Netflix, Spotify and YouTube are a few of the apps that won’t sync with SharePlay. Apple also notes that a subscription will be required for both parties in order to share streaming services (like HBO Max or Disney Plus) through SharePlay.
If you’re wondering if SharePlay supports Netflix, the answer is no. However, this may change in the future, so you may be able to coerce your friend into watching the new season of “You” at a later date.
With SharePlay support in Apple TV+, Apple Music, and Apple Fitness+ — as well as many of the most popular apps like NBA, TikTok, Twitch, Paramount+, and SHOWTIME — users can watch movies and TV shows, listen to music, or complete a workout with friends together on a FaceTime call.
To start Share Play, you need to be a PlayStation®Plus member. You can use Share Play with players using a PS5™ console or a PS4™ console.
To cast from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch:
- Launch the Netflix app on your mobile device.
- Once you’re signed in, select the Cast icon in the upper or lower right corner of the screen.
- Select the device you would like to watch your TV show or movie on.
- Select a TV show or movie to watch and press Play.
Make Sure you’re Using the Right Version
Before that, the SharePlay button might be there but it will be grayed out. To check your iOS version, open the Settings app. Then, tap the ‘General’ option. … SharePlay is available on macOS if you’re using the public beta macOS 12.1 right now.
How can I watch Netflix together?
Go to Netflix’s website. Choose any show you would like to watch and start playing the video. To create your party, click on the red “NP” icon located next to the address bar. Then click “Start Party” to get the party started, and share the party URL to invite friends.
Go to the Home Screen, then open a video streaming app that supports SharePlay (for example, the Apple TV app ). Select a show or movie you want to watch, tap the Play button, then select Play for Everyone (if it appears) to begin watching with everyone on the call.
Listen to Spotify together in FaceTime calls with SharePlay. During a SharePlay session, anyone on the call can listen to and control what plays.
All you need to do is open the Apple Music app, find the song or album, press play, and choose to listen together – others on the call will need to Join SharePlay to hear the music. The music will then start in sync for everyone on the call.
Screen sharing with SharePlay
Official support will come on an app-by-app basis for third-party services like Disney+, HBO Max, and more. … However, if you want to share things like YouTube videos or other apps, most will work with the screen sharing SharePlay option.
Can you do Netflix party on iPad?
The Teleparty extension only works on laptop and desktop computers, both Macs and PCs. That means you can’t currently use Teleparty on iPads, games console or on your TV.
Does Netflix party require everyone to have Netflix?
Everyone that joins the party needs their own Netflix account, and needs toinstall the Teleparty Chrome Extension.
Why won’t Netflix play through my HDMI?
Netflix might not be playing because of an issue related to digital copy protection. To resolve the issue: Make sure that you’re using an HDMI cable. … If you can stream on another TV, there may be an issue with the HDMI port on the original TV.