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Now Playing

Now Playing

by Apple Inc.

72 ratings
18 reviews
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Free

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Control and view media playing on your Apple Watch, iPhone, or connected devices like HomePod and Bluetooth speakers. Easily manage audio playback with relevant controls surfacing on your watch.

✓Control media on Apple Watch, iPhone, and connected devices
✓Surface relevant media controls on Apple Watch
✓View currently playing content
✓Manage music, audiobooks, and podcasts
✓Complication to display listening status
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What's New in Now Playing

1.5

December 12, 2025

Bug Fixes and Feature Enhancements

User reviews

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Etjoh26

Since the last update, I can no longer listen to my audiobooks on the watch. This is so annoying because this is one of the reasons I bought this device. Please fix this.
EtjohEtjoh

Pretty good.. for Apple Watch

I love this app until today I was playing a podcast today and all of a sudden I couldn’t control it on my Apple Watch so can you fix that in watchOS 9
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Helpful

Very helpful during gym
Aryan AshikAryan Ashik

Appears to much on my screen

But I don’t care it’s great
David RobitailleDavid Robitaille

Great app

Great app for controlling playback on your iPhone or HomePods. Would be great if you could also control volume in an iPad.
BoulderdanhBoulderdanh
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FAQ

What does the Now Playing app do?

The Now Playing app allows you to control and view media that is currently playing on your Apple Watch, iPhone, or other connected devices like HomePod or Bluetooth speakers. It provides easy access to your media playback across your Apple ecosystem.

What kind of media can I control?

You can control various types of media, including music, audiobooks, and podcasts. The app surfaces relevant media controls on your Apple Watch based on what you are actively listening to.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the Now Playing app is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

What devices is this app compatible with?

This app is designed for Apple Watch and works in conjunction with your iPhone and other connected devices such as HomePod or paired Bluetooth speakers.

How can I quickly see what I'm listening to?

You can use the Now Playing complication on your Apple Watch. This feature displays what you are currently listening to with just a raise of your wrist, offering quick status updates.