iOS 18 Guide: How to keep audio playback active while filming

Apple introduced an exciting new feature with iOS 18 that gives you more creative freedom when recording video. You can now continue audio playback on your iPhone while recording a video - something that wasn't possible in previous versions of the operating system.

Have you ever tried to record a video while music is playing in the background and found that the sound immediately stops as soon as the recording starts? This has been a common annoyance for many iPhone users. However, with iOS 18, this problem is a thing of the past. Whether you're shooting a music video or just want some atmospheric background music for your next creative project, iOS 18 now gives you the ability to control audio playback while recording a video.

New in iOS 18

In previous versions of iOS, including iOS 17, audio playback would automatically stop once you started recording video in the Camera app. This meant that you couldn't play music or other sounds through your iPhone's speakers and record a video at the same time. However, iOS 18 brings this new feature that allows you to keep audio playback while recording.

Benefits of the new feature

Thanks to this new feature, you no longer have to resort to complicated workarounds, as was necessary with the QuickTake function in Photo mode. With QuickTake, you could continue audio playback but the video quality was significantly reduced. With iOS 18, you can now enjoy full video quality while playing the desired soundtrack. Whether you are shooting a professional video or just creating a personal project, this feature gives you more creative control and flexibility.

How to enable audio playback during video recording

To use this handy feature in iOS 18, you first need to enable it in Settings. To do so, simply follow these steps:

Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Scroll down and tap “Camera”.
Select the “Record Sound” option.
Enable the “Allow audio playback” setting.

Once enabled, audio playback will no longer automatically stop when you record a video in the Camera app. Note that if the audio is played while recording a video, it will be recorded in mono through your iPhone's speakers. This is a limitation to keep in mind if you value high audio quality.

How to Shoot More Creative Videos with Background Music in iOS 18

iOS 18 brings a small but subtle change with the ability to continue audio playback while recording video, which can have a big impact on your creative projects. This new feature not only gives you more flexibility but also significantly improves the user experience when creating videos on your iPhone. If you enable this option, you can be sure that your video recordings will look even more professional and fun in the future. Make sure you get the most out of your iPhone and integrate this feature into your workflow. Time for some fresh accessories? Visit our Amazon Storefront and discover a wide range of products from leading manufacturers, including for HomeKit! (Photo by Unsplash / Nicolas Solerieu)