YouTube's New Android UI: Mixed Reactions to Refreshed Look
YouTube is giving its phone app a facelift, with a new user interface rolling out for some Android users. The update brings refreshed icon designs and a more compact layout for video information, though not all devices have received it yet.
The new UI removes the channel name, placing more emphasis on the uploader's icon, which is now larger. This change has sparked mixed reactions from users, with some describing the layout as 'squished' or 'crouched'. The decision to remove the channel name has also raised eyebrows.
In addition to these changes, reports suggest a new look for YouTube Shorts, with buttons appearing smaller and smoother. The join and notification options have been moved next to the like and dislike buttons. The rollout seems gradual, as not all users have seen the update yet, and there's no widespread availability on iPhones.
YouTube's new UI is currently rolling out to some Android users, bringing visual changes and a more compact video info layout. While some users welcome the update, others have expressed confusion or dislike. The rollout appears to be gradual, with no widespread availability on iPhones yet.
