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YouTube Is Testing 1080p Premium Playback Option

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Google previously faced backlash for testing a 4K option for Premium subscribers only.

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Google is now testing a "1080p Premium" option for video playback on YouTube.

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The option includes "enhanced bitrate," which measures how much video information is transferred per second.

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Premium subscribers will be able to view 1080p videos at higher quality than standard users.

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YouTube's existing offerings will not be changed.

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The new option is likely a way to entice users to upgrade to Premium.

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A higher bitrate requires higher bandwidth, making it expensive for both YouTube and users.

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It makes sense for the option to be locked behind a paywall due to the cost.

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YouTube has not confirmed if the option will be exclusive to Premium subscribers.

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The maximum bitrate for the option is unknown.

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