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Scren grab of AV1 logo on smartphone
Google, Meta, and others think they've found the key to smoother mobile video streaming - but all isn't quite what it seems

By Efosa Udinmwen Published

AV1 promises smoother, lighter video streaming, but hardware gaps, energy demands, and inconsistent support complicate its widespread mobile adoption.

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Best proxy for YouTube of 2025

By Benedict Collins Last updated

We list the best proxies for YouTube, to make it simple and easy to sidestep censorship, regional bans and ads.

Software & Services
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YouTube Premium gets 5 handy new features, including faster playback and higher-quality audio

By David Nield Published

If you're a YouTube Premium subscriber, you can now get faster speeds, better audio, and Jump Ahead across more platforms.

Streaming
YouTube Labs
YouTube Music is testing a new feature that sounds a lot like Spotify's AI DJ

By David Nield Published

If you're a YouTube Premium subscriber in the US, you might be able to add some commentary to your tracks.

Streaming
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This devious malware has jumped from Meta over to Google Ads and YouTube to spread - here's how to stay safe

By Sead Fadilpašić Published

Fake TradingView Premium ads are expanding from Meta into Google's ecosystem, so be on your guard.

Security
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YouTube is finally letting you hide one of its most annoying features – and you’re going to be thankful for this

By Rowan Davies Published

After constant user complaints, YouTube is letting you get rid of end screen pop-ups – although the solution is far from perfect.

Software
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Google says adblockers caused YouTube views count to drop - this is what adblockers told us really happened

By Efosa Udinmwen Published

YouTube’s falling desktop views were traced to volunteer-maintained adblocker filters, exposing tensions between privacy tools and platform reliability.

Pro
YouTube Veo 3
YouTube Shorts now lets you turn text into 8-second videos using Veo 3’s AI magic

By Eric Hal Schwartz Published

YouTube Shorts adds Veo 3 AI video tool for instant 8-second video generation.

AI Platforms & Assistants
YouTube Music
YouTube Music just launched these 3 new features – and it's clearly copying Spotify

By Rowan Davies Published

New music countdowns and artist videos? YouTube Music is starting to look an lot like Spotify.

Audio Streaming
Three phones, each displaying a different logo - YouTube, Spotify and Google Drive
Spending too much on app subscriptions? I’m keeping these 3 essentials and canceling the rest

By Jamie Richards Published

I’m planning a well-needed subscription audit to try and save a bit of money – but there are three I could simply never get rid of.

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