What We Know
- Turn on AirPlay: Go to Control Centre → Tap the AirPlay icon → Choose the Device.
- Use AirPlay: Go to Library → Play a song → Click the AirPlay icon → Choose a device → Choose a song.
Do you doubt whether or not you can AirPlay the content to SonyTV? Fortunately, all the latest model Sony TV supports AirPlay 2 as an in-built feature. It is a handy feature if you don’t want to install an app to stream your favorite content and use it on Sony TV. AirPlay/screen mirroring even works for those who want to transfer their files or presentation to the big screen. Thus, you can AirPlay the photos, videos, and other media content onto your Sony TV from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Ensure you have a stable and robust WIFI connection before AirPlay to Sony Smart TV.
How to AirPlay to Sony TV from iPhone or iPad
For a hassle-free experience, updating your Sony Bravia TV to the latest version is essential. Then connect your iPhone or iPad and Sony TV to the same WiFi network. Finally, ensure to update your Apple device as well.
1. Press the 
Input Select button on your TV remote.
2. Choose AirPlay & HomeKit Settings and tap AirPlay.
3. Click to turn on AirPlay.
Note: Select First Time Only in the Require Code field.
4. Click the below-mentioned icons on your iOS device from the desired app to perform screen mirroring to Sony TV.
- Click on the
AirPlay Video icon to stream videos. - Tap the
Share icon to view the photos on your Sony TV. - Click the
AirPlay Audio icon to stream music on your TV wirelessly.
5. If you want to cast the entire screen on the TV, go to the Control Center.
6. Then, select the Screen Mirroring option.
7. Choose your Sony TV from the list of devices to start AirPlay.
However, once you are done screen sharing the content, turn off the AirPlay on your iPhone.
How to AirPlay to Sony TV from Mac
There are two methods to AirPlay the Sony TV based on the model and OS version, which include
Mac OS Version (12 or later)
1. Pair your Sony TV and iOS device on the same WIFI connection.
2. Launch the Control Center on the top right.
3. Tap on the Screen Mirroring option.
4. Select the Sony TV from the list of devices.
5. Thus, you can AirPlay the phone content on your Sony TV.
Mac OS Version (10.14 – 11)
1. Connect your Mac to the same Wi-Fi network as your Sony Bravia TV.
2. From the top menu bar of your Mac, click the AirPlay icon.
3. Select your Sony TV from the devices available for casting.
4. AirPlay code will be shown on the TV screen. Enter the AirPlay code on your Mac.
5. Once connected, your Mac screen will be mirrored to the Sony TV.
Finally, make sure to turn off the AirPlay on your Mac when you are not using the feature,
AirPlay Supported Sony TVs
The following are the best TV Sony TV models with AirPlay 2 compatibility.
- All Google TV models
- A9S series
- Z8H series
- A8H series
- X95H series (49″, 55″, 65″, 75″ and 85″ models)
- X90H, X91H series
- KM-X9000H series
- XR- X85H series
- XR-X80H, X81xH series
- XR- X95K, X90K, X85K, X80K series
- XR- X90CK, X80CK series
- XR -Z9K series
- XR-A95K, A90K, A80K series
- XR-A80CK series
- KD-W820K series
- KD-X75K series
These Android TV models require a Software update to access Apple AirPlay2 and HomeKit.
- Z9G series
- A9G series
- X950G series
- X850G series (55″, 65″, 75″ and 85″ models)
- Z9F series
- A9F series
How to Identify the Sony TV OS to Begin AirPlay
Sony produces Smart TVs that run on Google TV and Android TV with the AirPlay feature. The interface of the TV might vary slightly, so it is essential to know the operating system of your TV to enable AirPlay on your device.
Google TV OS:
- There will be a Google TV text at the top left corner of the TV screen.
- Upon signing in to your Google account, click the Profile icon at the top right to view the dashboard.
- If you haven’t signed in, there will be a message about Google TV at the bottom screen.
Android TV OS:
- There will be no Google account icon at the top right of the TV screen.
- You will see a Settings icon at the top right corner of the screen instead of a Profile icon.
Why is AirPlay Not Working on Sony TV?
If the AirPlay feature is not working on Sony Bravia Television, you may face issues like buffering, freezing, or black screen problems. For that, you can try some troubleshooting ideas to resolve the problem.
- Check that your Sony TV and iOS or Mac devices are connected to the same WIFI.
- Ensure that your Sony SmartTV is compatible with Apple AirPlay.
- Reset the Network connection on your router and iOS device.
- Update your Sony TV to the latest version of the firmware
- Restart your Sony TV and iOS device.
- Disable the Firewall on your Mac device.
- Factory reset your Sony TV to bring back the initial settings.
FAQ
Yes. All the latest versions of Sony smart televisions support the AirPlay feature.
In case there is no sound when you AirPlay to Sony TV, then all you have to do is to restart the casting devices and the app as well. Then, ensure the app is up-to-date and sign in to the account again.
Instead of downloading the Apple TV app, you can alternatively download the AirBeam TV app from the Play Store. This app can mirror the iOS devices to the Sony smart TV.
If the AirPlay is slow or not connecting to Sony TV, it may be due to a poor internet connection or the AirPlay feature being disabled on TV.
Yes. Since AirPlay works with WIFI, you must connect Sony TV and an Apple device to the same WIFI to establish a connection.
Update your Sony TV and restart it to let the AirPlay icon appear. Your Sony TV isn’t AirPlay compatible if the AirPlay icon is missing.
AirDroid Cast and AirBeam TV are the best screen mirroring apps for Sony TV.
