Apple made a major U-turn with CarPlay after a decade of not allowing video playback. Starting with iOS 26, Apple technically allows apps to display video through the CarPlay screen while parked. Here’s the latest on where things stand for the feature. Park to unlock video playback through CarPlay The capability falls under the name ‘video in the car’ and was first mentioned on Apple’s developer website for CarPlay last summer: AirPlay video in the car enables people to watch their favorite videos from iPhone right on their CarPlay display when they aren’t driving. Integrate support for CarPlay with AirPlay video to enable this feature in your car. Apple points developers and automakers interested in making and supporting CarPlay apps with video playback to learn more: If you are interested in supporting CarPlay, CarPlay Ultra, AirPlay video, or car keys in your vehicle system, learn more about the MFi Program .…