Apps Tv app on iOS finds shows on MacBook Pro even when it’s lid is closed.

[tyke65]

Anyone know why?

 

[0128672]

Because it's just sleeping, not off, so it's still on your network. It works the other way too. I can see movies stored on iPad via my Mac's TV app even though the iPad is sleeping.

 

[tyke65]

I thought it went to sleep when the lid was closed and needed an external monitor, mouse and keyboard to enable clamshell mode. And external power.

 

[priitv8]

It is because Bonjour Sleep Proxy still keeps advertising the Home Sharing service while Mac is asleep.

Understanding Sleep Proxy Service

stuartcheshire.org

 

[tyke65]

Thanks for that. I didn’t expect it to happen but it does!