Cast to Samsung TV Without Smart View or Chromecast (2026)

Quick answer: cast to Samsung TV

Install CastBrowser on your iPhone or Android phone, connect the phone and Samsung TV to the same Wi-Fi, open a compatible website with video, then tap the cast icon and choose your Samsung TV. CastBrowser sends the video through DLNA, so the Samsung TV plays the stream natively instead of receiving a mirrored phone screen. This works on Samsung Tizen TVs from 2015 onward, including QLED, Neo QLED, Crystal UHD, The Frame, and standard Smart TV models.

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How to Open the Internet Browser on Samsung TV

On many Samsung Tizen TVs, press Home, move to Apps, and open the app named Internet or Web Browser. Menus vary by model year, so use the Apps search if it is not pinned to the home row. A TV browser has limited memory and codec support, which means some modern pages and protected video services will still require their official Samsung app.

If your goal is to play a compatible web video, direct casting usually avoids typing URLs with the remote. You can also open the CastBrowser Web Receiver in the Samsung browser, or compare Samsung with LG, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Vizio in the smart TV browser guide.

How to Stream to Samsung TV

Streaming to a Samsung TV from your phone is straightforward with the right app. CastBrowser uses the DLNA protocol that's already built into every Samsung Smart TV, so there's nothing extra to install on the TV itself. Here's what you need to get started.

What You Need

A Samsung Smart TV (2015 or newer with Tizen OS)
An Android or iOS phone with CastBrowser installed
Both devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network

Step-by-Step: Cast to Samsung TV

Install CastBrowser on Your Phone

Download CastBrowser from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. It's completely free with no account required. CastBrowser works as both a web browser and a video caster — you don't need any other apps.

Connect Both Devices to the Same Wi-Fi

Make sure your phone and Samsung TV are on the same Wi-Fi network. CastBrowser discovers your Samsung TV automatically over the local network using DLNA. If you have a dual-band router, both devices should be on the same band (2.4GHz or 5GHz) for the most reliable connection.

Browse a Compatible Website and Find Videos

Open CastBrowser and navigate to a compatible website with video content. The built-in browser automatically detects playable non-DRM videos on the page — including HLS streams, MP4 files, DASH content, and 20+ other video formats. You'll see a notification when castable videos are found. The built-in ad blocker keeps your browsing clean.

Tap Cast and Select Your Samsung TV

Tap the cast icon and your Samsung TV will appear in the device list. Select it and the video starts playing on your big screen immediately. Control playback — pause, seek, adjust volume — directly from your phone. CastBrowser can use Samsung-friendly delivery for compatible streams, but the TV still has to support the final video codec.

TV Cast for Samsung TV

If you're searching for a TV cast app for Samsung TV, CastBrowser is built specifically for this use case. Unlike generic screen mirroring tools, CastBrowser is a dedicated video cast for Samsung that sends the actual video stream to your TV — not a compressed copy of your phone screen.

CastBrowser's approach to Samsung TV casting is different from screen mirroring. It can use Samsung-friendly delivery when a compatible stream needs help reaching the TV's native media player, without the quality loss you get from mirroring.

What makes CastBrowser the best TV cast for Samsung?

Auto video detection: Browse the web and CastBrowser finds compatible non-DRM videos automatically.
20+ video formats: MP4, HLS, DASH, MKV, WebM, and more — all cast to Samsung via DLNA.
Built-in ad blocker: Enjoy a cleaner browsing experience — blocks ads, popups, bad redirections, and trackers.
Subtitle support: Cast videos with subtitles to your Samsung TV.
Background casting: Keep casting while using other apps on your phone.
Playback resumption: Pick up where you left off if casting is interrupted.
Free, no account required: No sign-ups and no hidden fees.

Samsung Smart TV Model Compatibility

CastBrowser works with Samsung Smart TVs that run Tizen OS and support DLNA. Here's a breakdown by year and series to help you confirm your TV is compatible.

Samsung 2024-2026 (Tizen 8.0+)

Crystal UHD, QLED, Neo QLED, The Frame, The Serif — all fully supported with DLNA enabled by default.

Samsung 2022-2023 (Tizen 7.0)

All Smart TV models including QN900B, QN85B, BU8000, and The Frame. DLNA works out of the box.

Samsung 2020-2021 (Tizen 6.0-6.5)

TU/AU series Crystal UHD, Q60T-Q950TS QLED range. DLNA is enabled by default on all models.

