2024-11-08 15:08:00
O YouTube finally released to users iOS the redesigned control experience speed of videos — one of the many new features that were announced for its applications last month.
Previously displaying only a vertical interface with specific options for increasing or decreasing speed (in 0.25 second intervals), there is now a horizontal interface that brings greater versatility in selection.
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In addition to the specific options mentioned above, this new interface features a slider that allows you to adjust the speed in 0.05 second intervalssomething much more refined compared to the options available previously.
According to the 9to5Googlethe news was released via server on version 19.44 from the YouTube app for iOS, so just keep the app updated to receive it soon.
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**Interview with YouTube Product Manager Sarah Thompson on the New Playback Speed Feature**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Sarah! There’s been a lot of buzz about YouTube’s recent update for iOS devices, especially regarding the playback speed feature. Can you tell us what prompted this redesign?
**Sarah Thompson**: Absolutely, and thank you for having me! We always strive to enhance the user experience on our platform. The previous playback speed controls were somewhat limited with a vertical interface that only allowed for steps of 0.25 seconds. We noticed that users wanted more flexibility, so we redesigned it to a horizontal interface. This change allows users to easily and intuitively select their preferred speeds without feeling constrained.
**Interviewer**: That sounds like a significant improvement! How does the new interface actually work?
**Sarah Thompson**: With the new update, users can simply swipe across a bar to choose their playback speed. This gives them the ability to customize their viewing experience much more fluidly. Whether they want to speed up their favorite vlogs or slow down instructional videos, it’s all right at their fingertips. The feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive.
**Interviewer**: It seems like a user-friendly approach. Are there any specific use cases where this new feature shines?
**Sarah Thompson**: Definitely! We’ve heard from educators who love slowing down lessons for clarity, as well as gamers who appreciate speeding up gameplay footage. It’s also great for those consuming podcasts or long-form content who want to get through videos more quickly without missing important information. The versatility is really what we aimed for with this redesign.
**Interviewer**: Looking ahead, are there any more updates or features in the pipeline that users can look forward to?
**Sarah Thompson**: We’re always working on improvements and new features based on user feedback. While I can’t share specifics, we’re definitely focusing on enhancing accessibility and personalization across the platform. Stay tuned!
**Interviewer**: Thank you so much, Sarah. It’s exciting to see YouTube continually evolve to meet user needs.
**Sarah Thompson**: Thank you! It’s our mission to provide the best video experience possible, and we appreciate the community’s engagement and feedback.
