Does screen mirroring indicator always show on iPhone?

iPhone Mirroring: Mac vs. TV

There are two different ways to mirror or access an iPhone, and it is important to understand that they serve different purposes.

1. Mirroring an iPhone to a Mac

Using Apple's iPhone Mirroring feature on a compatible Mac, you can interact with and control your iPhone directly from your Mac. You can open apps, navigate the iPhone interface, respond to notifications, and perform various tasks without having to handle the iPhone physically each time you interact with it.

However, this feature has specific hardware, software, and configuration requirements. It is not the same as simply displaying the iPhone's screen on a Mac using a cable or another screen-mirroring method.

2. Mirroring an iPhone to a TV

Using AirPlay or a compatible screen-mirroring method, you can display your iPhone's screen on a television. This allows you to view photos, watch videos, stream supported content, display presentations, and show other content from your iPhone on a larger screen.

However, screen mirroring to a TV does not give you remote control of the iPhone through the TV. You must continue to operate the iPhone itself to navigate menus, open apps, select photos, or control playback, unless the particular app or setup offers a separate control method.

Important points to remember

• The iPhone is required: You need access to the iPhone to initiate the connection and, when required, authenticate it. For security, the iPhone may need to be unlocked using its passcode or another supported authentication method.
• TV authentication: When connecting to a TV through AirPlay, you may be asked to enter a verification code displayed on the TV into your iPhone. This depends on the TV's settings and whether the devices have connected previously.
• A previous connection does not mean permanent mirroring: There is no general rule that an iPhone remains continuously mirrored to a Mac or TV simply because it was connected once. You must establish or resume the connection when you want to use it, as required by the particular feature and its settings.
• Mac and TV connections work differently: iPhone Mirroring on a Mac can provide interactive control under supported conditions, whereas AirPlay screen mirroring to a TV primarily displays the iPhone's screen and audio.

Conclusion

Mirroring is not the same as permanently connecting or remotely accessing an iPhone. Whether you want to control your iPhone through a Mac or display its contents on a TV, you need the iPhone and must use the appropriate connection method. Previous pairing or authentication may make subsequent connections easier, but it does not mean that the iPhone will automatically remain mirrored or accessible indefinitely.

If you feel an unauthorized person/app is remotely using, controlling or monitoring your device, then that is possible only if you have done one or more of the following Don'ts...

1. Don't hand over an iPhone to kids or to a stranger without Enabling Guided Access
2. Don't share Apple IDs
3. Don't Jailbreak
4. Don't share sensitive information pertaining to your device
5. Don't give in to Phishing
6. Don't plug in your device in Airports and Public places through third-party cables and trust the device. Beware of Juice Jacking. (Especially in India)
7. Don't leave your iPhone unlocked and unattended in public places like offices, schools, malls, etc.

If one of the above is true then quickly change the Apple ID Password and Return iPhone settings to their defaults.

If a person has ever had your passcode, they could’ve installed something quietly — so the full erase and setting up as new is the safest option. How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Keep the iPhone updated to the latest iOS always and never Jailbreak. That's it.

iOS / iPadOS devices cannot be hacked or infected with Viruses / Malware / Spyware *** unless you have intentionally downloaded spurious software or unauthorized apps directly from the internet and installed them on your device, and/or have Jailbroken. 

It (Hacking) also depends on how careful you are in sharing sensitive and valuable information pertaining to your iPhone such as Passcode, Password, etc with your friends and family members.

Be judicious when sharing the device's sensitive and valuable information with friends and family members.

**The primary reason for this is Sandboxing. All third-party apps are “sandboxed”, so they are restricted from accessing files stored by other apps or from making changes to the device. Sandboxing is designed to prevent apps from gathering or modifying information stored by other apps.

Security of runtime process in iOS and iPadOS - Apple Support

The sandbox on an iPhone is a security feature that creates a restricted environment for each app to run in isolation from other apps and the operating system. It is a core component of iOS's security architecture and plays a crucial role in making iPhones more secure.

If you doubt the authenticity of the information provided earlier, you have two alternatives:

1. Report the hacking incident to local law enforcement authorities and actively pursue the case.
2. Accept the credibility of the information; it is impervious to hacking. Just as some individuals hold unconventional beliefs, such as a flat Earth or moon landing denial, one has the freedom to believe in anything. The choice ultimately rests with you in this open and free world.

1. Is this your corporate/organisation/enterprise/School Management iPhone? Then please contact the system administrator of your corporate//organisation/enterprise/School Management
2. If it is your device, in that case, do you have any profile installed by your corporate/organisation/enterprise/School Management?
   1. Erase the profile added by you If you have installed a profile on your own --> Install or remove configuration profiles on iPhone - Apple ...
   2. Or please contact the system administrator of the organisation who provided the profile to you

A corporate profile installed on your iPhone could potentially be contributing to the inaccessibility of certain features. 

Here's why:

• Restrictions: Corporate profiles can have restrictions placed on apps and functionalities. These restrictions might be limiting some activity, causing it to be unresponsive or quit.
• Managed Apps: IT departments might deploy specific navigation apps through the profile, potentially blocking certain functions or features.
• Security Settings: Corporate profiles often have stricter security settings that could affect app or function behavior. This might be causing unexpected behavior of an App or functions.

Here's what you can do:

• Check with IT: The best course of action is to contact your IT department. They can explain the restrictions set by the corporate profile and see what is affected. They might be able to adjust settings or suggest alternative apps or features approved for corporate use.
• Look for App Conflicts: See if your IT department uses a different app through the corporate profile. Conflicting apps might cause crashes.

Additional points to consider:

• Even if the profile isn't directly affecting the function, it's still a good idea to check with IT. They might be aware of similar issues and have workarounds.
• While troubleshooting, make sure you prioritize safety. Don't fiddle with your phone. 

By working with IT and considering these possibilities, you can hopefully identify if the corporate profile is the culprit and find a solution that allows you to use the iPhone to your liking.