YouTube Premium is rolling out a fresh set of upgrades that make the subscription even more appealing. The platform has officially added five new features that enhance playback speed, audio quality, and viewing experience across phones, web, TVs, and gaming consoles. These updates were previously limited to experimental access or select devices, but are now being made widely available.
Faster Playback for Power Viewers
One of the most notable updates is the ability to push playback speeds all the way up to 4x. Regular YouTube users have been capped at 2x speed, but Premium subscribers can now double that. Whether you are cramming tutorials, racing through podcasts, or rewatching favorite content, the new speed option makes binge watching and productivity much quicker.
Higher Quality Audio for Music Lovers
Another major upgrade is the addition of higher quality audio, now streaming at 256 kbps for videos that are officially marked as music tracks. This level of clarity has long been available on YouTube Music, but it is now part of the main YouTube app on both Android and iOS. For anyone who uses YouTube as their go to music hub, this means a richer and more detailed listening experience.
Jump Ahead Expands to More Devices
The Jump Ahead feature, which allows viewers to skip directly to the most viewed sections of a video, is now available on even more platforms. Previously limited to mobile and desktop, it is rolling out to YouTube apps on smart TVs and gaming consoles. This makes it easier to dive straight into the most engaging or relevant parts of a video no matter where you are watching.
Smarter Shorts Downloads
For YouTube Shorts fans, Premium now supports smart downloads on iOS. This feature automatically saves recommended clips so users can watch them offline whenever they want. It was already present on Android, but iPhone users now get the same convenience, ensuring entertainment is always available even without an internet connection.
Picture in Picture for Shorts on iOS
Finally, YouTube has added picture in picture mode for Shorts on iOS. While Android users have had this feature for a while, iPhone owners can now minimize a Short and continue watching it while browsing other apps or content. This makes multitasking with Shorts far easier and keeps the content experience uninterrupted.
Why It Matters
These updates may not completely reinvent the Premium experience, but they significantly improve usability and bring more consistency across devices. Alongside ad free viewing, video downloads, and YouTube Music Premium, these new additions give subscribers more value for their money. For users who are still deciding whether to subscribe, these fresh perks may help tip the scales.
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