YouTube TV Introduces Customizable Multiview and New Ad Formats
Google is rolling out a fully customizable Multiview in YouTube TV and testing new YouTube Live ads
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YouTube TV is enhancing its Multiview feature, allowing users to customize their viewing experience by selecting channels to watch simultaneously. Additionally, Google is testing a new 'side-by-side' ad format for live streams that mutes audio instead of interrupting the broadcast.
- 01YouTube TV now offers a fully customizable Multiview feature.
- 02Users can select their preferred channels to view simultaneously.
- 03The new Multiview feature is rolling out server-side, not tied to app versions.
- 04Google is testing 'side-by-side' ads for live streams that mute audio instead of pausing the stream.
- 05This ad format is also being tested on mobile devices.
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YouTube TV, Google's live broadcast service available exclusively in the United States, has upgraded its Multiview feature, allowing users to customize their viewing experience by selecting the channels they want to watch simultaneously. Previously, users could only access suggested Multiview setups curated by the platform. This new customizable option is rolling out server-side, meaning it will appear on devices without requiring an app update. In addition to the Multiview enhancement, Google is experimenting with a new advertising format for YouTube live streams. The 'side-by-side' ads appear at the bottom of the screen and mute the audio of the live stream instead of interrupting it. This format aims to keep viewers engaged with the content while still displaying ads. Google is also testing this ad format on mobile devices, providing a new way for advertisers to reach audiences during live broadcasts.
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These updates enhance user experience by providing greater flexibility in viewing options and maintaining engagement during ads.
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