How to Airplay To Nvidia Shield TV from iPhone, iPad, & Mac
Quick Guide
- AirPlay from iOS: Turn on your TV > Open the Play Store > Search AirScreen > Install it > Open the AirScreen > Give access the necessary permission > Connect both devices with same WI-FI > Open Control Center (iOS) > Tap Screen Mirroring > Choose Nvidia Shield TV > Start streaming.
- AirPlay from Mac: Turn on your TV > Open the Play Store → Search AirScreen → Install it > Open the AirScreen → Give Access the necessary permission → Connect Mac & TV to the same WIFI → Click the AirPlay icon → Start streaming.
Nvidia Shield is an Android-based streaming device that can transform your regular TV into a smart TV. While it does not have a built-in AirPlay function, it does support casting. This means you can use third-party apps to Airplay to Nvidia Shield TV from iPhone, iPad, & Mac OS. Here’s How:
How to AirPlay Nvidia Shield from iOS Devices
Although the latest model of Nvidia Shield does not support AirPlay 2, you can still AirPlay content from your iOS device to your Nvidia Shield-connected TV by installing a third-party app on your TV.
Of the many AirPlay apps available for Android, we have found that AirScreen is the most reliable and user-friendly option.
Read also: Best AirPlay Apps For Android & Android TV
To AirPlay content from your iOS device to your Nvidia Shield-connected TV, follow these steps:
1) Turn on your Nvidia Shield-connected TV.
2) Open the Play Store application on your Nvidia TV.
3) Type & Search “AirScreen” using the virtual keyboard and press OK.
4) Click on the Install button to install the AirScreen app on your Nvidia Shield TV.
5) Open the AirScreen app after installation.
6) Now, Allow the necessary permission on the AirScreen app to AirPlay the content.
7) Connect your TV and iOS device to the same Wi-Fi connection.
Note: Once connected to the same Wi-Fi network, your device is ready to share the content from your iOS to the Nvidia Shield-connected TV.
8) Swipe up and go to the Control Center of your iOS device and tap the Screen Mirroring option.
9) Choose your Nvidia Shield-connected TV from the list of available Airplay devices.
10) Finally, start streaming content from your iOS device to your Nvidia Shield-connected TV.
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How to AirPlay To Nvidia Shield TV from Mac
To AirPlay content from your Mac to your Nvidia Shield-connected TV, you will need to install the AirScreen app on your TV. Once the app is installed, follow these steps:
1) Launch the app once you have installed the AirScreen application on your TV.
2) Grant the necessary permissions to run the app.
3) Ensure your Mac and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
4) On your Mac, open the Control Center and click the AirPlay icon.
5) Select your Nvidia Shield-connected TV from the list of available devices.
6) Once your devices are paired, you can stream the content from your Mac to the TV.
How to AirPlay/Screen Mirror to Nvidia Shield TV Via AirDroid Cast Web
If you want to AirPlay content to your Nvidia Shield TV without installing any third-party app, you can try using AirDroid Cast Web.
AirDroid Cast Web is a web-based app that allows you to AirPlay content from your iOS or Mac device to your Nvidia Shield TV.
1) First, go to the AirDroid website and download it on your iOS device or Mac.
2) On your Nvidia Shield TV, open the Chrome browser and go to webcast.airdroid.com.
3) Wait until the QR code comes up. To start the screen mirroring, accept the permissions.
4) Scan the code using your iOS device or enter the Cast code. To mirror your Mac screen, select WLAN and then select Share this computer screen. Make sure to enter the code.
5) You can now play audio or video on your iOS or Mac computer and stream it to your Nvidia Shield TV.
Read also: How to AirPlay from Mac to Apple TV?