Airplay For Mac

AirPlay is a technology created by Apple that lets you stream the display signal from your Mac to your second- or third-generation Apple TV. As well as beaming movies and music from iTunes, more.
I have always been a great fan of “AirPlay” that makes wireless streaming incredibly simple. You can use it to stream video or mirror your iPhone or Mac display to Apple TV or any compatible speakers. Unfortunately, there is no official way to mirror an iOS device to Mac or Windows PC? However, there is a way to circumvent the obstacle!
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To stream audio from your Mac to your Apple TV, HomePod, or AirPlay-compatible speaker: Make sure that your Mac and speaker are on the same Wi-Fi or ethernet network. Go to Apple menu System Preferences Sound. Under Output, select a speaker that you want to stream audio to.

You can turn on AirPlay on a Mac to mirror the screen of your computer onto a larger display, like an Apple TV or smart TV. AirPlay and Screen Mirroring are particularly handy when doing presentations, or just sharing content on a larger display using almost any smart TV. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.AirPlay is a great way to share content across iOS devices onto Apple or smart TVs. You can share music, photos, videos, or just mirror your entire computer screen on a larger display.Most Apple devices have AirPlay and Screen Mirroring options easily accessible via Settings. Check out the products mentioned in this article:MacBook Pro (From $1299 at Best Buy)How to turn on AirPlay on a Mac 1. First, make sure your Mac is connected to the same WiFi network your Apple or smart TV is. 2. Next, find the video you want to display on AirPlay — either on Safari, QuickPlayer, etc. 3. Open System Preferences. 4. Find the icon for 'Displays' — which looks like a computer monitor. 5. In the Display menu, make sure you have AirPlay on. Do this by using the two blue arrows to access the drop-down menu. 6. Make sure the box where it says 'Show mirroring options in the menu bar when available' is checked, too. 7. Next, find the AirPlay icon in the upper menu bar — it looks like a computer monitor with an arrow at the bottom. 8. Select your smart or Apple TV from the drop-down menu. To stop AirPlay, click the same button and select 'Turn Off AirPlay.'How to setup a Mac for mirroring You can mirror the display of your entire Mac screen onto an Apple or smart TV that is compatible. 1. Make sure your Mac and your smart or Apple TV are connected to the same WiFi network. 2. At the menu on top of your Mac screen, find the AirPlay icon — a monitor with an arrow at the bottom. Click it. 3. Choose the TV you'd like your Mac to be mirrored on. 4. A passcode should appear on your television screen. Enter it on your Mac. 5. To stop screen mirroring, turn AirPlay off. To change how the mirroring display looks or its settings, go here.How to troubleshoot When attempting to use AirPlay on an Apple or smart TV via Mac, the most common misstep is not having both devices connected to the same WiFi network. If things still aren't matching up, access your computer's Firewall by going to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Firewall. Make sure the Firewall is turned off. It may also be that your iOS devices are not up to date. Make sure they are. The final troubleshooting method is just to restart all devices — including your internet modem. Related coverage from How To Do Everything: Tech:How to connect your iPhone to a TV in two different waysHow to connect an iPad to your TV in two different waysHow to connect your Mac computer to a TV, and use a TV as a mirrored screen or second monitor'Why is my Mac so slow?': 6 ways to speed up your Mac computer when its performance is lagging

Watch. Listen. Share. AirPlay lets you do it all.

AirPlay lets you share videos, photos, music and more from Apple devices to your Apple TV, your favourite speakers and popular smart TVs. And what you share always stays personal and private. So sit back and enjoy everything you love — in more places than ever.

Game of Thrones is available on iTunes

And just like that, it’s on TV.

Simply tap the AirPlay icon on your Apple device and share almost anything — the latest movies, home videos, holiday photos, presentations — to your Apple TV or AirPlay 2–enabled smart TV.

AirPlay or AirPlay 2.0 is part of the operating systems that run all Mac computers and iOS mobile devices. As long as they are on the same network, any of these devices can stream content from one to another and to any AirPlay-compatible devices that are also on the network.

Get the full picture on Apple TV 4K.

More than a remarkable way to use AirPlay, Apple TV 4K is the ultimate cinematic experience. Stream 4K HDR video.¹ Enjoy your photos from iCloud. Connect Apple Music to your home theatre.² Even control your HomeKit accessories.

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AirPlay 2–enabled TVs. Now that’s smart.

Leading TV manufacturers are integrating AirPlay 2 directly into their TVs, so now you can effortlessly share or mirror almost anything from your iOS device or Mac on your AirPlay 2–enabled smart TV. You can even play music on the TV and sync it with other AirPlay 2–compatible speakers anywhere in your home.

Sony coming later this year.
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Control it all with a tap.

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Convenient built-in controls appear on your iPhone in apps, on the Lock screen and in Control Centre — so you can easily play, pause, fast-forward, rewind and adjust the volume on your TV.

When bigger is better, mirror it.

AirPlay Mirroring lets you share what’s on your Apple device — websites, presentations, spreadsheets — with everyone in the room on a bigger screen.

Put Siri in charge of your TV.

With AirPlay 2 and HomeKit, you can use Siri on your iPhone to send a video to your TV.³ Better yet, ask Siri to play a specific show in a specific room.

Hey Siri, play Game of Thrones on my lounge room TV

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A must-see Siri suggestion.

When Siri suggests a show to watch — on the Lock screen or in Search — it will also include an option to use AirPlay. So one quick tap on a Siri suggestion, and you’re watching your favourite show on your favourite screen.

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You pick the show. AirPlay picks the TV.

Now AirPlay can automatically play movies and shows in the places you’re most likely to watch them. Over time, AirPlay learns where you prefer to watch TV, and can start playing to the TV in that room with just a tap.

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Your audio. Your way.

With AirPlay 2, you’re in control of your audio. And if you have more than one HomePod or AirPlay 2–enabled speaker, you can enjoy your favourite music or podcasts throughout your house — in perfect sync. You can even play different songs in different rooms.

HomePod and AirPlay. The perfect duet.

HomePod is a breakthrough speaker that uses AirPlay 2 to control music throughout your home — from whatever room you’re in. Together with Siri, it creates an entirely new way to discover and interact with music.

AirPlay 2. Now in more speakers than ever.

Major speaker manufacturers are incorporating AirPlay 2 into their home audio products. And every AirPlay 2–enabled speaker works with the Home app on iOS and macOS.

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Multiroom audio is music to everyone’s ears.

Play your favourite music in one room and stream a podcast to another. Or sync your HomePod or other AirPlay 2–enabled speakers for music throughout your home.

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Anyone can add songs to Up Next.

With AirPlay 2 and Apple Music, your friends can add their own music to the mix.

Ask Siri to play what you want, where you want.

With Siri, your music is there for the asking. Just say the song, say the room and enjoy the music. Siri can also play music on TVs, receivers and speakers that you’ve added to your Home app.

Hey Siri, play the latest album by Lorde in the bedroom

Take a call. Make a call. And the music plays on.

Take an incoming call or play a game on your device without interrupting your music.