If you’re like most people, you use your phone to watch TV. Whether you’re browsing the internet, checking your email, or watching your favorite show, it’s likely that you have an Android phone and a Roku TV. However, if you want to be able to watch TV on your phone, there are a few things that you need to do first. In this post, we will walk you through the process of connecting your Android phone to your Roku TV. ###
What is Roku?
Roku is a streaming media player and platform owned by Roku, Inc. It offers a wide selection of channels including online video, movies, TV shows, sports and more. Roku offers an app for both iOS and Android devices that can be used to watch content on the go or at home. In addition to the standard Roku interface, there are add-on interfaces for specific types of content such as Disney Junior and Netflix
How to Connect an Android Phone to a Roku TV
In order to connect an Android phone to a Roku TV, users will need to first install the Roku app on their device and sign in. After that, they can follow these steps:
1. Open the Roku app on your device.
2. Tap the “Device” button in the top left corner of the screen.
3. Select your roku TV from the list of devices.
4. If you have more than one roku TV, select the one you want to use from the ” TVs” list on the left side of the screen.
5. Under “Advanced Settings,” make sure “Enable remote access” is checked and then enter your Roku TV’s unique IP address in the “Roku Access Key” field. You’ll also need to provide your username and password for remote access if you want to use it.
6. Tap OK to finish setting up remote access.
7. On your Android phone, open the Settings app and find “Screen Mirroring.” Make sure “Android Device (TV)” is set as your desired display type and tap OK to enable mirroring.
8. In the Android phone’s Mirroring options, select Roku as your source and then enter your Roku TV’s IP address in the “Roku Server Address” field (you can find this information by following steps 1-5 above).
9. In addition, if you want video playback control on your Android phone
Troubleshooting Tips if Connection Does Not Work
If you are having trouble connecting your Android phone to your Roku TV, there are a few things you can do. First, make sure that the Roku and Android devices are both connected to the same router. If they are not, then you will need to connect them to the router. Second, check that the Roku and Android devices are on the same network. Finally, try restarting both devices.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to connect your Android phone to a Roku TV, there are a few different methods that you can use. One option is to use the Google Cast function on your phone and cast the video from your phone onto the TV. Another option is to set up an HDMI cable between your phone and Roku TV, and then use the “AndroidTV” app on your Roku TV to watch videos.
