Note that by default, the sound from your Mac won’t be broadcasted.
Unfortunately, it could be a problem to mirror Mac to Fire TV. Firestick offers no support for macOS, leaving Mac users with no other option but to look for an alternative. And JustStream is a perfect option to cast Mac to Firestick. Read below to learn more about it, as well as other workarounds.
JustStream is an excellent app to use to mirror Macbook to Firestick. Not only does it work with Firestick, it also allows you to mirror your Mac to TV, Chromecast, as well as Airplay or DLNA-compatible devices. There is no complex setup and no wires involved. You can easily see all available screens and devices, and cast to them with just a couple of clicks.
With JustStream, you can mirror a wide variety of file formats, from the most popular to the more uncommon ones. It works with subtitles, both external or embedded, and the same goes for audio. If you wish to capture the movement of your mouse cursor or your mouse clicks, JustStream allows you to do that too. The app’s adjustable output quality and its ability to mirror apps and presentations give you a most enjoyable experience.
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At the bottom, you’ll see an AirPlay button. Click on it to select your receiving device.
Click on the "Start Streaming" button at the top to start streaming. You can also double-click on your desired receiving device instead.
To stop streaming, click on the "Stop Streaming" button.
Note that by default, the sound from your Mac won’t be broadcasted.
This app by AirBeamTV is one of the alternative ways to mirror Mac to TV. It supports a wide range of TV brands and can be used to mirror Mac to Amazon Fire TV with no cables and expensive hardware. It works for movies and sports events, casting photos and videos, and more. However, gamers should know that, due to a 1-3 second delay in mirroring, the app is not suitable for streaming real-time gaming.
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AirScreen offers an easy way to cast Mac to Firestick. You can use it to share your screen, videos, audio, and photos, among others. Again, no wires are needed whatsoever. It’s compatible with many operating systems and versions. The app uses Video Hardware Acceleration to improve video playback. While AirScreen is quite a popular app, users continue to experience occasional technical difficulties.
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Go to the Settings menu on your Fire Stick and enable screen mirroring. In the browser on your chromebook, click on the Google Cast icon. Your Fire Stick should appear in the list of devices. Select the Fire Stick and begin mirroring. Alternatively, you could try a casting app from Chromebook’s Google Play Store, or a Chromecast device.
To mirror Android to Firestick, first you need to activate the mirroring function on your Firestick TV by going to Settings > Display & Sounds > Enable Display Mirroring. Alternatively, you can hold down the Home button on the Fire Stick remote and select Mirroring. Then, enable mirroring on your Android phone. Go to Settings and search for an option called Miracast (or Wireless display, Screen mirroring, etc., depending on the operating system).
