The recently released iOS
14 touted a feature that allowed users to experience picture-in-picture on YouTube. However, the streaming company
has blocked it unless you pay and unlock YouTube Premium.
Users report that YouTube in Safari blocks PiP functionality unless you are a Premium subscriber. However, the picture in picture mode works if they are embedded. Additionally, Picture in Picture works for iPad users whether they are using a Premium or Free account.
In its beta version, Picture
in Picture mode was fully functional even with a free YouTube account.
Currently, the PiP mode only has problems
on the YouTube platform.
At this point, it's unclear if YouTube intended it as such
or if it's a bug. Apple and Google have yet to release a statement,
but YouTube may want to have this feature as a special option for paid
subscribers. But the fact that it runs smoothly on the iPad suggests otherwise.
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