2020-11-26 9:36
Technology
Alex Lowe

YouTube on Android TV now supports 8K video playback

YouTube on Android TV now supports 8K video playback

YouTube itself has supported the 8K resolution about five years ago and we’re now starting to see some 8K TV hit the market, and to meet that demand, YouTube has updated its app on Android TV to support 8K, up until now standard Android TV boxes have been capped at a maximum of 4K.

The new version is 2.12.08 and according to Android Police, it is rolling out slowly. Android 10 is also required to even receive the update to YouTube.

8K uses about 100mbps or 44GB per hour, but there is a benefit to run the video in 8K, even if you have a 4K TV as it’ll work with downscaling providing a bit better quality.

Alex Lowe

YouTube on Android TV now supports 8K video playback

Alex Lowe is the owner and editor of the interface and started the website in 2013. He publishes the majority of the content on the website, hosts the three podcasts and the runs the YouTube channels. Alex has a professional background in computer networking, FWA and WiFi.

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