NetMirror on Smart TV: Samsung, LG, and Mi TV Guide

Watching NetMirror on a smart TV is a different experience from watching on your phone. A big screen, proper sound, and a relaxed couch setup makes everything better. The challenge is that NetMirror is an Android APK, and smart TVs from Samsung, LG, and Xiaomi each run different operating systems. Here is a guide tailored to each major smart TV brand.

Smart TV Operating Systems: What You Need to Know First

Before we get into brand-specific guides, here is a quick overview of what OS each major brand runs:

• Samsung Smart TVs – Run Tizen OS, which is Samsung’s proprietary system. It does NOT support Android APK sideloading natively.
• LG Smart TVs – Run webOS. Also does NOT support Android APK sideloading in standard mode.
• Mi TV / Xiaomi TVs – Run Android TV. Supports APK sideloading directly, making installation the easiest of the three.
• TCL, Hisense, Sony (some models) – Many newer models run Android TV and support APK sideloading just like Mi TV.

How to Install NetMirror on Mi TV and Android TV

Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TVs, and any TV running Android TV are the easiest to install NetMirror on.

1. On your Mi TV or Android TV, go to Settings and enable Unknown Sources or Install Unknown Apps. The exact location varies by model but is typically under Security or Device Preferences.
2. Open the Play Store on your TV and install the Downloader app (by Troypoint). This free app lets you download APK files directly to the TV by entering a URL.
3. Open Downloader and enter the direct download URL for the latest NetMirror APK.
4. Once downloaded, tap Install when the prompt appears.
5. Open NetMirror from your home screen or app drawer. Use the TV remote to navigate and start streaming.

How to Install NetMirror on Samsung Tizen TV

Samsung Tizen TVs do not support APK sideloading. The best methods to get NetMirror on a Samsung TV are:

Method 1: Screen Mirror From Android Phone

Use Samsung’s Smart View feature or your Android phone’s built-in screen mirror (Wireless Display or Cast) to mirror your phone screen to the Samsung TV. Open NetMirror on your phone and your phone screen, including the video, appears on the TV. This works on any Samsung TV with wireless display support and requires both devices to be on the same Wi-Fi network.

Method 2: Connect an Android TV Stick or Box

Plug a Chromecast with Google TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, or any Android TV box into your Samsung TV’s HDMI port. Install NetMirror on the Android TV stick following the Fire TV or Android TV instructions. The TV stick handles everything while your Samsung TV just acts as the display.

How to Install NetMirror on LG webOS TV

LG webOS TVs do not support direct APK sideloading through standard settings. The options are:

Method 1: Screen Mirror From Android Phone

LG TVs support Miracast wireless display. Enable Screen Share on your LG TV from the input source menu. On your Android phone, open Quick Settings and tap Screen Cast or Wireless Display, then select your LG TV. Once mirrored, open NetMirror on your phone and stream through the TV display.

Method 2: Android TV Stick via HDMI

The same approach as Samsung. Plug in a Fire TV Stick or Android TV box into the LG TV’s HDMI input and install NetMirror on the stick. This gives you a proper remote-controlled TV experience rather than depending on your phone screen.

Tips for Smart TV Streaming on NetMirror

• Use an ethernet cable to connect your TV or Android TV stick to the router for the most stable stream
• Select 1080p quality for big screen watching where the picture quality difference is clearly visible
• For Android TV boxes and sticks, clear NetMirror cache monthly to keep performance smooth
• A Bluetooth keyboard and mouse can make navigating NetMirror on TV easier than using a remote alone

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