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: 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.
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