You can play video in the background on your Samsung device using specific browsers like Samsung Internet, or by using a service like YouTube Premium.
Playing video in the background allows audio to continue even when you switch to another app or turn off your screen. Here are the common methods for Samsung devices:
Using Samsung Internet Browser
Based on the reference, one effective way to achieve background play, particularly for YouTube videos, is by using the built-in Samsung Internet browser. This browser often has settings that allow audio playback even when the app is not in the foreground.
Here's a general process (steps might vary slightly by version):
- Open the Samsung Internet app on your phone.
- Navigate to the video website (e.g., YouTube.com).
- Play the video you want to watch.
- You should be able to leave the app, switch to another app, or even turn off your screen, and the audio from the video should continue playing. You can often control playback from your notification shade or lock screen.
Note: This functionality can sometimes change based on updates to the browser or the video website.
Using YouTube Premium
The official way to play YouTube videos in the background is by subscribing to YouTube Premium.
- Subscription Benefit: A YouTube Premium subscription includes background play as a standard feature for videos played through the official YouTube app.
- How it Works: Once subscribed, simply play a video in the YouTube app. You can then navigate out of the app, and the video's audio will continue playing.
Other Browser Options
Some other third-party browsers available on the Google Play Store may also support background video playback, similar to Samsung Internet. Examples include:
- Brave Browser: Often blocks ads and supports background play for many video sites.
- Dolphin Browser: Another browser that historically offered background playback features.
Using browsers can be a free alternative to subscriptions, but compatibility can vary depending on the website hosting the video.
Summary of Methods
| Method | Description | Requires Subscription? | Works for YouTube? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Internet | Default Samsung browser with background play | No | Often works |
| YouTube Premium | Paid subscription service by YouTube | Yes | Yes |
| Other Browsers | Select third-party browsers with features | No | Varies by browser |
Choose the method that best suits your needs and device settings.
