If you’re a YouTube Music user, you have an idea about the Smart Downloads feature. This option lets you download music when connected to Wi-Fi to protect mobile data when you’re out and about. Smart Downloads in the YouTube app automatically downloads a number of videos each week based on an algorithm for suggested videos.
As 9to5Google reports, some YouTubers in Europe have received a warning to try the new Smart Downloads feature on their Android smartphones. When you sign up, the YouTube app downloads a list of 20 videos each week every time you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
YouTube uses algorithm in Smart Downloads feature
Downloaded videos are selected for you with the help of an algorithm by analyzing your viewing history and the types of content you watch on the platform. These content are added to your offline playlist along with other videos you manually download in the app.
Photo: XDA Developers
Photo: XDA Developers
This feature was good for those with limited mobile data and those who want to watch videos on their way to work. The screenshot about the feature explains that users will be notified before any download is made. Thus, he adds that the relevant action can be performed to free up space. This option is currently only supported on the latest version of Android, Android 12.
Smart Downloads is currently only available to a select group and in certain regions. It can also be benefited by YouTube Premium members. Users can sign up to try this feature until February 14. If you are one of the selected people, a banner appears when you open the YouTube application.
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