Is Your Favorite Podcaster Speaking Too Slowly or Too Quickly? YouTube Premium Will 'Intelligently' Adjust Playback Speeds
YouTube Premium is introducing three new features aimed at enhancing podcast listening. The updates include an on-the-go mode, an auto speed feature that adjusts playback speed, and a new Ask Music feature for podcast recommendations. These enhancements are designed to streamline the user experience for podcast listeners on the platform.
- ▪YouTube Premium's new on-the-go mode simplifies the now-playing window for a more audio-focused experience.
- ▪The auto speed feature intelligently adjusts playback speed for podcasts with slow speakers or dense information.
- ▪The Ask Music feature allows users to request podcast recommendations based on genres or moods.
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YouTube Premium is getting three new features designed to improve the platform’s podcast listening and discovery experiences.The first is an “on-the-go mode” that removes all irrelevant items from your now-playing window, turning it into an audio-first interface. Below the playing video, you’ll only see enlarged playback controls and some additional options, much like on music-streaming apps. You can exit the audio-first interface at any time to return to YouTube’s regular page with suggestions, comments, and like and dislike buttons. If you’re listening to the podcast with your phone screen locked, YouTube will pop up a notification asking whether you’d like to use on-the-go mode. If you allow it, you’ll see the controls appear on the lock screen.
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