Samsung 2017-2019 (Tizen 4.0-5.5)

MU/NU/RU series. Fully compatible — you may need to enable DLNA manually under Settings > General > Network.

Samsung 2015-2016 (Tizen 2.3-3.0)

J/K series Smart TVs. DLNA is supported but some older firmware versions may need a software update for best compatibility.

Not sure which model you have? Check the label on the back of your TV or go to Settings > Support > About This TV on your Samsung TV.

Cast to Tizen TV: QLED, OLED, The Frame and Crystal UHD

Samsung Tizen is the operating system behind modern Samsung Smart TVs, including QLED, Neo QLED, OLED, The Frame, The Serif, Crystal UHD, and most AU/BU/CU/DU series TVs. These models do not need Chromecast hardware for web video casting because Tizen includes a DLNA media renderer. CastBrowser detects the Tizen TV on your Wi-Fi, sends the compatible video stream to the TV, and the TV plays it with its own native player.

If you are searching for cast to Tizen TV, cast to Samsung QLED TV, cast to Samsung OLED TV, or cast to Samsung The Frame, the setup is the same: install CastBrowser on your phone, start the video inside the CastBrowser browser, tap cast, and select the Samsung TV. Use Smart View or SmartThings only when you need screen mirroring; for web video, CastBrowser's DLNA path is cleaner and uses less battery.

How to Cast to Samsung The Frame TV

Samsung The Frame is a Tizen Smart TV with the same DLNA media renderer as Samsung's QLED and Crystal UHD models, so casting to it works exactly the same way — no Chromecast, no Smart View. Install CastBrowser on your phone, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi, open a compatible web video, tap the cast icon, and select your Frame TV from the device list (it usually appears as “Samsung The Frame” or by its room name).

The Frame keeps playing your cast video at source quality through its native player while you keep using your phone. When you are done watching, switch back to Art Mode from the Samsung remote. Casting to The Frame does not interfere with Art Mode or your stored artwork — it is just another input the TV plays on demand.

Samsung Smart View Alternative for Web Video

Samsung Smart View and SmartThings are useful for mirroring a phone screen or controlling Samsung devices, but they are not the best fit for casting a website video. Mirroring keeps your phone screen on, compresses the picture, and shows notifications on the TV. CastBrowser instead sends the detected video stream to the Samsung TV over DLNA, so the TV plays the source directly and your phone acts as a remote. For the full story of what happened to the Smart View app and how the replacements compare, see the dedicated Smart View app alternative guide.

Samsung TV Casting Methods Compared

There are several ways to get content from your phone to a Samsung TV. Here's how the most common methods compare so you can choose the best option for your setup.

Feature	CastBrowser (DLNA)	AirPlay	Screen Mirroring
Works on Android	Yes	No	Yes
Works on iPhone	Yes	Select Samsung models only	Yes (via Smart View)
Video quality	Full quality (direct stream)	Full quality	Reduced (compressed)
Battery usage	Low	Low	High
Use phone while casting	Yes	Yes	No (screen locked)
Works with compatible websites	Yes, for non-DRM videos	Only AirPlay-enabled apps	Yes (but mirrors everything)
Ad blocking	Built-in	No	No
TV app required	No (uses built-in DLNA)	No (built-in on select TVs)	No
Subtitle support	Yes	Limited	Only what's on screen
Cost	Free	Free (iPhone only)	Free

Why CastBrowser Doesn't Need Samsung Smart View

Samsung Smart View was Samsung's official app for connecting phones to Samsung TVs. Samsung discontinued it in October 2020, replacing it with the SmartThings app. But even SmartThings is mostly designed for screen mirroring and smart home control — not for casting web videos.

CastBrowser takes a completely different approach. Instead of relying on Samsung's proprietary apps, it uses the DLNA protocol — an open standard that's been built into every Samsung Smart TV for over a decade. This means CastBrowser works reliably with any Samsung TV, regardless of the model year, and it doesn't matter whether Samsung updates or discontinues their companion apps.

