YouTube Introduces AI Video Upscaling with Opt-Out Option for Creators and Viewers
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Summary
YouTube is introducing new features to enhance TV viewing experiences, including an AI-powered upscaling tool that automatically improves low-resolution videos (below 1080p) to HD quality, with plans for 4K upscaling in the future. Both creators and viewers will have the option to opt out of this AI enhancement, and creators will retain control over their original files and resolutions. The announcement also mentions an instant shopping tool as part of YouTube's broader initiative to improve TV screen viewing.
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· 4 pulledYouTube says it will start automatically upscaling videos uploaded below 1080p, using AI to bump them to HD resolution
Creators will retain complete control over their library, as both original files and original video resolution will be kept intact, with a clear option to opt-out
YouTube plans to support upscaling to 4K 'in the near future' — but both creators and viewers will be able to opt out
YouTube has announced several new features that aim to improve the viewing experience on TV screens
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