In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of YouTube PIP Mode not working in iOS 16, or iOS 16.1 Beta 2 to be more specific. When it comes to multi-tasking, then the Picture in Picture Mode is definitely quite a handy tool to have in your arsenal. The video player condenses into a small player and acts as an overlay that you could place anywhere on your screen and at the same time, interact with the rest of the apps on your screen.
However, this functionality is giving out a tough time to iPhone users who are on the latest OS build, at least on the Silicon Valley giant’s streaming service. Numerous users have voiced their concern that the YouTuhe PIP mode is not working on iOS 16, or the iOS 16.1 Beta 2 to be more specific. The PIP screen just turns grey with a forever loading icon. As far as the culprit behind this issue is concerned, well, for once, it isn’t the iOS update, but rather the third-party app, aka YouTube.
This is because we have tested the Picture in Picture Mode across other apps in iOS 16.1 Beta 2, and they are all working well and good, so all fingers are currently being pointed at the search engine giant’s offering. With that said, there does exist a nifty workaround that shall help you fix the YouTube PIP Mode not working in iOS 16. So without further ado, let’s check it out.
How to Fix YouTube PIP Mode not working in iOS 16 [iOS 16.1 Beta 2]
In order to rectify this bug, you will have to reset the network setting on your iPhone. Do keep in mind that doing so will erase all the saved WiFi networks, passwords, cellular settings, and VPN and APN settings, so make sure that they are synced with your Apple account. Once that is done, you may proceed with the below steps:
- To begin with, head over to Settings > General.
- Then go to Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset.
- After that, tap on Reset Network Settings.
That’s it. These were the steps to fix the issue of YouTube PIP Mode not working in iOS 16 or iOS 16.1 Beta 2. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.
Robson Desa
I have an iPhone 11 and just upgraded to ios 16.1. Now YouTube play the video but bellow is a blank screen – no title, no content and no comments etc. How can I fix it.
This problem only occur with the YouTube App but if I go to m.youtube.com I can play the video and see all below it. Thank you for any help to resolve this issue.