CastBrowser via DLNA

+ Works on Android and iPhone
+ Casts video stream directly to TV
+ Built-in web browser with ad blocker
+ Automatic video detection from any site
+ No app needed on the Samsung TV
+ Samsung-friendly delivery for compatible streams
+ Background casting supported

Samsung Smart View / SmartThings

- Smart View discontinued in 2022
- SmartThings focuses on screen mirroring
- No built-in web browser
- No automatic video detection
- Mirrors entire screen (lower quality)
- Drains battery faster
- Phone locked to mirrored content

How to Cast to a Samsung QLED TV

Casting to a Samsung QLED is similar to casting to other Tizen Samsung Smart TVs — Q60, Q70, Q80, Q90, QN800, QN900, Neo QLED, and The Frame models support DLNA. Because Samsung QLED panels are tuned for high-bitrate, HDR content, you want a casting method that avoids screen-mirroring compression. CastBrowser sends compatible stream URLs directly to the TV, so the QLED panel can decode and display them natively at source quality.

Install CastBrowser on your phone (free, Android or iPhone).
Connect the phone and the QLED TV to the same Wi-Fi.
Open CastBrowser, browse to a compatible website with video, tap the cast icon.
Pick your QLED model from the device list (it shows up by its assigned name, e.g. “Samsung Q80B Series”).
The video plays on the QLED at source quality through the TV's native player.

Samsung Neo QLED 4K / 8K notes: these models can decode HEVC, AV1, and high-bitrate H.264 streams. CastBrowser passes the source stream through when the TV supports it; for compatible HLS (M3U8) streams, the app can deliver the stream in MPEG-TS form for DLNA playback.

How to Cast from a Samsung Phone to a Samsung TV

Galaxy phones (S series, Note, A series, Z Fold, Z Flip, Tab) ship with a few Samsung-branded options for getting content onto a Samsung TV. They aren't equivalent — pick based on what you're actually trying to do:

Method	What it actually does	Best for
Smart View / SmartThings	Mirrors entire phone screen as compressed video	Quick demos, presentations
Quick Connect / Tap View	Galaxy-only shortcut to Smart View — same screen mirroring under the hood	Convenience, not quality
CastBrowser (DLNA)	Sends compatible video stream URLs to the TV — TV plays them natively at source quality	Watching videos, source quality, lower battery use

For watching videos, CastBrowser is the better fit on a Galaxy phone: source-quality playback, better audio sync than mirroring, lower battery use, and the phone screen can be off while the video keeps playing on the Samsung TV. Install it from Google Play, browse to a compatible video, tap the cast icon, and pick your Samsung TV from the list.

Cast to Samsung TV Without Chromecast

Samsung Smart TVs do not include Chromecast — Google Cast is a Google-only feature, and Samsung uses its own ecosystem (Tizen OS, SmartThings, Smart View). The good news: you don't need Chromecast to cast to a Samsung TV. Samsung Smart TVs from 2015 onward support DLNA, an open wireless standard built directly into Tizen. CastBrowser uses DLNA to deliver compatible videos to your Samsung TV, with no Chromecast dongle, no Apple TV, no Samsung account, and no app installed on the TV itself.

The same approach works whether you're asking can you cast to Samsung TV from Android, from iPhone, from a Samsung phone, or from a Galaxy tablet — DLNA is platform-neutral. The phone runs CastBrowser as a DLNA controller; the Samsung TV runs the standard Tizen DLNA renderer; the video plays.

Cast from iPhone to Samsung TV

Casting from an iPhone to a Samsung TV has traditionally been difficult. AirPlay only works on select Samsung models from 2018 and later, and even then it's limited to AirPlay-compatible apps. CastBrowser solves this by using DLNA, which works on Samsung Tizen TVs even when AirPlay is not available.

Simply install CastBrowser from the App Store, browse to a compatible website, and cast videos to your Samsung TV. No AirPlay needed, no Samsung app required on the TV. For a complete iPhone walkthrough, see our iPhone to TV casting guide.

Cast from Android to Samsung TV

Android users can cast to Samsung TV just as easily. Download CastBrowser from the Google Play Store and start casting web videos immediately. Android users also get background casting — the video keeps playing on your Samsung TV even with the phone screen off, and you can control playback from the notification panel.

For the full Android walkthrough, see our Android to TV casting guide.

Samsung DLNA: How It Works

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) is the protocol that makes Samsung TV casting possible without proprietary apps. Every Samsung Smart TV with Tizen OS includes a built-in DLNA renderer — a media player that can receive and play video streams sent from other devices on the same network.

When you cast with CastBrowser, the app discovers your Samsung TV on the local network and sends the video to the TV's built-in DLNA player. For compatible streams, CastBrowser can choose a Samsung-friendly delivery path; unsupported codecs still need a TV model that can decode them.

