Using an HDMI cable to connect your phone/laptop directly to your TV is the best approach assuming you have the right type of cable and an HDMI port on your device. This will ensure the best video streaming quality and reduce any risk of audio lag. Here’s an excellent tutorial from WikiHow on how connect with an HDMI cable: https://www.wikihow.com/Connect-HDMI-to-TV
Some accessories you may need to facilitate this setup includes:
- Windows/PC users: HDMI Cable (you most likely already have this laying around the house!)
- MacBook users: HDMI for Mac (note that the end that goes into your computer is a bit different for Mac users)
- iPhone/iPad users will need an HDMI Cable plus an adapter for your Apple device
- Android users can use this HDMI cable to connect phone directly to TV