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YouTube supports 8k videos (that your computer can’t play yet)
June 12, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube now supports 8K videos – not that your computer can play them yet.
The ad-supported VOD service has been upping its tech game of late, in an attempt to fend off rivals such as Twitch and Vimeo. 3D support … Read More
StyleHaul vloggers star in new shorts for All 4
June 5, 2015 | David FarnorStyleHaul has created a new series of short films for All 4.
YouTube’s largest fashion, beauty and lifestyle network was commissioned by Channel 4 to msix documentary shorts for the broadcaster’s recently relaunched VOD platform. Titled “Internet Famous”, the series … Read More
Watch: Kickstarter short film Kung Fury hits YouTube
May 29, 2015 | David FarnorIf you’ve ever wished that life contained more time travel, punching, Norse gods and Nazis, then the new short film Kung Fury is for you.
“Hitler. The worst criminal of all time. I’m going to kill him,” says Kung Fury, … Read More
60fps live streaming arrives on YouTube
May 23, 2015 | David FarnorYou can stream things live at 60fps on YouTube, thanks to a new update introduced this week.
YouTube has consistently positioned itself at the front of the VOD pack in technological advances, with support for 3D videos, 360-degree panning and … Read More
The Muppets team up with YouTube stars
May 5, 2015 | David FarnorThe Muppets are teaming up with YouTube stars to create new videos for the site.
Jim Henson’s furry franchise has enjoyed a big-screen reboot in recent years, but The Muppets have been active online for a long time, regularly producing … Read More
YouTube to produce original films and TV series
April 29, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube has made several deals with its top creators to fund new original series and films.
The streaming service has long placed an emphasis on encouraging its creators to create more, introducing YouTube Spaces with free facilities for channels with … Read More
YouTube confirms plans for ad-free subscription service
April 9, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube has confirmed plans to offer an ad-free version of its video service to viewers.
The subscription-based model would allow its users to watch videos without adverts in exchange for a monthly fee. The move into SVOD territory puts the … Read More
Vessel officially launches to the public
March 27, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube rival Vessel has officially launched to the public.
The site, which opened up to creators three months ago, promised an alternative service that would prioritise the producers of short-form videos, which have traditionally relied upon pre-roll adverts for an … Read More
YouTube now supports 360-degree videos
March 14, 2015 | David FarnorYouTube now supports 360-degree videos. We’ll pause for a moment to let that sink in.
Ever wanted to look around you while watching a film or TV show? Wished you could choose your own camera angle while watching sport? Or … Read More
Twitter enables video embedding
March 4, 2015 | David FarnorTwitter has enabled the embedding of videos posted on the social network.
It might not sound like a big step, but it’s a crucial move in the ongoing race between Facebook and Twitter to rival YouTube. The video site’s growth … Read More