If you own one, now is the time for your phone to shine. In an update identified by , YouTube now supports 4K HDR playback on Android devices, aligning the app with its iOS version.
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There aren’t many Android phones with 4K screens out there. Basically, the list starts and ends with Sony. But as long as the video you’re about to watch has been loaded in 4K and HDR, you can increase the quality to 2160p, even if your phone’s screen doesn’t support the resolution. So, if you want to consume your mobile bandwidth, we will not stop you. Either way, you can adjust the playback quality by starting a video and tapping the three-point icons at the top of the interface. When the pop-up menu appears on the screen, tap on “Quality” and choose the desired option.