Khaberni - In a step that sparked widespread discussion, the YouTube platform began testing a new interface for its mobile application, amidst mixed reactions; it was described by some as "unattractive" and "annoying", while others considered it just superficial details that could be adapted to over time.
According to users on the "Reddit" forum, the changes included moving the video title to appear next to the channel's profile picture, which became larger at the expense of the space designated for the title. The platform also replaced the channel name with the user name, a step that drew numerous criticisms.
The modifications also included a change in the design of the buttons under the video player, where the texts accompanying the icons disappeared and only the symbols remained, in addition to removing the notification bell button from the interface, according to the PhoneArena website.
On the front of Shorts videos, YouTube reduced the size of the buttons to make them smaller and more streamlined, allowing more space for video display, in an attempt to enhance the viewing experience.
Although the changes are not radical, they have created a clear division among users: one team saw them as undermining usability, while others considered them improvements that provide more space for the video and simplify the interface.
According to followers, these modifications may face rejection at first, but they are likely to become commonplace over time, similar to previous changes made by YouTube that initially faced similar criticisms.
