Streaming service bundles have become the norm over the past couple of years, but YouTube and NBCUniversal are taking things a step further with a major perk for YouTube Premium subscribers. According to an announcement on the YouTube Blog, YouTube is expanding its NBCUniversal partnership to … [Read more...] about YouTube Premium subscribers will soon get free access to Peacock
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YouTube Shorts makeover adds 2x speed and a ‘clear screen’ mode, but removes the dislike button
YouTube just announced a pretty significant overhaul to the Shorts player. The biggest news here is that YouTube is officially retiring the “Dislike” button on Shorts. Going forward, the traditional thumbs-up is being replaced by a TikTok-style heart icon, while the thumbs-down is vanishing from the … [Read more...] about YouTube Shorts makeover adds 2x speed and a ‘clear screen’ mode, but removes the dislike button
You can now generate custom YouTube video feeds based on specific text prompts
YouTube is officially rolling out a new update that might change how you discover content on the platform. Moving beyond the standard, algorithm-driven recommendations, this new feature allows you to design a personalized content feed dedicated to your specific interests, moods, or favorite topics. … [Read more...] about You can now generate custom YouTube video feeds based on specific text prompts
YouTube on Google TV gets a revamped sidebar with easier subscription access
If we're all honest with ourselves, it's no secret that a massive chunk of our media consumption happens on the biggest screen in the house these days. Whether I'm diving into the latest tech news or just trying to pull up some Chicago Cubs highlights, I spend a lot of time navigating the YouTube … [Read more...] about YouTube on Google TV gets a revamped sidebar with easier subscription access
YouTube TV inks new deal to keep The Weather Channel on your screen
If there is one universal truth about live TV streaming services, it is that behind-the-scenes carriage negotiations are constantly happening. Usually, subscribers only hear about these complex deals when negotiations break down and channels suddenly vanish from the service, like what we saw with … [Read more...] about YouTube TV inks new deal to keep The Weather Channel on your screen
YouTube TV’s fully customizable multiview is finally here: here’s how it works
Multiview has been one of the absolute best reasons to subscribe to YouTube TV, especially during football season or March Madness. However, until now, users have been restricted to selecting from pre-curated bundles of channels assembled by Google. Starting right now, that restriction is … [Read more...] about YouTube TV’s fully customizable multiview is finally here: here’s how it works
How to get 50% off YouTube Premium for a full year with Google One
YouTube Premium has become one of those subscriptions that is incredibly hard to live without once you've tried it. Going back to unskippable ads after experiencing ad-free viewing and background play is painful. But at $15.99 a month starting price in the US, it certainly doesn't come … [Read more...] about How to get 50% off YouTube Premium for a full year with Google One
Google Vids now has a fast track for your AI-built videos to hit YouTube
Creating high-quality video content used to require a massive time investment, but Google Vids is trying to completely change that. By using AI to help storyboard, assemble, and voice your projects, anyone in the Workspace ecosystem or with a Google account can now play the role of a video … [Read more...] about Google Vids now has a fast track for your AI-built videos to hit YouTube
YouTube TV is finally launching cheaper, genre-specific bundles starting at $55
After years of the price creep that has seen the base YouTube TV package climb to over $80 a month, Google is finally offering a way to pay less for the channels you actually watch. Starting this week, YouTube TV Plans are rolling out, introducing smaller, focused bundles that act as a more … [Read more...] about YouTube TV is finally launching cheaper, genre-specific bundles starting at $55
For 2026, YouTube readies customized YouTube TV plans, “AI Slop” filters, and more
YouTube CEO Neal Mohan has laid out a bold roadmap for 2026, signaling a year where the platform moves far beyond its "user-generated content" roots. From a massive expansion of YouTube TV to new safeguards against "AI slop," the focus for 2026 is clear: YouTube isn't just a video site anymore. It’s … [Read more...] about For 2026, YouTube readies customized YouTube TV plans, “AI Slop” filters, and more
YouTube TV drops to $59.99 for your first two months in new promo
Google is kicking off the new year with a significant incentive for cord-cutters who have yet to pull the trigger on its live TV streaming service. YouTube TV has just launched a fresh promotion that significantly lowers the barrier to entry, offering both an extended trial period and a deep … [Read more...] about YouTube TV drops to $59.99 for your first two months in new promo
YouTube TV announces ‘Plans’ for 2026: Sports-only package, family plan, and more
Since its inception, YouTube TV has been one of the best ways to cut the cord without losing the live TV experience. But as the price has slowly crept up to $72.99 over the years, the service has started to feel a lot like the cable packages it was meant to replace. We’ve all asked the same … [Read more...] about YouTube TV announces ‘Plans’ for 2026: Sports-only package, family plan, and more
