Best iOS streaming app settings for background audio and video

[Frank_Tech]

Hi everyone! Starting this thread to discuss the topic and hear from others with similar experiences. Happy to answer questions and share more details if needed.

 

[SmartTVGuru]

The most important setting: make sure app has Background Modes enabled.

 

[CarlDigital]

As a developer note: Background Modes for Audio must be declared in the app's Info.plist.

 

[MaryLogin]

As a user how do you know if the app has it enabled?

 

[BettyStream]

You can tell if the app continues audio after you close it. If it stops immediately, it's not enabled.

 

[PatriciaHD]

PiP (Picture in Picture) is a separate iOS feature that some apps support for background video.

 

[JosephHD]

PiP is great on iPad. Being able to watch and do other things simultaneously.

 

[TechMike88]

PiP on iPhone is available since iOS 14 but smaller screens make it less useful.

 

[LauraApps]

What quality does PiP stream at? Does it reduce quality?

 

[TechMike88]

PiP usually keeps the same stream quality. The window just displays smaller.

 

[rachel_r]

Siri Shortcuts integration with some streaming apps is underrated for quick launching.

 

[AlexDigital]

Setting up automation via Shortcuts to launch the app at specific times is clever.

 

[BufferBuster]

The Control Center quick actions for some streaming apps are hidden but very useful.

 

[mark_wifi]

Great tips. Using Control Center shortcuts now and saving a lot of taps.