YouTube has revealed two significant platform updates in their latest news flash, affecting both Shorts functionality and live stream notifications.
Longer Shorts Implementation Update
YouTube has clarified the timeline for their longer Shorts rollout:
- Extended length of 1-3 minutes
- Complete integration across:
- Channel Pages
- YouTube Studio
- Subscription feeds
- Full implementation expected by early December
New Stream Reminder Feature
A new notification feature for Shorts viewers includes:
- Ability to set reminders for upcoming live streams
- Support for streams scheduled within 24 hours
- Compatibility with:
- All stream orientations
- Premiere events
- Currently rolling out to all users
Technical Details
The updates aim to improve platform consistency and viewer engagement by:
- Standardizing Shorts appearance across all YouTube sections
- Enhancing connection between Shorts and live content
- Streamlining the viewer notification experience
These changes represent YouTube's ongoing efforts to integrate Shorts more deeply into the platform's ecosystem while improving live stream discovery and engagement.
