Youtube already tests the av1 format

YouTube has started doing the first tests with the AV1 video format. For those who do not know it, AV1 is considered the format of the future, which will rob others like VP9 or HEVC. The main advantage it gives us is that it is a most efficient format, consuming less resources. And there are already companies betting heavily on it.

YouTube already tests the AV1 format

Now it's the turn of the video website, which has created a video playlist in this format, as its first test.

YouTube bets on AV1

Other companies such as Facebook or Netflix have also shown their interest in this format, and tests such as those on YouTube will also begin soon. Although so far no dates have been given. These tests are in an initial phase, since it can be seen that the videos are currently only available in 480p resolution.

Although from YouTube they have already commented that soon all the videos in AV1 will be available in other resolutions, including 4K. But that we will have to wait a little for it. Some important tests for this video format.

AV1 is the format of the future, which has the support of the technology sector. Its expansion is being somewhat slow, although in 2020 it should be available for all types of devices. Next year is expected to be key in its global expansion. So we will see how it progresses in the coming months.

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