Want to learn more about the underlying technology? Read our complete guide to DLNA.

Supported Video Formats on Samsung TV

CastBrowser detects videos in over 20 formats and sends compatible streams to Samsung TVs through DLNA. HLS delivery can be adapted for Samsung's DLNA player, but codec support still depends on the TV model.

HLS (M3U8): The most common web video format — CastBrowser can deliver compatible HLS streams in Samsung/DLNA-friendly form.
MP4 (H.264/H.265): Played natively on Samsung TVs, cast directly when the TV supports the codec.
DASH (MPD): Adaptive streaming format used by many major platforms.
MKV, WebM, AVI: Container formats with various codecs — playback depends on the Samsung TV's native support.
Live streams: Cast live TV and live event streams to your Samsung TV in real time.

Troubleshooting Samsung TV Casting

Samsung TV not appearing in CastBrowser?

Check Wi-Fi: Both your phone and Samsung TV must be on the exact same Wi-Fi network. Guest networks and mesh network pods on different subnets can cause issues.
Enable DLNA: On your Samsung TV, go to Settings > General > Network and make sure DLNA or media sharing is turned on. On newer models (2020+), DLNA is enabled by default.
Restart devices: Power off your Samsung TV completely (not just standby), wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on. Restart your phone as well.
Disable VPN: A VPN on your phone routes traffic outside your local network, preventing DLNA discovery.
Router settings: Some routers block device discovery. Check that UPnP is enabled in your router's settings.
Firewall: If you have a firewall app on your phone, make sure CastBrowser is allowed to access the local network.

Video not playing on Samsung TV?

Buffering: Switch to a 5GHz Wi-Fi band if available. Move your router closer to the TV or use an ethernet adapter on the TV.
Black screen: Try a different video quality from CastBrowser's video list. Some older Samsung models have limited codec support.
Audio only: The video codec may not be supported natively. Restarting the cast session usually resolves this.
Casting stops: On Android, disable battery optimization for CastBrowser in your phone's settings to prevent the OS from killing the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I stream to my Samsung TV from my phone?

Install CastBrowser on your Android or iPhone — it's free from Google Play or the App Store with no account required. Connect both your phone and Samsung TV to the same Wi-Fi network. Open CastBrowser and browse to a compatible website with video content, such as a news site, sports stream, or video platform. The app automatically detects playable non-DRM videos on the page, including HLS streams, MP4 files, and live content. Tap the cast icon in the top bar and your Samsung TV will appear in the device list. Select it and the video begins playing on your TV via DLNA. No Samsung Smart View, SmartThings, or any app on the TV is needed. CastBrowser can use compatibility mode for streams that need Samsung-friendly delivery.

Do I need Samsung Smart View to cast to Samsung TV?

No. Samsung discontinued the Smart View app in October 2020, replacing it with the SmartThings app for screen mirroring and smart home control. Neither app is required to cast web videos to your Samsung TV. CastBrowser uses the DLNA protocol, an open standard built into Samsung Smart TVs running Tizen OS. DLNA is the same technology that allows media players and computers to stream files to your TV over Wi-Fi. Because DLNA is part of the TV's firmware — not a separate app — it works independently from Samsung's companion apps. Just install CastBrowser on your phone, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network, and you can start casting compatible web videos to your Samsung TV. No account and no TV app needed.

Does Samsung TV support DLNA?

Yes. Samsung Smart TVs running Tizen OS — 2015 models and newer — include DLNA support. DLNA, or Digital Living Network Alliance, is an open standard protocol that allows devices on the same local network to stream media to each other. On Samsung TVs, DLNA is enabled by default on many models from 2018 onward. On older models from 2015 to 2017, you may need to manually enable it under Settings > General > Network > Expert Settings. CastBrowser uses your Samsung TV's built-in DLNA renderer to receive and play compatible video streams sent directly from your phone. This means CastBrowser can stream compatible web videos to your Samsung TV without screen mirroring. The approach uses your TV's native media player, so playback is usually smoother and lighter on your phone than mirroring.

Can I cast from iPhone to Samsung TV?

