If you do some techie things on your Mac or iPhone, you can stream iTunes on Chromecast even though iTunes files are not supported on Chromecast. With Chromecast, you can cast all types of video files except iTunes video files. iTunes offers loads of content in music, video, apps, TV shows, and films. However, the files can be streamed only on the Apple ecosystem as the files have DRM protection. In addition to that, the video format of iTunes is M4V, and the format is not supported on Chromecast. To remove the protection, lots of applications are available in the market. Follow the below steps to stream the iTunes library on your smart TV.
It can be done in two ways.
- Using Movies Anywhere in iOS smartphones.
- Using NoteBurner in Mac-books
Cast iTunes on Chromecast using Movies Anywhere:
#1: Install the Movies Anywhere app on your iPhone/ iPad.
#2: Launch the app. Create a user account and select I agree to accept the terms and conditions.
#3: Click the More icon and choose Manage Retailers. Press the iTunes Connect button.
#4: Click Connect Account and choose Agree. Enter your Apple ID Password and tap Sign In.
#5: Wait for the iTunes library to sync.
#6: Click the Cast icon and choose the Chromecast-connected TV.
#7: Select and play videos you want to cast. It will be streamed on your smart TV.
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How to Cast iTunes from Macbook to Chromecast TV
With NoteBurner, you can stream any iTunes content on your smart TV using your PC/ Laptop. It is one of the popular apps to convert iTunes files so that you can stream them on Chromecast-connected TVs.
#1: Install the NoteBurner M4V Converter Plus app on your Mac device by clicking this link.
#2: After the successful installation, launch the app.
#3: Click Add Movies. Select the desired files in the iTunes Library and click OK.
#4: Now, click Format at the bottom of the window. Tap More… and choose Lossless MP4.
#5: Click Convert at the bottom of the window.
#6: Wait for the files to be converted. After the files are converted, open the Google Chrome browser on your iOS device.
#7: Click the three-dotted icons in the top right corner of the window.
#8: Choose the Cast option located next to the Print option.
#9: Select the Chromecast-connected TV on the list of devices displayed.
#10: After the browser is cast, drag and drop the file you want to stream to your Chromecast-connected TV.
Now you can stream iTunes on any Chromecast-connected TV without any fuss. Install the NoteBurner app and stream your favorite iTunes content.
Related: How to Cast Apple Music to Chromecast?
FAQs
Yes, you can Chromecast iTunes movies to TV using iPhone/ iPad or Macbook Air, or Macbook Pro.
First, sign out and uninstall the Movies Anywhere app. Then, reinstall the app again and sign in with your credentials.
Yes, you can purchase or rent a movie on iTunes from the iTunes Store.
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