What We Know
- Enable AirPlay on Apple TV: Go to Settings → AirPlay & HomeKit Settings → Turn ON AirPlay
- AirPlay from iOS : Install Viu app → Play content → Control Center → Screen Mirroring → Choose Apple TV → Enter AirPlay code → Start streaming.
- AirPlay from Mac: Visit Viu website → Play a show → Control Center → Screen Mirroring → Choose Apple TV → Enter AirPlay code → Watch on TV.
- AirPlay to Android TV: Open Viu app on iOS / Visit Viu website on Mac → Play content → Control Center → Screen Mirroring → Choose Android TV → Enter AirPlay code → Watch content on TV.
Viu is a Hong kong- based streaming platform where you can watch Asian entertainment for free. Using AirPlay, you can watch Viu classic dramas like Hotel del Luna and Tour de Lazy on Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible TV. Get a Viu premium to watch TV shows without any interruptions.
How to Enable AirPlay on Apple TV
It is required to turn on AirPlay on your Apple TV to watch content on TV wirelessly,
1. Press Home on your remote and go to Settings.
2. Select AirPlay & HomeKit Settings from the list.
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3. Turn ON AirPlay.
How to AirPlay Viu from iPhone/iPad to Apple TV
1. Connect your iPhone or iPad and TV to the same WiFi network.
2. Install the Viu app on your iOS device from the App Store.
3. Swipe down on your iOS to open the Control Center.
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4. Select the Screen Mirroring option and choose your Apple TV/Smart TV.
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5. Enter the AirPlay code that appears on your TV.
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Start streaming Viu shows on a big screen. Remember to turn OFF the AirPlay on your iPhone after watching the shows.
How to AirPlay Viu from Mac to Apple TV
1. Turn on your Mac and Apple TV.
2. Connect your Mac device and the Apple TV to the same WiFi network.
3. Visit the Viu website on your Mac Safari browser.
4. Open the Control Center and select the Screen Mirroring option.
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5. Choose your Apple TV from the list of available devices.
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6. You will see an AirPlay code on the TV screen.
7. Enter the code on your Mac.
Once paired, watch your favorite Viu content on your Apple TV. You can stop AirPlay on your Mac if you have finished streaming Viu on your TV.
How to AirPlay Viu from Apple Devices to Android TV
1. Enable AirPlay on Android TV once you turn it on.
2. Connect your Apple device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac) and Android TV to the same WiFi network.
3. Install the Viu app on your Apple device or visit the Viu official website.
4. Choose and play the show on Viu that you wish to AirPlay on your Android TV.
5. Open Control Center on your Apple device.
6. Tap on the Screen Mirroring option and choose your Android TV.
7. If prompted, enter the AirPlay code that displays on your TV.
That’s it. Start streaming Viu on your Android TV.
How to Subscribe to Viu Premium
Viu Premium offers several benefits like premium shows, ad-free access, HD content, and unlimited downloads. Subscribe to Viu Premium to AirPlay shows directly from the media player. You can sign up with your mobile number, Google Mail, Apple ID, or Facebook ID.
1. Install the Viu app on your iOS device from the App Store.
2. Tap on the Menu button on the upper left corner of the home page.
3. Scroll down and select Go Premium.
4. Select your Preferred plan and click Select to subscribe.
5. Choose your Payment method and complete the payment process.
How to fix Viu AirPlay Not Working
Learn what to do if Viu AirPlay is not working on your Apple TV/Smart TV. It may be due to a poor internet connection, device incompatibility, temporary malfunction on the device, or outdated Firmware. In such cases, try out these solutions to fix the issue.
- Check your network speed and signal. If it is unstable, switch to a stable network or restart your router.
- Check if your device supports AirPlay. Sometimes you might need to update your iOS to use the AirPlay feature.
- Level up the volume level on both devices connected to AirPlay. Ensure that the audio is unmuted.
- Turn on and off the Airplane mode to use the AirPlay feature.
- Update your Apple device and Apple TV or Smart TV firmware to the latest version.
- Restart your AirPlay-connected devices.
FAQ
Viu is not available in the US. It is available only in 16 countries, you may need to enable a VPN service to block geo-restrictions and stream Viu in the US or other countries.
No, you need to subscribe to premium membership to access certain shows on Viu.