How to AirPlay ITV Hub from iOS & Mac to Apple TV/Smart TV

ITVX is one of the favorite streaming services for users in the UK. The platform offers thousands of iconic series, sitcoms, cult classic dramas, catch-ups, live TV, on-demand titles, etc. Previously the app was known as ITV Hub and is now rebranded to ITVX. If you want to watch the ITV Hub/ITVX app without installing the app on your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV, you can AirPlay ITVX app from your Apple device to watch the content on the big screen.

How to AirPlay ITV Hub/ITVX from iPhone/iPad to Apple TV/Smart TV

Below are the steps to AirPlay the ITVX content from your iPhone/iPad to Apple TV or AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV.

#1. Turn on your AirPlay 2-TV or Apple TV, and connect it to a standard WIFI connection.

#2. Enable the AirPlay option on your TV. To do so, Go to Settings → Hit AirPlay and HomeKit → Turn on the AirPlay.

#3. Switch On the iPhone/iPad and connect it to the same WIFI connection.

#4. Go to the App Store on your iPhone and install the ITVX app.

#5. Register for an ITVX account using the email ID and password and sign in to your account to launch the app.

#6. Play any video of your choice on the ITVX/ ITV Hub.

#7. Navigate to the Control Center on your iPhone and hit the Screen Mirroring icon.

#8. Once the device got successfully scanned, select the AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV name to establish the mirroring function.

#9. Enjoy watching the shows of ITVX/ ITV Hub on your TV.

Note: If you are using the app outside the UK, use any trusted VPN like Express VPN to access the content.

How to AirPlay ITV Hub/ITVX from Mac to Apple TV/Smart TV

Below are the steps to AirPlay the ITV Hub/ITVX content from your Mac to Apple TV or AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV.

#1. Turn On the Mac and connect it to a strong WIFI connection.

#2. Allow the AirPlay function on your Mac. To do so, click Settings and enable AirPlay under the AirPlay and Homekit option.

#3. Visit the official website of ITVX on any available browser on your Mac.

#4. Sign in to your account with the necessary login credentials.

#5. Open the videos you want to AirPlay to your compatible smart TV.

#6. Hit the AirPlay icon present in the top right corner.

#7. Once the scanning is completed, select your TV name from the list of names on your Mac screen.

#8. Your Mac screen will be mirrored to the Apple TV or AirPlay 2 compatible smart TV enjoy watching your favorite shows from ITV Hub/ ITVX.

How to AirPlay ITV Hub/ITVX from iPhone/iPad to Android TV

If you use the latest model of Android TV, it must have the AirPlay feature.

#1. Connect your iPhone/iPad and Android TV to the same WIFI connection.

#2. Next, navigate to Settings and enable AirPlay on Android TV.

#3. Launch the ITVHub mobile app on your iPhone.

#4. Play a movie or any other content and pull down the Control Centre.

#5. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon and select the Android TV.

#6. Once it is connected, the content will stream on your Android TV.

How to Resolve ITV Hub/ITVX AirPlay Not Working Issues with the VPN

If you are streaming the content ITV Hub/ITVX, you need to use a trusted VPN. However, if you encounter technical issues while using the VPN, follow the below troubleshooting techniques to resolve the not working issues.

• Ensure you are using a strong WIFI connection while AirPlaying the content.
• Check whether both the devices are connected to the same WIFI connection if you find no picture when AirPlay.
• Ensure you use the correct VPN credentials to sign in to your account.
• Clear the cookie or caches stored on your mirroring device.
• Disable the IPv6 and DNS leak protection under the VPN settings.
• Try to change the server located inside the UK.
• Make sure there is no VPN server outage.
• Disconnect all the firewalls like an ad blocker which blocks the VPN connection.
• Restart the device once and connect to the VPN to make the AirPlay work without issues.
• Update iTV Hub to the latest version if you see a black screen on the Apple TV.

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