How to Cast to Any Smart TV without WiFi

No Wi-Fi for Casting? Whether you’re traveling, in a remote location, or simply want to avoid the hassle of connecting to a network, there are ways to mirror your phone screen directly to a TV without Wi-Fi.

In this post, we’ll walk you through a few different techniques on how to cast to a TV without using WiFi.

Key Takeaways:

1. Device Compatibility: Device support for Miracast, AirPlay, and Chromecast varies by brand and OS. Older devices may have compatibility or stability issues. Remember to check.

2. Wi-Fi Still Needed (in some cases): Wi-Fi Direct or AirPlay does not require a traditional router-based Wi-Fi connection, but Wi-Fi Direct still requires the devices to establish a point-to-point connection using Wi-Fi signals, even though no router is involved. AirPlay can also work without a Wi-Fi network using peer-to-peer connections between devices.

3. Network for Streaming: Streaming online content like Netflix or YouTube needs an internet connection, even with direct mirroring. However, local media doesn't require an internet connection.

Part 1: How to Cast Android Phone to TV without WiFi?

There are a few different methods to do this. They mainly involve solutions built into the Android system.

1Built-in Screen Mirroring Feature on Android Phone

The core principle of Wi-Fi Direct and Miracast is to establish a direct, point-to-point connection between the sender (e.g., a smartphone or laptop) and the receiver (e.g., TV or wireless adapter) without the need for an external router.

This method is compatible with most Android devices, certain Windows PCs, and TVs or receivers that support Miracast. Common examples include Samsung TVs, some Sony models, and external Miracast dongles like the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter.

Most Android phones come with a built-in screen mirroring feature that allows you to mirror the phone's display on a TV or other external display. The feature is typically called "Screen Cast", " Cast" or "Wireless Display" and can be found in the settings menu on the device.

Here are the steps to mirror the screen of an Android phone to a TV:

2Cast Android to TV with Chromecast Device

Some devices might also require additional devices such as Chromecast to be able to cast the screen to a TV. With Chromecast, you can do it in two ways:

Chromecast establishes a temporary connection using either ultrasound or a PIN code, allowing guests to connect without being on the same network as the Chromecast. Technically, Chromecast still operates within a Wi-Fi environment, which can be provided by a mobile hotspot instead of a traditional router.

However, this doesn’t require an external internet connection. If a phone provides a hotspot to the Chromecast, it still uses Wi-Fi, but without an internet connection, making it suitable for local casting.

Some older Chromecast models may have limited support for Guest Mode, so it's important to check the model or refer to Google's official documentation.

How to use Chromecast in guest mode to Cast Android to TV?

Here's how to use Chromecast in Guest Mode to cast the screen of an Android phone to a TV:

How to use Chromecast with an Ethernet Internet Connection

Chromecast can be used with an Ethernet internet connection by connecting the Chromecast to a compatible Ethernet adapter. Here's how to use Chromecast with an Ethernet internet connection:

3Using an HDMI Cable and Adapter

To cast your phone’s screen to a TV using an HDMI cable and adapter, you will need a phone with a USB-C port, an HDMI cable, and a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Here are the steps to follow:

4Connect Mobile Hotspot

It is possible to mirror your phone's screen to a TV using a mobile hotspot, but it requires additional equipment and setup. Here's an overview of the steps you'll need to take:

Part 2: How to Cast iPhone to TV without WiFi?

iOS devices have specific solutions built to allow users to mirror iPhones and iPads to a TV. These include:

1Use Peer-To-Peer Airplay

AirPlay allows Apple devices to discover and connect with each other using Bluetooth Low Energy and Wi-Fi Direct, enabling screen mirroring or multimedia playback without needing to be on the same Wi-Fi network.

It is compatible with iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple TVs (or TVs that support AirPlay). According to Apple's official support, specific hardware (Apple TV HD or later) and a recent iOS version are required.

A common misconception is that AirPlay only works in a router-based environment. In reality, if the hardware is recent enough, point-to-point AirPlay can be used without a traditional network.

To use AirPlay, devices don't need to be on the same network, or on any network at all. Therefore, to the question, you DON'T need a Wi-Fi network to use AirPlay for screen mirroring.

2Use An Apple Lightning Connector

The Lightning connector is simply a cable used to connect iOS devices to other peripheral devices. You can use it to connect an iOS device to a TV this way:

In addition, the Apple Lightning connector is compatible with devices with a lightning port and not devices with a USB-C port.

Part 3: Bonus: Cast Your Phone to A PC without WiFi (Android & iPhone)

If you’re using a PC and you want to cast your phone’s screen to it, then AirDroid Cast is the best solution for you. AirDroid Cast is extremely versatile, allowing you to cast your phone with or without WiFi. You can do this using a USB cable.

Let’s look at how you can cast your phone to your PC without using WiFi. You can do this in the following steps.

If you’re using a PC and you want to cast your phone’s screen to it, then AirDroid Cast is the best solution for you. AirDroid Cast is extremely versatile, allowing you to cast your phone with or without Wi-Fi. You can do this using a USB cable.

Part 4: The Bottom Line

Although Wi-Fi is a great option for screen casting, it places a lot of strain on mobile devices and it is also subject to lag. Exploring alternative screen-casting methods can help you to avoid these drawbacks.

AirDroid Cast presents a solid option for screen mirroring without using Wi-Fi. It is a powerful solution, allowing you to connect to your PC using a USB cable. It also bears a lot of benefits that are suitable for a wide variety of use cases.

Part 5: FAQs about Casting Phone to TV without WiFi

What is the most common way to cast a phone's screen to a TV without using WiFi?

Elsa

The most common way to cast a phone's screen to a TV without WiFi is to use a hardwired connection, such as an HDMI cable.

Can I cast my phone's screen to a TV if my phone and TV are not on the same WiFi network?

Elsa

Yes, you can cast your phone's screen to a TV even if they are not on the same WiFi network, as long as you use a wired or wireless HDMI/Miracast dongle.

Are there any other ways to cast a phone's screen to a TV without using WiFi?

Elsa

Another option is to use a cable such as USB-C to HDMI, which allows you to connect your phone directly to the TV without any additional devices, but again it won't require WiFi.

Does casting a phone's screen to a TV without WiFi affect the phone's battery life?

Elsa

Hardwired connection options, such as HDMI cable and USB-C to HDMI, will not affect the phone's battery life.