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How to Get VLC For iPhone and iPad

VLC For iPhone and iPad is awesome and there is no doubt about that. Complete with AirPlay support, multiple ways to load files into the video app, real-time video filters, playback speed manipulation, subtitles and more (DropBox Support).

It seems that its not yet available in the US App Store as I have found out this evening. However from what I can tell from a few blogs its being rolled out. If you have connections who will allow you to VPN into a network in another country you can download this now, or simply wait; which I did not.

VLC for iOS requires iOS 5.1 or later. It runs on any iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, including the first iPad

Here are some of the features

  • Play all files, in all formats, including exotic ones, like classic VLC media player.
  • Play MKV, multiple audio tracks (including 5.1), and subtitles tracks (including SSA!).
  • Support for network streams, including HLS, MMS or RTSP.
  • Include video filters, playback speed manipulation, and fine seeking.
  • A video media library, with WiFi Upload, Dropbox integration and optional passcode lock.
  • Integration for bluetooth headsets and AirPlay.
  • Supports iOS 5.1 or later including the first iPad.
  • Completely free, libre and open source.