How to Cast to Sony TV from Your Phone

Install Video & TV Cast for Sony TV on your iPhone, iPad or Android phone, and open the TV Cast app on your Sony TV. With the phone and TV on the same Wi-Fi, tap the cast icon and pick your TV. Then open a website in the app, play the video and tap the video link below the browser.

This edition is for Sony Bravia TVs without Android TV and for some Sony Blu-ray players. For a Sony TV with Android TV or Google TV, use Video & TV Cast for Google Cast. Not sure which app fits your TV? Check your TV.

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1. Connect

Open the TV Cast app on your Sony TV. Put your phone on the same Wi-Fi, tap the cast icon in the app and pick your TV.

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2. Open Website

Open a website in the built-in browser of the app, for example YouTube, and start the video.

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3. Tap to Cast

Tap the video link below the browser. The video now plays on your Sony TV and your phone stays free.

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Sony Bravia TV explained

Sony Bravia is a brand of high-definition televisions (HDTVs) manufactured by Sony Corporation. The term "Bravia" is a portmanteau of "Best Resolution Audio Visual Integrated Architecture." Sony launched the Bravia line in 2005, and it quickly gained popularity due to its advanced display technologies and sleek designs.

Sony Bravia TVs are known for their excellent picture quality, vibrant colors and innovative features. They utilize various display technologies such as LCD, LED and OLED to deliver stunning visuals.

In addition to their impressive visuals, Sony Bravia TVs often come with Smart TV functionality, allowing users to access online streaming services, apps and other internet-based content. They may also feature voice control capabilities, built-in Wi-Fi, HDMI ports and USB connectivity.

Please note that the specific features, models, and specifications of Sony Bravia TVs may vary depending on the year of release and the region where they are sold.

Sony TV Casting Questions

Which Sony TVs work?

Sony Bravia TVs that do not run Android TV, and some Sony Blu-ray players. Sony TVs with Android TV or Google TV have Chromecast built-in, so use Video & TV Cast for Google Cast for them.

How do I know if my Sony TV runs Android TV?

A Sony TV with Android TV or Google TV shows the Google Play Store on its home screen. If you see it, use Video & TV Cast for Google Cast.

Do I need an app on my Sony TV?

Yes, the TV Cast app on the TV. Open it before you connect. Your phone and TV must be on the same Wi-Fi.

Can I cast from iPhone and Android?

Yes. Video & TV Cast for Sony TV is available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store and for Android phones and tablets on Google Play.

Why does the app not find my Sony TV?

Turn the TV on and open the TV Cast app on it. Check that your phone and the TV are on the same Wi-Fi. If it still does not work, restart the app, then restart your phone, the TV and the Wi-Fi router.

The app says the connection is blocked. What do I do?

Another version of Video & TV Cast is running on your phone. Close it and restart this app. If that does not help, restart your phone.

Why is there no video link below the browser?

Start the video in the browser first. Some websites only load the video file when it plays. Then the video link shows up and you can tap it to cast.

Can I cast Netflix, Prime Video or Disney+?

No. These services protect their videos with DRM, so no casting app can send them. Use the Netflix, Prime Video or Disney+ app on your Sony TV instead.

Can I cast my own videos and photos?

Yes. Video & TV Cast also sends videos and photos from your phone or tablet to the Sony TV. The free version casts some of your own media, Premium makes it unlimited.

Is Video & TV Cast for Sony TV free?

The app is free to download and shows ads. Premium features like the Ad-Blocker and unlimited own media are one-time purchases. There is no subscription.

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