AirPlay, a useful casting feature on Apple products, allows you to stream media from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac to many different Roku models. That means you can display videos, photos, and other media on your TV. Show
You can AirPlay content to your Roku from directly within apps and websites — like Hulu or HBO Max — on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Or, you can mirror your entire screen to your Roku from the Control Center on your iPhone or iPad, or from the menu bar on your Mac. Here's how to do it all. How to enable AirPlay on RokuKeep in mind that this section applies to streaming content through Airplay. (The next section addresses screen mirroring via Airplay.) Roku models that support AirPlayNot all Roku models will support the AirPlay function. For reference, here are the ones that do: The following devices must be running Roku OS 9.4 or higher
The following devices must be running Roku OS 10.0 or higher
For this to work, you'll also need an Apple device that supports AirPlay, which is any iPhone, iPad, or iTouch running iOS 12.3 or later, or any Mac computer running MacOS Mojave 10.14.5 or later. How to AirPlay from an iPhone or iPad to RokuOn your iPhone or iPad, find the song, video, photo, podcast, or other media you'd like to stream to your TV. The next step changes depending on what app you're trying to stream from. Here are some of the most common examples: From Spotify1. Tap Devices, located in the bottom-left corner of the screen. 2. In the Listening On menu, tap AirPlay or Bluetooth. Tap AirPlay or Bluetooth. Devon Delfino3. Tap the name of your Roku TV. Select the name of your TV. Devon DelfinoFrom the Apple Music app1. Tap the AirPlay button at the bottom-center of the screen (the icon looks like three concentric circles with a triangle underneath). Tap the AirPlay button. Devon Delfino2. Tap the name of your device. From the Photos app1. Tap the Share button, located in the bottom-left corner. 2. Scroll down on the Share menu until you see AirPlay, and tap it. Tap AirPlay. Devon Delfino3. Tap the name of your TV in the pop-up. From Hulu, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video, and other mobile streaming apps1. On the mobile app, begin playing the video you want to watch. 2. Tap the AirPlay icon at the top of the video screen (the icon looks like a square with a triangle underneath it). 3. In the pop-up, select your Roku device from the list of compatible AirPlay devices. How to screen mirror from an iPhone or iPad to RokuYou can also mirror your iPhone to a Roku device via the Roku app. This is accessed through the Control Center on your device. 1. Open the Control Center on your device. On most recent devices, the Control Center can be accessed by swiping down from the upper-right corner of your home screen or lock screen. On older devices (those without a home button), access the Control Center by swiping up from the bottom of the home screen or lock screen. 2. Tap Screen Mirroring in the Control Center. Tap the Screen Mirroring option. Devon Delfino3. In the pop-up, select the name of your Roku device. An AirPlay passcode may appear on your Roku screen — if so, enter the code in the pop-up on your iPhone or iPad. 4. Your entire iPhone or iPad screen should then begin mirroring onto your Roku. How to AirPlay or screen mirror from Mac to RokuSimilarly to the previous section, you can also screen mirror from your Mac to a Roku device. 1. Make sure the AirPlay option is turned on on your Mac computer. 2. If you don't see the AirPlay icon (a square with a triangle popping out of it) in the menu bar at the top of your screen, open System Preferences and select Displays. 3. At the bottom of the Displays page, check the box next to Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available. Make sure the box next to Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available is checked. Devon Delfino4. Once the AirPlay option is turned on and you're in range of your Roku TV, you can then click the AirPlay button in the menu bar at the top of your screen and select your Roku device from the list. 5. An AirPlay passcode may appear on your Roku screen — if so, enter the code in the pop-up on your Mac. 6. Your entire Mac screen should then begin mirroring onto your Roku. Why is AirPlay on Roku not working?There are several reasons why AirPlay may not be working for you. For example, your device might be out of date, your internet connection is too slow, or your devices might not be connected to the same WiFi signal. Here are a few tips to help you troubleshoot the issue:
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Why can't I AirPlay to my Roku TV?Enable the Airplay option of Roku TV
If you are wondering why is my TV not showing up on Airplay, make sure your Roku TV has the Airplay option enabled. To check that, go to Settings > Apple Airplay > HomeKit. Enable the Airplay if it is turned off. Now, try to connect Airplay to Roku TV.
Do Roku TVs allow AirPlay?By comparison, Android and Google products use Google Cast. With AirPlay, you can cast a variety of media like photos, music, and videos to your Apple TV, Roku, and compatible smart TVs. Similar to Google Chromecast, Roku lets you cast your apps directly from your smartphone or tablet to your TV screen.
How do I turn on AirPlay on my TV?Make sure AirPlay is turned on: On the TV remote control, press the (Input select) button and then select (AirPlay). Select AirPlay & HomeKit settings, and then turn on AirPlay.
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