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Google has implemented a change to YouTube livestream ads, moving them to a window below the video but leaving them unmuted.

TechnologyUser ExperienceApr 23, 2026score 0.282 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances
The thread discusses potential changes to YouTube livestream ads, with users reporting that ads have moved to a window below the video but remain unmuted. The posts reference a test by Google and mention user reactions to the change.

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Google has implemented a change to YouTube livestream ads, moving them to a window below the video but leaving them unmuted.
Parent: TechnologyEntity: YouTube Livestream AdsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: Google's change to YouTube livestream ads

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Ads are the worst thing about YouTube livestreams, but Google may have (loudly) fixed them https://www.androidauthority.com/youtube-livestream-ads-mobile-test-3660250/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Ads are the worst thing about YouTube livestreams, but Google may have (loudly) fixed them Users report that ads have moved to a window below the livestream video, but they cannot be muted. https://www.androidauthority.com/youtube-livestream-ads-mobile-test-3660250/ #Tech #Technology #TechNews #AI #Gadgets #Software #Cybersecurity #Apple #Google #Microsoft #Startup #OpenSource #AndroidAuthority [Android Authority]
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