#2 - SharePlay
Something any video streaming app should implement
The second Curated iOS issue focuses on SharePlay - Apple feature introduced at WWDC21 that enables users to enjoy shared experiences, such as watching movies, listening to music, or playing games, while on a FaceTime call or within a Message conversation.
Official Apple
Check out Apple developer portal for SharePlay feature description and Apple Human Interface Guidelines for the best practices.
Here you can find list of WWDC videos about SharePlay.
Additionally, Apple provides valuable sample code on supporting coordinated Media playback.
Tutorials
SharePlay step-by-step tutorial by Michael Temper, where he addresses potential challenges and solutions.
3rd party SDK
If you're using a 3rd party player SDK, you might find the Bitmovin iOS Player SDK implementation documentation relevant and useful.
Videos
Tom Lokhorst talk on turning app experience into a shared experience.
Stay tuned for more updates!
Until next time,
Artjoms