# Beanstalk - Media Discovery

> Unified media discovery and playback from online services and local libraries. (iPhone/iPad app by Beanstalk Technologies LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beanstalk-media-discovery/id402090377 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Beanstalk Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/402090380)
- Category: Entertainment, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-12-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beanstalk-media-discovery/id402090377/reviews.md

## What is Beanstalk?

A unique app for finding and organizing videos, podcasts, music, photos and more from popular internet sites and from your Apple device's photo, video and music libraries.  If you are a subscriber to Apple Music, the entire Apple Music Catalog is included in searches. If you are a Netflix subscriber, search for your favorite titles and watch them without having to navigate through the Netflix interface. You can play your Apple Music playlists and watch slideshows of your Apple photo albums and your Apple videos inside the app.

Features:
- Search a dozen popular media sites at once or limit searches to video, audio , image or book sites
-  Browse all results in 'query albums' containing tracks of music, podcasts, videos, photos or books
- Save favorite queries for quickly re-playing tracks and updating query results from a source
- Combine individual tracks into multi-media playlists. For example, save podcast shows or episodes, music tracks and music videos by or about a single artist in a single playlist
- Browse existing song playlists from your Apple device's Music app and play them inside of Beanstalk
- Browse photo albums from your Apple device's Photos app and view them inside of Beanstalk
- Browse videos in your Photos app and play them
- Apple Podcast show and Podcast Index episodes are included in searches
- YouTube videos are included in searches, and can be saved in playlists and played via an embedded YouTube player
- Audio tracks in playlists and favorite query albums can play in background mode, with automatic skipping from track to track within the playlist or query album
- The app works in windows mode on iPads and Macs running OS26, allowing you to play videos, music or podcasts while using other apps
- Photos are presented as individual tracks and combined into a scrolling 'gallery' track for a playlist of query album
- 'Sign in with Apple' option enables quick registration and sign in using facial recognition, touch ID or device password
- Stay logged in to Beanstalk between launches

## Key features

- Search multiple media sites simultaneously
- Organize content into query albums
- Create multi-media playlists
- Play Apple Music playlists
- View Apple photo albums and videos
- Background audio playback
- Windowed mode on iPad/Mac


## Frequently asked questions about Beanstalk

### What media can Beanstalk discover?

Beanstalk can discover videos, podcasts, music, and photos from popular internet sites and your Apple device's libraries. It integrates with services like Apple Music and Netflix, and also includes YouTube and Apple Podcasts.

### Can I play content from Beanstalk in the background?

Yes, audio tracks within playlists and favorite query albums can play in background mode. This allows you to listen to music or podcasts while using other applications.

### Does Beanstalk work on multiple Apple devices?

Beanstalk is supported on Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It also offers windowed mode on iPads and Macs running OS26, enabling multitasking.

### How does Beanstalk handle user accounts and privacy?

Beanstalk offers a 'Sign in with Apple' option for quick registration and sign-in using facial recognition, Touch ID, or device password. It also allows you to stay logged in between launches.

### Is Beanstalk free to use?

Yes, Beanstalk is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core media discovery and playback features.

### How often is Beanstalk updated?

The latest version of Beanstalk is 5.1.3, last updated on November 11, 2025. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What is the age rating for Beanstalk?

Beanstalk has an age rating of 12+. This suggests it is suitable for users aged 12 and above.

### Can I combine different types of media into one playlist in Beanstalk?

Yes, you can combine individual tracks into multi-media playlists. For example, you can save podcast episodes, music tracks, and music videos by or about a single artist into one playlist.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.3 — 2025-11-11

- Photos collection now displays albums on the user's device, not shared iCloud albums
- Fixes to Apple Music and Apple Photo Library authorization requests

### 5.1.2 — 2025-11-08

- Improved handling of 'network not available' condition
- Improvements to 'Now Playing' music view
- New 'Delete Account' function available on User Info view

### 5.1.1 — 2025-10-27

- Upgrades to the UI
- Support for bundles (music albums, podcast shows).

### 5.1.0 — 2025-09-27

The user interface has been re-designed to incorporate the Liquid Glass features of IOS 26

### 5.0.5 — 2025-02-19

Fix to first-time signup or login

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