YouTube’s controversial desktop redesign is now obtainable to all YouTube Premium subscribers, because the platform continues to work on its new format, which can ideally, finally present a extra intuitive and fascinating viewing expertise.
As you may see on this instance (posted by Android Authority), the up to date YouTube desktop playback U.I. locations the video title, description, and feedback to the suitable of the video participant, with suggestions on the backside, as a substitute of alongside the suitable aspect of the display.
YouTube says that the “improved viewing expertise” is designed to clear the playback display, whereas additionally making it simpler to seek out associated content material, and “enhancing” your capability to interact with feedback.
Although suggestions on the redesign so far has been lower than stellar.
I imply, any change that takes individuals away from what they’re accustomed to, on apps with thousands and thousands (or certainly billions) of customers goes to get its justifiable share of criticism. However customers have famous that the brand new format is much less participating, much less responsive, and mainly jarring in its presentation.
These might be rising pains, and customers will possible get used to it. However it is going to be fascinating to see the way it’s obtained on a broader scale, now that every one Premium subscribers are capable of entry it.
YouTube’s been testing a number of variations of the brand new desktop U.I. since February, however now, it seems to have settled on this one. And the truth that it’s additionally being examined on a wider scale might counsel that it’s coming quickly, so whether or not you prefer it or not, you’ll have to get used to it.
And should you’re tremendous eager to get a really feel for it, you may sign-up for YouTube Premium to attempt it out.
YouTube says that the redesigned Watch web page is obtainable as a Premium perk until July 1st.
