This archive report was first published on 21 December 2019.
Google has made the holiday season a little brighter for YouTube fans by introducing a new feature that combines the best of both worlds: YouTube and Chromecast.
As of the last 24 hours, users have noticed a change in the casting experience. When casting content from their phone to a connected TV, users now get a more fully-featured remote control option.
Unlike the previous soft control menu, this new feature allows users to control what's currently playing on TV, as well as access other features like recommended videos using the navigation keys available on the mobile YouTube app.
Users can also opt for voice control, making it easier to navigate through content without needing to physically interact with the remote.
According to the author, version 2.1.491 of the YouTube app on Samsung smart TVs is required to complement the new features, which come with version 14.50.53 of the mobile app.
However, users with older devices, such as the NVIDIA Shield, may not be able to access the new features due to outdated YouTube apps.
