Lead Needed (most common): USB-C to HDMI Cable or Adapter + HDMI Cable

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Here's a breakdown of the most common methods and the "leads" (cables/adapters) you'll need:

1. Wired Connections (for direct, often higher-quality mirroring)
A. For iPhones (and older iPads with Lightning port):

Lead Needed: Lightning Digital AV Adapter + HDMI Cable
The Lightning Digital AV Adapter plugs into your iPhone's Lightning port.
An HDMI cable then connects from the adapter to an HDMI input on your TV.
This setup mirrors your iPhone's screen (apps, videos, photos, etc.) directly to the TV in up to 1080p HD.
B. For Android Phones (especially newer ones with USB-C):


Many modern Android phones (and some tablets) have a australia phone number list USB-C port that supports "DisplayPort Alternate Mode" (or "Alt Mode"). This allows them to output video.
You'll need a USB-C to HDMI cable (a single cable that has USB-C on one end and HDMI on the other) or a USB-C to HDMI adapter (which you then connect to a standard HDMI cable).
Important: Not all USB-C ports support video output. Check your phone's specifications or manufacturer's website to confirm if it supports "DisplayPort Alt Mode" or MHL (see below).
Lead Needed (older Android phones or some newer ones): MHL Cable/Adapter + HDMI Cable
MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) is an older standard for connecting phones to TVs via a micro-USB port (or sometimes an 11-pin connector on certain Samsung phones).
You'll need an MHL adapter that plugs into your phone's micro-USB port, and then an HDMI cable connects the adapter to your TV.
MHL adapters often require external power (via a separate USB cable) to function.
Note: MHL is less common in newer phones as USB-C with Alt Mode has become the preferred wired video output method.
C. For Phones with Micro-HDMI or Mini-HDMI Ports (Rare):

Lead Needed: Micro-HDMI to HDMI Cable or Mini-HDMI to HDMI Cable
Some older phones (and many digital cameras) had direct micro-HDMI or mini-HDMI ports.
If your phone has one, you can simply use a direct cable from that port to an HDMI input on your TV. This is quite rare for phones nowadays.
2. Wireless Connections (for convenience and often multi-platform compatibility)
These methods don't use a physical "lead" to connect directly between the phone and TV, but rather rely on Wi-Fi. You'll need compatible devices and a Wi-Fi network.