Who needs a laptop when you’ve got a smartphone?

What to Know

This article explains how to connect an Android phone to a projector.

Additional information covers various wired and wireless solutions.

USB-C port found on some Samsung phones.

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you might alsoconnect your Android to a mini projector.

Typically, you need an app to get this working.

Chromecast is a powerful part of the Google ecosystem.

Many applications, including Spotify and Netflix, feature one-click buttons for casting.

Manufacturer Streaming

Your projector might have built-in smart capabilities.

Companies such as Samsung, LG, and others include video-streaming support with their projectors and televisions.

HDMI

Most projectors have a built-in HDMI port for supporting a hard-wired video connection.

MHL

The micro-USB port you use on your Android phone might be more powerful than you think.

If supported, you oughta purchase an MHL to HDMI adapter for your rig.

Unfortunately, recent phones appear to have dropped the standard in favor of using USB-C.