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YouTube TV Watch Time Growth (U.S.)
Comparison of YouTube watch time share on Connected TVs between 2022 and 2026.
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As YouTube grows on TV, it eyes more interactive video across formats ...
The living room has become a central battleground for YouTube, as more people turn to television screens. Now the Google-owned platform is trying to make watching videos on TV more interactive, across formats like live and Shorts, new job listings show. The shift is reflected in a wave of recent job postings at YouTube focused on “living room” experiences across product, design, and engineering, spanning live streaming, Shorts on TV, and subscription features. These point to a broader push to deepen engagement on the biggest screen. The move comes as connected TVs accounted for over 44% of YouTube watch time in the U.S. in 2026, up from about 41% in 2022, according to data from eMarketer shared with TechCrunch. Job listings reference features such as chatting, gifting, and multi-device controls for live viewing, alongside efforts to make Shorts more interactive and community-driven on TV. Some roles emphasize shared live experiences that connect creators and audiences in real time, while others highlight work with connected TV and streaming device partners to expand distribution. Other listings also point to work with media partners and products such as YouTube Primetime Channels as part of efforts to build out YouTube’s TV offerings. Hiring spans the U.S. and India. Moreover, multiple listings show plans to expand a YouTube Live engineering hub in Bengaluru focused on modernizing live streaming for living room surfaces. The push comes as YouTube rolls out new features aimed at the living room, including AI-powered voice search on TVs. It is also working on a second-screen “TV Companion” feature that lets viewers interact with videos from their phones, and has introduced “Stations,” 24/7 linear streams, as reported by The Verge. Last month, YouTube struck a partnership with FIFA around the FIFA World Cup 2026 to offer what it described as an “immersive” viewing experience across devices. The efforts come as the platform’s presence on TV continues to grow, with YouTube now accounting for 12.5% of all TV viewing. Nonetheless, making TV more interactive remains a challenge. Even as YouTube pushes to expand its presence on TV, engagement on the biggest screen has historically lagged behind mobile and desktop. “Viewers don’t interact with TV screens the same way they do with phones. It’s clunky,” said Ross Benes, senior analyst for TV and streaming at eMarketer. He added that interactive features on TV have so far remained niche, limiting their impact on ...
Interactive Video Marketing: Strategies, Tools & Trends 2025
In 2025, interactive video marketing has become a defining force in digital engagement. Gone are the days when audiences sat back and simply watched ads. Today, they want to click, shop, vote, and interact with content in real time. This shift has turned video into a dynamic two-way experience that builds stronger connections, trust, and brand loyalty.The numbers tell the story:Video now makes up 82% of all internet traffic.89% of businesses use video as a central marketing tool.95% of marketers say video is critical to their strategy.Yet, it’s not just any video that’s making an impact. It’s interactive, AI-powered video content—the kind that personalizes experiences, includes shoppable links, runs polls, or allows viewers to choose their journey.Amquest Education’s Digital Marketing and Artificial Intelligence program in Mumbai is at the forefront of this evolution, giving students practical skills in AI-led video marketing. Let’s explore how interactive video is transforming engagement, the tools making it possible, and how marketers can succeed in this new era.The Evolution of Interactive Video MarketingFrom Traditional to InteractiveTraditional video marketing focused on storytelling and brand awareness. While effective, it lacked interactivity. Audiences consumed content passively, which limited engagement and conversion opportunities.By contrast, interactive videos let viewers actively participate. They might:Click on products to buy them instantly.Answer polls or quizzes inside a video.Navigate branching storylines for a customized experience.Join live Q&A sessions during brand events.This shift is happening because consumers now demand control, personalization, and convenience—and marketers who provide it see significant results.Key Drivers of ChangeConsumer Behavior – Viewers want two-way conversations instead of one-way ads.AI Tools – Artificial intelligence makes interactive video creation faster, cheaper, and smarter.Social Platforms – TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts have normalized short, engaging, and mobile-first video content.Latest Features, Tools, and Trends1. AI-Powered Video Creation and LearningAI is at the heart of this revolution. It:Automates captions, translations, and editing.Personalizes content based on viewer behavior and data.Optimizes videos for platform algorithms in real time.At Amquest, students learn to use AI tools like:Synthesia / Pictory AI for video creation.Lumen5 for quick AI-powered editing.ChatGPT + A...
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