Can I cast a WhatsApp video call to my TV - briefly?
Casting a WhatsApp video call directly to your TV is not currently supported by the app or most smart TV platforms. However, you can use external devices like Chromecast or Apple TV to mirror your phone's screen and display the call on your TV.
Can I cast a WhatsApp video call to my TV - in detail?
Casting a WhatsApp video call to your TV is a common request, but the functionality depends on several factors, including the type of TV and its operating system, as well as the device you are using for the call.
For smart TVs running on Android OS or newer Samsung models with Tizen OS, casting from an Android phone can be achieved through the built-in screen mirroring feature. This functionality allows you to display the contents of your phone's screen directly onto your TV. To do this:
- Ensure both your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On your Android device, go to Settings > Connected Devices > Connection Preferences > Cast.
- Select your TV from the list of available devices.
- Once connected, open WhatsApp and initiate or join a video call. The call should now be visible on your TV screen.
If you are using an iPhone, casting to a smart TV is more complex because iOS does not support native screen mirroring to all TV brands. However, Apple TV (4th generation or later) supports AirPlay 2, which allows you to cast your iPhone's screen to the TV. Here’s how:
- Ensure both your Apple TV and iPhone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Open Control Center on your iPhone by swiping down from the top-right corner (or up from the bottom on older models).
- Tap the "Screen Mirroring" button.
- Select your Apple TV from the list of available devices.
- Once connected, open WhatsApp and start or join a video call. The call should be mirrored onto your TV screen.
For non-smart TVs or those that do not support casting natively, you can use external devices such as Chromecast or Roku to enable this functionality:
- Connect the Chromecast or Roku device to your TV's HDMI port and follow the setup instructions.
- Ensure both your casting device (phone) and Chromecast/Roku are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- For Chromecast: Open the Google Home app on your phone, tap the "Cast Screen/Audio" button, and select your Chromecast device. For Roku: Use the Roku mobile app to enable screen mirroring.
- Once connected, open WhatsApp and initiate or join a video call. The call should now be visible on your TV screen through the casting device.