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The YouTube app is about to get a big change for millions of users — here’s how
October 10, 2024
YouTube is currently experimenting with a fresh user interface (UI) design for its Android app, drawing inspiration from its existing Smart TV layout. This initiative underscores Google’s ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience, even for one of the most popular streaming applications available on smartphones. According to a recent report by 9to5 Google, the company is conducting A/B testing on this new design, and feedback from testers has been quite vocal, with some users expressing their dissatisfaction on platforms like Reddit.
Changes in the User Interface
The redesign introduces several notable adjustments. For instance, the video title has been repositioned above the progress bar, while the channel icon and subscriber count have been relocated adjacent to the channel name. Below this, viewers will find the view count and publish date. Additionally, the expand button has been shifted to the top left corner, accompanied by a new rotate button. A second playlist button has also taken the place of the previous expand button that was situated above the progress bar.
(Image credit: DefinitionIcy4835 @ Reddit)
Another significant alteration involves the removal of the forward and back buttons while in fullscreen mode. These controls will only appear when the video is paused. Meanwhile, audience interaction buttons—likes, dislikes, comments, and shares—have been repositioned above the progress bar on the right side, with the corresponding like/dislike counts now displayed below the icons.
In an intriguing development, YouTube is also integrating AI features for Premium users on Android devices, enabling them to pose questions about the video currently being watched. Furthermore, the platform has begun rolling out new advertisements that will appear when a video is paused, adding another layer to the user experience.
For those seeking an uninterrupted viewing experience, subscribing to YouTube Premium remains a highly recommended option, ensuring that users can enjoy content without the distraction of ads.
The YouTube app is about to get a big change for millions of users — here’s how
YouTube is currently experimenting with a fresh user interface (UI) design for its Android app, drawing inspiration from its existing Smart TV layout. This initiative underscores Google’s ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience, even for one of the most popular streaming applications available on smartphones. According to a recent report by 9to5 Google, the company is conducting A/B testing on this new design, and feedback from testers has been quite vocal, with some users expressing their dissatisfaction on platforms like Reddit.
Changes in the User Interface
The redesign introduces several notable adjustments. For instance, the video title has been repositioned above the progress bar, while the channel icon and subscriber count have been relocated adjacent to the channel name. Below this, viewers will find the view count and publish date. Additionally, the expand button has been shifted to the top left corner, accompanied by a new rotate button. A second playlist button has also taken the place of the previous expand button that was situated above the progress bar.
Another significant alteration involves the removal of the forward and back buttons while in fullscreen mode. These controls will only appear when the video is paused. Meanwhile, audience interaction buttons—likes, dislikes, comments, and shares—have been repositioned above the progress bar on the right side, with the corresponding like/dislike counts now displayed below the icons.
In an intriguing development, YouTube is also integrating AI features for Premium users on Android devices, enabling them to pose questions about the video currently being watched. Furthermore, the platform has begun rolling out new advertisements that will appear when a video is paused, adding another layer to the user experience.
For those seeking an uninterrupted viewing experience, subscribing to YouTube Premium remains a highly recommended option, ensuring that users can enjoy content without the distraction of ads.