Yes, on Samsung TV models and regional variants that list Apple AirPlay support. The Apple device and television must be on the same local network; model year, region and content restrictions can limit availability. Open the television's AirPlay settings to confirm that it is on before you try from the iPhone or Mac.
What this covers
- Samsung Smart TVs whose official specifications or AirPlay settings list Apple AirPlay
What it does not cover
- ×Older or regional variants without AirPlay in their specification
Try in this order
0 of 7 completedCheck the exact model specification
ReversibleUse the full Samsung model code, including regional suffix, and confirm Apple AirPlay appears in official specifications.
Connect both devices to one network
ReversibleUse the same non-guest Wi-Fi and temporarily disable VPN or client isolation during discovery.
Enable Apple AirPlay Settings
ReversibleOn the TV, open General or Connection settings and turn Apple AirPlay on.
Test with a simple supported item
ReversibleStart with a photo or non-protected video, accept the on-screen code and then try the intended app.
Check the TV is 2018 or newer, then open Apple AirPlay Settings
ReversibleOpen Settings, General, Apple AirPlay Settings on the TV and turn AirPlay on if it is currently switched off.
Put both devices on the same Wi-Fi network
ReversibleSamsung states that the TV and the Apple device being connected to the same Wi-Fi network is the core requirement for AirPlay.
Test with a photo from your iPhone
ReversibleOpen Photos, select a picture, tap the share icon and choose AirPlay. If the TV appears and shows the picture, the setup is working.
Samsung
Which Samsung TVs support AirPlay 2 and where the settings are
AirPlay support on Samsung TVs starts with the 2018 model year.
- Models
- Samsung TVs from 2018 onwards: the 2018 QLED 4K, 4K UHD and N5300 Smart Full HD; 2019 8K/4K QLED, Frame and Serif; 2020 adds Crystal UHD; and 2021 8K/4K QLED, Frame and Crystal UHD.
- Settings
- Settings, General, Apple AirPlay Settings, where you can turn AirPlay on and check compatibility.
- Requirement
- The TV and the Apple device must be on the same Wi-Fi network.
- Security
- Require Code lets you demand a code the first time you connect an Apple device, every time, or a code you choose. Reset Paired Devices clears all Apple devices from the TV's memory.
- Streaming
- In Photos, select content, tap the share icon, choose AirPlay, select the TV and enter the code if one appears.
Stop boundary
When this stops being a self-service repair
- !If the TV never appears as an AirPlay target, restart the router and the TV and check for a TV software update before resetting the paired devices list.
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Exact questions
Common questions about “Does AirPlay work with Samsung TVs?”
How do I stop strangers streaming to my TV?+
Use Require Code in Apple AirPlay Settings, and Reset Paired Devices to clear the devices the TV remembers.
Does my 2017 Samsung TV support AirPlay 2?+
Samsung's list starts with the 2018 model year, so a 2017 model is not on it.
Where do I find the AirPlay settings?+
Samsung's path is Settings, General, Apple AirPlay Settings, where you can turn AirPlay on, set Require Code and reset paired devices.
What is the code for?+
Require Code asks for a code the first time you connect an Apple device, every time, or a code you choose, so nobody else can send content to the TV.
How do I stream photos?+
Open Photos, select the content, tap the share icon, choose AirPlay, select the TV and enter the code if one appears.
Does AirPlay work with Samsung TVs?+
Many recent Samsung TVs support AirPlay 2, though older models do not.
What do I need?+
Same network and an Apple device.
What if my model is not supported?+
Use an Apple TV or another streaming device.
Does AirPlay work over guest Wi-Fi?+
Usually not. The iPhone and the TV need to be on the same network, and guest networks often isolate devices from each other, which hides the TV from AirPlay.
Can the TV be added to the Apple Home app?+
On supported models, yes. The TV can appear in the Home app once AirPlay and the related settings are on, which lets you control it from the iPhone.
What if the Samsung TV does not show up in AirPlay?+
Check that AirPlay is turned on in the TV settings, that the TV and iPhone are on the same network and that the TV software is up to date. Restart the TV and the router, and turn off any VPN on the iPhone, since a VPN can hide local devices.