Add MobiGyaan as a preferred source on GoogleYouTube has begun rolling out its Picture-in-Picture (PiP) feature to a wider global audience, enabling users to watch videos in a floating window while using other apps. The update expands access beyond premium users, bringing multitasking video playback to free users in more regions.
What is Picture-in-Picture (PiP)?
Picture-in-Picture allows videos to continue playing in a small, movable window after exiting the app.
Key Features:
- Floating video window after leaving the app
- Window can be moved and resized
- Quick access to play/pause controls
- Tap to return to full-screen app
- Works seamlessly while using other apps
- Activates automatically (if enabled)
This feature enhances multitasking without interrupting playback.
YouTube is now extending PiP access globally:
For Free Users:
- Outside the US: PiP available for long-form, non-music content; Supported on Android and iOS
- Inside the US: No change (existing PiP access continues)
For Premium Users:
- PiP available for both music and non-music content
- Background playback continues even after closing PiP
For Premium Lite:
- PiP available for non-music content
Device Requirements: Available on Android and iOS devices; iPhone and iPad require iOS 15 or later.
Content Limitations
For non-Premium users, PiP does not support music content, including:
- Official music videos
- Art Tracks
- Children’s songs
- User-generated music content
Music playback in PiP remains a Premium-only feature.
