Do you want to enjoy a better viewing or listening experience by streaming from your iOS device to your bigger Mac screen? With Apple’s AirPlay feature, you can effortlessly stream video or audio from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to an AirPlay 2-compatible Apple TV or smart TV. This article will guide you on how to AirPlay from iOS to Mac and stream videos and more.
How to Use AirPlay to Stream Videos from iOS to Mac
To begin streaming audio or video from your iOS device to your Mac, update your macOS to Monterey and iOS to the latest version. It’s easy to enable AirPlay once you’ve done this; simply open Control Center or select the AirPlay button in supported apps on your iOS device, and choose your Mac from the list. As soon as your devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, you can start streaming the content to your Mac.
How to Enable or Disable AirPlay on Your Mac Manually
If you’re having problems while streaming or want to disable AirPlay on your Mac, do a manual check by opening the System Preferences app and selecting Sharing. Then, look for AirPlay Receiver in the list of services and deselect the box to disable the feature. It’s also possible to customize your AirPlay settings by restricting it only to devices registered with your Apple ID or setting up a password to enable it.
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use AirPlay to stream videos from my Windows PC?
Yes, but you can only do this using iTunes.
What is AirPlay 2?
AirPlay 2 is the latest version of Apple’s streaming feature which lets users stream audio to multiple rooms, pair speakers, and choose which room to play it in.
What can I do if I don’t have access to a Wi-Fi network?
If you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection, you can connect your devices with a USB cable for low latency streaming.
Can I use my Mac as another AirPlay 2 speaker?
Yes, AirPlay 2-compatible speakers can be synced to play songs, podcasts, or other audio from your Mac simultaneously.
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