How to Play MKV and Other Formats on iPhone?

• Why Don't iPhones and Other Apple Devices Support MKV?

• MKV is a popular video format, but Apple devices do not support MKV files because MKV can contain a variety of video, audio, image, and subtitle stream codecs, which can lead to copyright issues and the burden of transcoding.

Two Methods to Play MKV Files

1. Install a Third-Party MKV Player

• You can download third-party media players like VidHub or Infuse from the App Store to play MKV files on your iPhone without the need for conversion.
• Steps to Play MKV with VidHub:
  1. Download and install VidHub from the App Store.
  2. Open VidHub, tap to add a file source – open local videos.

1. Convert MKV to a Format Supported by iPhone

• If you do not wish to install a third-party player, converting MKV to a format compatible with the iPhone is another solution. Tools like Omni Converter can be used to convert MKV files.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How to Play MKV Files from Telegram and Other Apps on iPhone?

• If Telegram or other apps cannot play the received MKV files, you can download and use a third-party player like VidHub to open them, or convert them before playing.

1. Are There Any Other Third-Party Players Besides VidHub?

• Besides VidHub, you can install the following media players from the App Store to play MKV files:
  • Omni Player
  • Fig Player

1. Can MKV Be Directly Added to the iTunes Library?

• No. MKV is not compatible with iTunes and will not appear in the browse and import options. The only way to import MKV files into iTunes is to convert MKV to MP4, MOV, or other iTunes-compatible formats.

1. Are There Any Apps That Can Play MKV Files with Subtitles on iPhone?

• Yes, many iPhone players have subtitle options, such as VidHub.