Essential X video updates you need to be aware of

Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), recently announced his plans to enhance the platform’s video interface for a more immersive experience. Linda Yaccarino, the CEO of the company, has also emphasized the importance of developing a strong video deck on the platform. As a result, X has introduced several new video features in recent months, completely transforming its video deck compared to 2022. Let’s explore what these additions are and how they have brought about change.

Yesterday, X’s official account posted a list of new video features added to the platform. It includes adding long videos, the ability to download videos, picture-in-picture playback and even a new media studio. The post also mentioned that more features will be added soon.

All video features added to X recently

Long videos have changed the platform. Previously, the platform supported a video length of 140 seconds or 2 minutes 20 seconds. But now, if you are an X Premium subscriber, you can download up to 2 hours of 1080p videos or up to 3 hours of 720p videos.

There is also a new media studio for premium users, which allows them to edit videos quickly and without much effort. In addition, premium users can also download videos and save them to their camera roll. However, only those videos whose owner has not disabled downloading can be downloaded.

Popular videos also have automatic subtitles for those who either like them or are hearing impaired. With AirPlay support, users can now stream any Twitter video directly to their TVs. In addition, the PiP (picture in picture) feature allows users to stop scrolling while watching a video.

Other video enhancements include adding controls such as playback speed, double tap to fast forward/rewind, improved live streaming quality from mobile device, an immersive video player on Android and iOS that works by swiping up a video to see the next one. and expanded support for Spaces.

Looking at the features that may be added soon, Yaccarino confirmed that a video calling feature will be added to the platform soon. Even Musk tested the platform’s enhanced streaming features, which may also be coming soon.