Roku’s decision in late February 2022 to eliminate all private (non-certified) channels had far-reaching effects, including the removal of popular Roku adult channels like Adult Time, Pornhub, and AdultEmpire. However, if you’re an existing Roku user invested in the platform or want to keep your adult video subscriptions, there’s no need to abandon your Roku. You can still enjoy adult content on your Roku, even though the dedicated adult Roku channels have been removed.
In this article, we will guide you on how to stream adult videos directly from adult video services using screen mirroring on your Android or iOS device. In a subsequent article, we’ll explore services that allow you to download videos and then stream them to your Roku.
Streaming Adult Content to Your Roku
To stream adult content to your Roku, you’ll require an Android device with screen mirroring capabilities or an iPhone or other iOS device with AirPlay. Make sure your Android or iOS device has internet access, as you’ll be accessing adult websites through your mobile device’s browser. Additionally, both your Android or iOS device and your Roku should be connected to the same WiFi network.
It’s important to note that what we refer to as “screen mirroring” differs from “casting.” Screen mirroring projects your entire mobile device screen onto your TV, while casting displays only the video that is currently streaming on your mobile device. Roku devices support casting from mobile apps to their corresponding Roku apps. Since Roku does not have adult apps, screen mirroring is the method you’ll use.
Streaming Adult Content Using Android Devices
To stream adult videos to your Roku from an Android device, ensure that your Android phone or tablet supports screen mirroring. Your Android and Roku devices should be on the same WiFi network. Most current-generation Roku streaming players and Roku TV models support screen mirroring, with only a few exceptions. To check if screen mirroring is enabled on your Roku, navigate to Settings >> System >> Screen Mirroring on your Roku’s home screen.
If your Android device runs OS 4.2 or later, it likely supports screen mirroring, but the feature’s name may vary depending on the manufacturer. Common names include Smart View, Quick Connect, SmartShare, AllShare Cast, Screen casting, and Cast. Activate this function on your Android device, select your Roku device for mirroring, and follow the prompts. Your Roku may ask for permission to mirror your device’s screen if you haven’t already configured it to allow mirroring.
Once your screen is mirrored on your Roku, visit your preferred adult website, begin streaming a video, and tap the icon to expand it to full screen. To match your TV’s orientation, ensure that your phone or tablet is in horizontal orientation. Depending on your mobile device’s manufacturer, you may find settings to adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV screen.
To test this, you can visit AdultEmpire.com, which offers free and accessible video previews.
Streaming Adult Content Using iOS Devices
If your Roku device supports Apple AirPlay, access the settings for this feature via Settings >> Apple AirPlay and HomeKit on your Roku’s home screen. Roku provides a list of compatible devices on their support page.
To mirror your iOS device to your Roku, both devices should be connected to the same WiFi network. Open Control Center on your iOS device, tap Screen Mirroring, and select your Roku device from the available options. If an AirPlay passcode appears on your TV screen, enter the passcode on your iOS or iPadOS device.
By following these steps, you can continue enjoying adult content on your Roku using screen mirroring with either Android or iOS devices.