Yes. CastBrowser works on both iPhone and Android, so you can cast from iPhone to Samsung Smart TVs that support DLNA. The traditional challenge with iPhone-to-Samsung casting is that AirPlay only works on select Samsung models from 2018 or later, and only with AirPlay-compatible apps. CastBrowser uses DLNA instead — the open standard built into Samsung Tizen TVs. Download CastBrowser from the Apple App Store, open the app, browse to a compatible website with video content, and tap the cast icon. Your Samsung TV will appear in the device list when it is discoverable on the same Wi-Fi network. Select it and the video plays on the TV. You can browse the web, check notifications, or use other apps on your iPhone while the video continues playing on your Samsung TV. No Apple TV, no AirPlay, and no Samsung-specific app required.

How do I cast to a Samsung QLED TV?

Casting to a Samsung QLED TV works the same as casting to other Tizen Samsung Smart TVs: QLED models from 2017 onward run Tizen OS with DLNA support. Install CastBrowser on your phone (Android or iPhone), connect both the phone and the QLED TV to the same Wi-Fi network, open a compatible website with video content in CastBrowser, and tap the cast icon. Your QLED TV — whether it is a Q60, Q70, Q80, Q90, QN800, QN900, Neo QLED, or The Frame — should appear in the device list when it is discoverable. Select it and the video plays at source quality. Samsung Neo QLED 4K and 8K models support HDR and high-bitrate streams; CastBrowser passes compatible streams straight to the TV so the QLED panel can decode the source. No Chromecast dongle, no SmartThings app, no Samsung account required.

How do I cast from a Samsung phone to a Samsung TV?

To cast from a Samsung phone (Galaxy S, Note, A-series, Z Fold, Z Flip, or any Galaxy device) to a Samsung TV, you have three options. (1) Smart View / SmartThings: Samsung's built-in tool screen-mirrors your entire phone to the TV — fine for short clips but limited to 720p with battery drain, lag, and audio drift. (2) Quick Connect: appears in some Galaxy phones' notification panels but is screen-mirroring under the hood and has the same limitations. (3) CastBrowser: a free app that uses DLNA to send the actual video stream URL to the TV — the TV plays compatible video natively at source quality, with lower latency and less battery use than mirroring because the phone screen can be off. For watching videos, CastBrowser is the better choice. Install it from the Play Store, connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi, browse to a compatible video, and tap cast. Your Samsung TV appears in the list when it is discoverable.

Can you cast to a Samsung TV without Chromecast?

Yes. Samsung Smart TVs do not include Chromecast and do not require it. Samsung Smart TVs running Tizen OS (2015 and newer) have DLNA built in — Samsung has historically branded related media-sharing features as AllShare or Smart View, and on current models it is part of Device Connect. CastBrowser uses this DLNA layer directly: install the app on your phone, connect to the same Wi-Fi as the Samsung TV, browse to a compatible video, and tap cast. There is no Chromecast dongle to plug in, no Apple TV needed, and no Smart View / SmartThings app required. The TV plays compatible video natively from its own media player. This is also the answer for Android cast to Samsung TV and iPhone cast to Samsung TV — both platforms work the same way through DLNA via CastBrowser.

How do I cast Android to a Samsung TV?

Casting from Android to a Samsung TV does not require Chromecast. Samsung Smart TVs do not natively support Google Cast, but Samsung Smart TVs from 2015 onward support DLNA. CastBrowser is a free Android app that bridges this gap: it discovers your Samsung TV over DLNA on your local Wi-Fi, detects compatible video streams on webpages, and sends those streams directly to the TV. The TV plays the video natively. No Smart View, no SmartThings, no screen mirroring, and no Chromecast hardware required. Install CastBrowser from Google Play, connect both your Android phone and Samsung TV to the same Wi-Fi network, browse to a compatible website with video, and tap the cast icon — the Samsung TV appears in the device list when it is discoverable.

Why is my Samsung TV not appearing for casting?

The most common cause is a network mismatch. Both your phone and Samsung TV must be on the exact same Wi-Fi network — including the same band and subnet. If you have a dual-band router, check that both devices are on the same band (2.4GHz or 5GHz). Guest networks and mesh network pods on different subnets prevent DLNA discovery. Also verify that DLNA is enabled on your Samsung TV: go to Settings > General > Network and look for a media sharing or DLNA option. On older models from 2015 to 2017, this setting may need to be turned on manually. Disable any VPN running on your phone, as a VPN routes traffic outside your local network and blocks DLNA. Restart both devices and your Wi-Fi router. If your router has UPnP or device discovery settings, make sure they are enabled. These steps resolve the vast majority of Samsung TV detection issues.