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YouTube launches offline video streaming for mobile users

Patricia Lourdes Viray - The Philippine Star
MANILA, Philipppines - Video sharing website YouTube launched a new feature on Thursday which allows mobile users in the Philippines to playback videos without internet connection.
 
The new feature allows mobile users to view videos for 48 hours after going offline without using WiFi or data plans.
 
An offline icon will be available for users who want to add a certain video for offline viewing.
 
"By launching a new offline feature for YouTube today, we hope to help people move past the challenges of data connection, speed and cost to enjoy a smooth, buffer-free version of YouTube," YouTube Vice President for Engineering John Harding said.
 
The new feature is part of YouTube's initiative for mobile users to enjoy the video sharing platform with lessened burden of data.
 
Google Philippines Country Marketing Manager Ryan Morales said that they are finding ways to make video content more affordable and accessible in the country.
 
"By making these popular videos available for temporary offline viewing, our partners will help fans connect more easily with their favorite content, while also helping bring more viewers to their videos," Morales said.
 
The new ad-supported offline feature on Android and iOS was also launched in India and Indonesia.

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