Abstract created by Sensible Solutions AI
In abstract:
- Macworld studies that iOS 26.4 beta code reveals Apple is growing video playback capabilities for CarPlay, together with Apple TV entry.
- This characteristic was initially introduced with iOS 26 however requires automaker integration earlier than changing into obtainable to customers.
- Security measures are constructed into the code, with strings indicating video content material will solely be accessible when automobiles are stationary.
Code references within the newest model of iOS level to what may sound like a stunning new characteristic in CarPlay: the power to play films and TV reveals in your automobile.
iOS 26.4, which has simply launched in beta type, incorporates two giveaway strings, each of which point out an essential security measure. “Whenever you’re not driving,” reads the primary, “open Apple TV on iPhone and assessment the privateness info.” Whereas the second reads: “Whenever you’re not driving, register to Apple TV on iPhone.”
These code strings have been noticed by the MacRumors analyst Aaron Perris, who posted his discovery to Twitter/X. The Apple information website 9to5Mac additional noticed 5 references that comprise the phrases “CarPlayVideoPlayback,” juxtaposed with phrases similar to “ClimateControls” and “Notifications.”
It’s value noting that whereas these snippets level to the characteristic approaching launch, the idea isn’t a complete shock. “Video within the automobile” was initially introduced as a part of the iOS 26 replace final yr, and continues to be talked about within the CarPlay part of Apple’s developer website.
“AirPlay video within the automobile permits individuals to look at their favourite movies from iPhone proper on their CarPlay show after they aren’t driving,” the web page explains. “Combine help for CarPlay with AirPlay video to allow this characteristic in your automobile.”
That’s the important thing: it was left as much as automakers to authorise and combine the characteristic. And so far, no automaker has chosen to try this, or introduced that it intends to take action sooner or later. However this newest discovery hints that progress is lastly being made.
