Charlie's Video Player

Charlie's Video Player

by Dominic Manley

6 ratings
8 reviews

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This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 19, 2012
  • October 23, 2021

Features

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About

This app is a media player designed for parents of young children. It features a child lock to prevent accidental interruptions during playback and allows for playlist creation. It supports native iOS video and audio formats.

Child lock for playback control
Playlist management
Autoplay on startup
Never-ending play (looping)
Supports native iOS formats
Universal app for iPhone and iPad
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What's New in Charlie's Video Player

1.5.1

October 23, 2021

1.5.1: Fixed the in-app support e-mail address. 1.5: Updated the app so it functions and looks better on modern devices. Updated the user guide and support links/contacts.

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User reviews

Already a functionality on iPhone

This app works as it should but it’s pretty restricting as far as what they can watch. For anyone just wanting a way to lock their screen so their little ones can’t mess with the videos they’re watching, I just found that there’s already a screen lock function on iPhones called Guided Access. If you enable it, you can control what is allowed to be touched on the screen and for how long.
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This is what i want!

Found this special video player for kids and it functions as exactly what i want. Just hopefully it will redesign to ios7 ui and support playlist.

Spot on.

Charlie's Video Player is exactly what I was looking for. All the other players out there came pre-loaded with videos and I didn't want that. I wanted control over what videos my kids can watch and by adding the videos via iTunes, I have that control. Thanks for the great app!

Issues

Could not add video files, instructions did not assist. I have purchased videos on iPone however the application dose not recognise then. I then spent hours on iTunes trying to locate 'file sharing' and then still was unable to add these files.

Worthless!

This application is worthless! I didn't understand the limitations explained in the other review. You can't actually play any of the videos from the video library already on your device! You'd have to copy your videos a second time into this app. I don't need two copies of the same video on my device. Wish I could get my money back on this one!
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FAQ

Does Charlie's Video Player have ads?

No, Charlie's Video Player does not contain advertisements. It is a completely free application.

What devices does Charlie's Video Player support?

Charlie's Video Player is a universal app that supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It also features a high-resolution UI for retina iPhones and iPads.

How do I add videos to Charlie's Video Player?

Videos and audio files can only be added via iTunes File Sharing. The app only plays formats native to iOS. Refer to the User Guide for instructions on preparing and copying media.

Can Charlie's Video Player disable home buttons?

No, Charlie's Video Player does not disable the home or side buttons on your device. To achieve this, you need to enable 'Guided Access' in your device's settings, as detailed in the app's User Guide.

What is the child lock in Charlie's Video Player?

The child lock is a security feature that prevents young children from interrupting media playback by tapping the screen. It is activated by a secret combination of tapping the four corners of the screen and can be changed anytime.

How often is Charlie's Video Player updated?

The latest version, 1.5.1, was released on October 23, 2021. While the app is free, updates may vary in frequency. Users can contact the developer for suggestions.

What is the age rating for Charlie's Video Player?

Charlie's Video Player has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older.

What are the main benefits of using Charlie's Video Player?

The primary benefit is its child-lock feature, which ensures uninterrupted media playback for young children. It also offers simple playlist management and an autoplay option for quick distractions.