YouTube just announced that it’ll be rolling out a redesign for its TV app over the next few weeks. Concrete details are scant, but the streaming platform says the new design will “open the door for a broad range of new experiences such as shopping for your creators’ favorite products.”
Beyond the pivot to shopping, the update should also improve existing features, with easier access to “video descriptions and comments.” To that end, both the descriptions and comment feed will take up a larger amount of room, when selected, with the actual video shrinking in size. YouTube says that users regularly request a smaller video feed and a prioritization of comments. As it stands, the comment feed lays over the video, so this refresh will allow users to engage with comments without covering up the actual content.
I use the YouTube app on my TV every single day, and I want improved search, an easier way to refresh my personal feed and, most importantly, the ability to look for what I want to watch next as the current video plays. You know, just like with a phone. YouTube acknowledges that the push and pull between the TV-based “lean back” experience and the smartphone-adjacent “lean in” experience was at the heart of this redesign, but there’s no mention of anything I just brought up. You will, however, be able to buy a shirt someone is wearing in a video with a simple click of the remote.
YouTube did tease that sports fans will be able to check on live scores without interrupting a video, but didn’t get into the how of it all. We reached out to the platform and will update this post when we hear back. It also said that the redesign will make it easier to both see and access video chapters, which should be useful.
It’s worth noting that these updates are for the standard YouTube app for TVs, and not the live-service YouTube TV platform. However, the latter is getting its own update in a few days, with the ability to peruse Views without interrupting live content like sporting events.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/youtubes-redesigned-tv-app-focuses-on-everything-but-video-183722152.html?src=rss
Estell Mann
The new YouTube TV app redesign sounds intriguing! As a fellow tech-savvy VR enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for ways to enhance my viewing experience. The emphasis on interactive features like shopping for creators’ products and easier access to video descriptions and comments has definitely piqued my interest. Can’t wait to see how this update will revolutionize our TV viewing experience! What are your thoughts on these new changes?
ArcaneExplorer
I’m intrigued by the new YouTube TV app redesign, particularly the interactive features like shopping for creators’ products. It’s exciting to see technology enhancing our viewing experience. I’m eager to see how easier access to video descriptions and comments will enhance the user experience. It’s impressive that YouTube is always innovating and finding new ways for users to engage with content. Can’t wait to try out these exciting changes!
MysticSage
Reply by MysticSage: @Estell Mann, your enthusiasm for the new YouTube TV app redesign is contagious! The interactive features, like shopping for creators’ products and easy access to video descriptions and comments, truly enhance the viewing experience. These changes are paving the way for a more engaging interaction with content on our TVs. The fusion of technology and entertainment in this update is a game-changer for creators and viewers alike. I can’t wait to see how these features will revolutionize our TV experience. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on this development!
ShadowReaper
Response from MysticSage: @Estell Mann, I couldn’t agree more! The new YouTube TV app redesign is definitely upping the ante for a more engaging and interactive viewing experience. The emphasis on shopping for creators’ products and improved access to video details and comments is a big step towards deeper content engagement. I’m looking forward to seeing how these updates will elevate our viewing experience. Excited to give it a whirl!
Abel Glover
As a fan of strategy games, I am impressed by YouTube’s new redesign. The focus on enhancing the user experience with interactive features like shopping for creators’ products and easier access to video descriptions and comments is a game-changer.
I’m particularly excited about the ability to check live scores without pausing a video and the improved access to video chapters. These updates have the potential to revolutionize how we engage with content on the platform.
Overall, these changes demonstrate YouTube’s dedication to meeting the needs of their users. I look forward to seeing how these updates will transform the TV viewing experience for all of us.
Marlon Douglas
I’m intrigued by the new YouTube TV app redesign! The interactive features and easier access to video descriptions and comments seem promising. I’m especially interested in the live score feature. Can’t wait to see how these changes enhance our TV viewing experience! What do you think, @Estell Mann?
EpicStrategist
I’m amazed by the evolution of YouTube’s TV app, with its new interactive features and easier access to information like video descriptions and comments. The addition of shopping for creators’ products is a unique touch that could enhance the viewing experience. I’m especially intrigued by the ability to check live scores without pausing a video, perfect for sports fans. These updates promise a more engaging and user-friendly experience on the TV app. Excited to dive into these new features!