YouTube Premium 1080p Enhanced bitrate rate arrives for the web

Google introduced several features for YouTube Premium subscribers, including Enhanced Video Quality on iOS earlier this year. At that time, the company said that an experiment will be coming to the Web as well soon. After a test a few weeks back, YouTube has started rolling the feature widely.

YouTube said to be testing stricter policies for ad-blockers

YouTube is reportedly testing a more aggressive stance against ad blockers, as reported by a Reddit user (Reddit_n_Me). The new popup message includes three numbered white boxes, warning users that their video player will be blocked after three instances of ad blocking.

YouTube reportedly testing new online gaming feature

YouTube is reportedly conducting internal testing of a new feature that allows users to play online games on their desktop through the YouTube website or on their iOS and Android devices using the YouTube app.

YouTube introduces Aloud AI-powered dubbing feature

YouTube has unveiled a new AI-powered feature aimed at breaking down language barriers and facilitating video dubbing in various languages. During the recent VidCon event, YouTube announced that it will be leveraging the expertise of the Aloud team, an AI-powered dubbing service developed within Google’s Area 120 incubator.

YouTube lowers requirements for Partner Program monetization

Google made significant updates to the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) last year to support creators in increasing their earnings on YouTube. As part of these updates, eligibility for YPP, it extended to include Shorts creators, along with the introduction of Shorts ad revenue sharing.

YouTube Stories is shutting down on June 26

YouTube introduced Stories, an Instagram-like stories feature, but in the form of short, mobile-only videos back in 2018 that can be viewed for up to 7 days. Now, YouTube has announced that it will be shutting down the Stories feature on June 26th.

YouTube Premium gets higher video quality, SharePlay support, and more

Google has introduced a bunch of new features for YouTube Premium subscribers. YouTube launched audio tracks in different languages for creators in February.

YouTube rolls out Multi-Language audio tracks for creators

YouTube has launched multi-language audio tracks feature worldwide after testing it with select creators. YouTubers can now upload multiple audio tracks to a single video.

Susan Wojcicki steps down as YouTube CEO, Neal Mohan to replace her

On Thursday, YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki announced that she plans to “start a new chapter focused on my family, health, and personal projects” after running the video-sharing platform for nearly a decade. In a blog post, Wojcicki detailed her plans to step back from her leadership role at the company.

YouTube Go Live Together is a new way to host co-streams

YouTube has now made its “Go Live Together” feature more accessible, rolling it out to all channels with 50 or more subscribers. With this feature, creators can invite a friend to co-livestream with them, making it easier to collaborate and engage with their audience. The main streamer’s feed will be displayed above their guests when … Continue reading “YouTube Go Live Together is a new way to host co-streams”

YouTube TV rolls out redesigned Live, Library sections

YouTube TV is rolling out the latest redesigns for its Live and Library sections. With improved content filtering and better organizational tools, this redesign will allow users to manage their content and make your library feel less cluttered.

Google to launch Courses on YouTube in India

Today, the 8th version of Google for India 2022 was live-streamed on YouTube. The Union Minister of Railways, Communication, and Information and Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Google CEO Sundar Pichai shared the stage at the event.

YouTube is testing video queue for Android and iOS

YouTube is testing a new premium feature that lets you set up videos to watch next by adding videos to your queue while continuing to watch content. You can edit the order in which videos play, or remove videos from the Queue. This functionality already exists on the web.

YouTube begins rolling out its own custom Gaming emotes

YouTube has started rolling out its own personalized emotes. YouTube Emotes, which are similar to Twitch emotes, can be used in comment sections and live conversations across YouTube; however, the platform previously permitted individual streamers to offer their own reactions and emotes.