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CornerTube - PiP for YouTube

CornerTube - PiP for YouTube

Watch YouTube in PiP mode

210 ratings
89 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity

Archived App (Last seen on 15 Oct 2026)

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
January 21, 2016
Updated
April 20, 2022

Features

Developer

Tiny Whale Pte. Ltd.
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About

This app allows you to watch YouTube videos in Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode, enabling multitasking. It integrates with your device's notification center and other apps for seamless video playback.

✓Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode
✓Today Widget for quick access
✓Action Extension for sharing
✓Split View multitasking support
✓In-app YouTube search
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What users say about CornerTube

Reviews of CornerTube are mixed: the Utilities app is rated 4.4/5 from 210 App Store ratings. What users like most: picture-in-Picture functionality works as advertised, simple and intuitive user interface. Top complaints: app no longer receives updates (3+ years), frequent video playback failures and errors. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • ✅Picture-in-Picture functionality works as advertised
  • 👍Simple and intuitive user interface
  • 🎬Enables YouTube viewing while multitasking
  • 💰One-time purchase alternative to YouTube Premium
  • 📱Ad-free viewing experience
  • 🔄Easy sharing via YouTube app extension
  • ⚡Quick video loading when functioning properly

Negative things

  • 🐛App no longer receives updates (3+ years)
  • ❌Frequent video playback failures and errors
  • 🔐Privacy concerns - tracks browsing history without consent
  • 💔Inconsistent functionality - doesn't work reliably
  • 🚫Crashes and compatibility issues with iOS updates
  • 📺Poor video quality and slow loading times
  • 💸Paid app with intrusive ads despite purchase
  • 🔌Doesn't support background audio playback
  • 📵Doesn't work with locked phone screens
  • 🎯Requires manual workarounds to use effectively
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What's New in CornerTube

2.0.4

April 20, 2022

In previous versions sometimes you can't open a new video from the extension. It should work as expected now!

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Abandoned app?

The app hasn’t received any updates in the last 3 years and is no longer working.
Taurus123Taurus123

Cannot properly load anything

It looks like it’s time for an update, but the developer seems to have abandoned the app. I don’t recommend it unless that changes.
MiragosaMiragosa

Used to work

Every video says, "error code 4 this video is unavailable". If it gets fixed, I will update this review.
NotasevNotasev

No longer working

Works perfectly previously but now no longer working. Every video loads with error code 15
95DJ95DJ

Can you update and log in accounts?

Thanks for the update with the setting button. But can I log in my account so I save my watch history
Ka-nameKa-name
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

Error code 4 - video unavailable messages

Bug

App crashes when switching between media players

Bug

Full screen mode doesn't persist after controls

Bug

PiP mode reverts to full screen unexpectedly

Bug

Smart Keyboard locks on iPad

Bug

App extension not functioning properly

Bug

Magic keyboard incompatibility

Bug

Video fails to load intermittently

Bug

Notification linking appears constantly

Bug

Latest update causes unwanted PiP shrinking

Bug

Compatibility broken with recent iOS versions

Bug

Widget doesn't play videos, only launches app

Bug
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Requested Features

14 requests

Account login and watch history synchronization

Feature

Resume playback from where you left off

Feature

Recently played videos list

Feature

Adjustable video player size

Feature

Playback speed control

Feature

Keyboard shortcuts and Actions support

Feature

Queue functionality for multiple videos

Feature

YouTube subscriptions and library integration

Feature

Playlist support and channel browsing

Feature

Caption/subtitle display options

Feature

Full screen mode stability

Feature

Video scrubbing in PiP mode

Feature

60fps support

Feature

Automatic playlist video progression

Feature

FAQ

What does CornerTube do?

CornerTube allows you to watch YouTube videos in Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode. This means you can continue watching your video in a small, resizable window while using other apps on your device.

How can I use CornerTube with other apps?

You can use the Action Extension to open YouTube links directly in CornerTube from any app. Simply tap and hold a YouTube link and select 'Open in CornerTube' from the share sheet.

Is CornerTube free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. It does not contain in-app purchases or advertisements.

Does CornerTube support Split View multitasking?

Yes, CornerTube supports Split View multitasking on compatible iPad models (iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4, iPad Pro, or better). This allows you to have CornerTube open alongside another app.

How does the Today Widget work?

The Today Widget detects YouTube links in your clipboard. When a YouTube link is detected, you can tap a button in the Notification Center to open the video in CornerTube, making it easily accessible.