Apple is enhancing its Podcasts app with an “enhanced video podcast experience” coming in iOS 26.4. The update will let users seamlessly switch between watching video podcasts and listening to audio, according to Apple’s announcement. This upgrade aims to bring advanced video podcast capabilities to both creators and listeners.

The move reflects Apple’s push to compete with platforms like YouTube and Spotify, which already offer robust video podcast features. By integrating video capabilities directly into the Podcasts app, Apple is positioning itself to retain users who might otherwise migrate to rival services for video content. The ability to toggle between video and audio modes could make podcasts more accessible across different contexts.

While details remain limited, the update signals Apple’s recognition of video’s growing importance in podcasting. As more creators embrace video formats, Apple’s enhanced experience could help it stay competitive in the evolving podcast landscape. The iOS 26.4 release will likely include additional refinements to the video podcast interface, though specifics have not yet been disclosed.