

Another fascinating thing about SharePlay is that when it detects voice, it instantly lowers the volume so that friends and family can be heard while the streaming content is being played.Īside from SharePlay functionality, the update to the Hulu app for iOS includes a new function that allows Live TV viewers to seamlessly switch channels while streaming. The feature allows anyone to rewind, fast-forward, or reverse a video, and those actions pertain to all feeds. The feature can be accessed by initiating a FaceTime conversation, then open the Hulu app, select a TV program or movie, press the “Share” icon, and then select the “SharePlay” button. With SharePlay, you can watch content from the Hulu streaming library in sync with friends and family over FaceTime.Īll the users on Facetime must have a Hulu subscription and account to use SharePlay with the price starting at $6.99 per month. In this release, we are helping spread the Hulu love by introducing SharePlay. If you’re not familiar with the feature, SharePlay was originally introduced in iOS 15 and this feature permits a group of individuals on a FaceTime conversation to synchronize material for a multi-person streaming experience. The service now enables SharePlay for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV users allowing them to enjoy content with friends through FaceTime.
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On Monday, Hulu, the Disney-owned streaming platform, unveiled a long-awaited upgrade to its iOS app.
