This option, which mainly targets Premium users, could well revolutionize the way we consume content online.
A timer for better time management
The “Pause Timeout” feature allows videos to automatically pause after a certain amount of time. This timer, adjustable from 10 to 60 minutes, is accessible via the playback settings menu.
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Available on mobile devices and computers, this option offers an ideal solution for those who like to fall asleep watching videos. This avoids waking up with hours of content already watched while sleeping.
Feature reserved for Premium subscribers
Currently, only Premium users can enjoy this new feature. However, YouTube plans to make this feature available to all users in the future.
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Premium subscribers should hurry to test this option, as it will only be available until September 2. After that date, the feature may return quickly with improvements.
Other experimental features
In addition to the timer, YouTube is testing other tools to improve the user experience. “Dream Screen” allows content creators to generate wallpapers with artificial intelligence.
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This option is currently limited to English and accessible through YouTube's mobile app. Users can try it out until August 20.
| 🔍 Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| ⏱️ Sleep Timeout | Auto pause videos after a certain time |
| 🌟 Dream Screen | Generating wallpapers in green screen mode |
| ❓ Interactive Q&A | Ask questions and answers without interrupting the video |
Additionally, YouTube has introduced a new interactive feature to ask questions and receive answers without interrupting playback. This option, available only on mobile, also offers recommendations based on the questions asked.
- Adjustable timer from 10 to 60 minutes
- “Dream Screen” feature for content creators
- Interactive Q&A option
The “Ask” box appears below the video when it is available, allowing users to ask their own questions. This feature is limited in time, until August 21.
With these new features, YouTube seeks to enrich the user experience and offer innovative tools. What do you think of these new features?
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