Apple quietly adding video playback to CarPlay in iOS 26

Apple is adding video playback to CarPlay in iOS 26, confirming the feature on its developer site instead of highlighting it during the WWDC 2025 keynote.

Apple is adding video playback to CarPlay

The upcoming iOS 26 will let users stream videos from their iPhone to the CarPlay screen, but only while the car is parked. AirPlay handles the connection, and playback will automatically stop if the phone detects that the vehicle is moving.

The change wasn’t mentioned in Apple’s keynote or press releases. Instead, the company added a short note to the CarPlay section of its developer website. The feature is called “Video in the car” and requires automakers to add support for AirPlay video.

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