YouTube is testing a sleep timer feature on its Premium tier, allowing users to pause videos after a set period. This feature is useful for those who fall asleep to long podcasts or white noise. Premium users can enable the timer via the desktop page or through the "Settings > Try experimental new features" option on mobile. The timer can be set to pause the video after various intervals ranging from 10 minutes to the video's end. A pop-up will appear to extend the timer if needed.
Key Details
- Activation: Available on desktop and mobile settings.
- Timer Options: 10, 15, 20, 30, 45, 60 minutes, or until the video ends.
- Extension: Pop-up notification to extend the timer.
The feature is experimental and available until September 2, with hopes for a permanent rollout and extension to free users.
