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just install "New pipe" from f-droid, it really rocks. Allows you to play videos in background, download video or audio - practically everything. The only issue is that it sometimes breaks when youtube changes its protocol

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No, New pipe can only play background videos on picture in picture which is very annoying. Is there a way to get true background playing on newpipe?

BTW you should take a look at YouTube Vanced.

> New pipe can only play background videos on picture in picture which is very annoying.

This is not the experience I have. Are you sure you're on the latest version?

Thanks I misused it. One actually has to touch the headphone icon which is not very accessible but it works!

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