu.
- Tap on Connection and choose the AiPlay & HomeKit option.
- Further, select AirPlay and turn On the AirPlay toggle.
- Now, your VIDAA TV is ready to AirPlay.
Hisense Roku TV
- Turn on your Hisense Roku TV and choose Settings.
- After that, scroll down and select Apple AirPlay and HomeKit.
- Next, tap on the AirPlay option and enable it.
Hisense Android/Google TV
- After turning on your Android/Google TV, navigate to the home menu.
- Using the Hisense TV remote control, press the Input/Source button.
- Now, click on the AirPlay icon to launch the AirPlay and HomeKit Settings page.
- Select AirPlay and enable the option.
Hisense Fire TV
- Switch on your Fire TV and tap on the Settings icon from the home screen.
- Scroll down and choose Display & Sounds.
- Tap on Apple AirPlay & HomeKit and click the AirPlay option.
- Finally, you can enable the AirPlay toggle.
Hisense XClass/Xumo TV
- Click the Settings option on your Hisense XClass or Xumo TV.
- Choose AirPlay and HomeKit.
- Select AirPlay and turn on the feature.
How to Use AirPlay on Hisense Smart TV
After enabling the AirPlay option, you’re ready to display the content from your Apple device to Hisense TV. By using this feature, you can stream your favorite app content, local videos, and others on a bigger screen.
To AirPlay your desired media content from your Apple devices, such as iPhone, iPad, MacBook, or iMac, follow the steps below.
- Initially, connect your Apple Devices and Hisense TV to the same WiFi.
- Then, open any AirPlay-supported app on the TV and play your favorite content.
- Now, you can tap the AirPlay icon on the playback video.
- Select your Hisense Smart TV name and get the particular content displayed on your TV. You will prompted to enter the AirPlay code if you use the AirPlay feature for the first time.
In a similar way, you can also AirPlay a specific video or audio content from a website on a web browser (Safari/Chrome) to Hisense TV.
Hisense Tip! Once you are done mirroring the content, you can turn off the AirPlay option on your Hisense TV. To disable AirPlay, follow the same steps that we’ve mentioned in the enabling procedure and toggle Off the AirPlay switch.
How Does an AirPlay Icon Look Like?
The AirPlay video icon looks like a rectangular display with a triangle below. Meanwhile, the AirPlay audio icon is like a circular ring with a triangle. Besides finding these AirPlay icons within the app, you can also locate them from the Control Center’s audio/video pane.
When to Use Screen Mirroring on Hisense TV?
If the app doesn’t have a built-in AirPlay feature, you can screen mirror to Hisense smart TV. It will mirror the entire screen from your Apple devices to your Hisense TV.
Screen Mirror iPhone/iPad to Hisense TV
- Connect both mirroring devices to the same WiFi network and enable the AirPlay option.
- Then, play your favorite content from an app or web.
- Pull down the Control Center.
- After that, tap the Screen Mirroring option.
- Finally, choose your Hisense Smart TV name from the list. Now, your entire screen will be mirrored to your Hisense Smart TV.
Screen Mirror Mac to Hisense TV
- Pair Mac and Hisense TV with a common WiFi.
- Play any video content on your Mac.
- Click the Control Center icon and select Screen Mirroring.
- Pick up your Hisense TV from the list and start watching the video on a bigger screen via AirPlay.
Can I AirPlay to Incompatible Hisense TVs?
Yes, besides using AirPlay, you can effortlessly screen mirror the required content on your AirPlay unsupported-Hisense TVs using third-party apps. Several third-party mirroring apps are available on the App Store and can be installed on your smartphone. From the cluster of apps, we personally recommend a few mentioned below.
| Screen Mirroring | Get from Play Store | Get from App Store |
| AirBeamTV | Get from Play Store | Get from App Store |
| Anyview Cast | Get from Play Store | Get from App Store |
| AirDroid Cast | Get from Play Store | Get from App Store |
Can I AirPlay to Hisense TV Without WiFi?
Yes. In addition to the wireless process, you can also purchase the Lightning Digital AV Adapter from Amazon to carry out the wired AirPlay. Once you connect your iPhone and TV using the adapter and HDMI cable, switch the input on Hisense TV to proceed with screen mirroring without AirPlay.
Gaming Experience With AirPlay on Hisense TV
If you’re a pro gamer and wish to showcase your gameplay to your friends and family, then AirPlay comes in handy. By mirroring your whole iPad’s screen, you can use the Hisense TV’s monitor as a secondary display to stream your gameplay with enhanced visuals.
Benefits of Using AirPlay on Hisense TV
Here are some perks of using the AirPlay feature on your Hisense Smart TV instead of downloading an app.
- With AirPlay, you can seamlessly enjoy your favorite videos and audio right on your TV from Apple devices.
- This feature eliminates the need to install the app on Hisense TV, so you will not deal with Hisense storage space running out issues.
- AirPlay also adds a multi-room audio and video feature, allowing multiple AirPlay-enabled devices like soundbars and speakers to play simultaneously.
- The best thing about using AirPlay on TV is you get to experience fine audio and video quality.
How to Fix AirPlay Not Working on Hisense TV Issue
However, in rare scenarios, you will come across Hisense TV AirPlay not working issue due to internet or compatibility issues. If you face one, then follow the below techniques to fix the issue.
- Check the internet and make sure to connect your Hisense TV to a standard WiFi network.
- Play the AirPly device within a specific range (8 meters) to avoid issues.
- Ensure to update the AirPlay devices to avoid technical errors while mirroring.
- Check the AirPlay-2 compatibility of your Hisense TV. Because you can’t use AirPlay on incompatible models.
- In addition, check if any VPN services are enabled on your mirroring devices. If enabled, ensure to turn it off, as it also interrupts the wireless connection between a smartphone and a TV.
- If none of the troubleshooting methods helps to fix the issue, contact Hisense customer support for aid.
FAQ
No, as the AirPlay feature is exclusively available for the Apple ecosystem, you can’t use it on Android or other operating systems. However, you can use third-party apps like AirScreen on your Android smartphone to proceed using AirPlay.
It may be because of connectivity issues such as poor WIFI, weak signal, and interference. At times, the issue may be due to devices being incompatible or running on outdated versions. You will get a black screen when you AirPlay due to HDCP compliance.
Yes. Hisense VIDAA TV supports the AirPlay feature to share content from Mac, iPhone, and iPad to Hisense TV.
Yes. You can screen mirror your Vision Pro by selecting the drop-down icon → Control Center → Mirror My View → Select your Hisense TV.
Yes, if you’re using an AirPlay-enabled music app like Spotify or Apple Music, you can click on the AirPlay Audio icon and choose your Hisense TV. This will play the music from the respective app on your TV.
The Hisense Roku TV R6, R7 & R8 Series are AirPlay compatible.
