Using the camera should not stop audio from playing over Airplay

Originator:freerunnering
Number:rdar://21172134 Date Originated:30-May-2015 02:35 PM
Status:Open Resolved:
Product:iOS Product Version:iOS 8 and below
Classification:Enhancement Reproducible:Not Applicable
 
Summary:
"Try to video my son singing along to a song. The camera app stops the music streaming and breaks AirPlay. Can't resume music for minutes."
https://twitter.com/majicDave/status/604031594697895936

"Meanwhile my son is crying because the music stopped and I really really want to throw this stupid iPhone through the window!"
https://twitter.com/majicDave/status/604031775195545601

Steps to Reproduce:
Use an iPhone to play audio. Send that audio out over Airplay to the TV or speakers in the house. (for example for a party)

Attempt to video a fun moment in your house with your iPhone.


Expected Results:
The music continues.

Everyone remains happy and you capture a beautiful moment on your wonderful iPhone that is controlling it all.


Actual Results:
The music stops.

Everyone looks for the problem (which is you). You feel embarrassed and hurriedly scramble to put the music back on before everyone gets agree at you while annoyed at your iPhone


Version:
iOS 8 and below

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Configuration:
iPhone

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