YouTube TV is reportedly testing an innovative feature called “Build a Multiview,” aiming to enhance its existing Multiview option. The Multiview feature, initially introduced during March Madness last year, enables users to stream up to four games simultaneously, choosing from a set of preset options provided by YouTube TV. Over time, the service expanded the Multiview feature to include non-sports content and incorporated additional games, such as NFL Sunday Ticket and NBA League Pass.
Despite these expansions, users lacked the ability to customize their Multiview experience by selecting specific games or channels. The new “Build a Multiview” option appears to address this limitation, providing users with greater flexibility in choosing content for simultaneous streaming. This recent development suggests that YouTube TV is actively exploring ways to empower users with more control over their viewing experience.
The introduction of the “Build a Multiview” option was noticed by a Reddit user, who shared insights into the feature’s testing phase. According to the user, YouTube TV presented the option to select three additional games while streaming one game. In another test scenario, users were reportedly able to choose from any available games, expanding the scope beyond NBA games. This potential customization is a significant enhancement over the previous Multiview combinations that YouTube TV offered.
While reports about this feature are currently limited, it represents a positive step towards making Multiview more user-centric. Although it remains unclear whether YouTube TV plans to roll out this feature widely, Google has reportedly confirmed the testing of the “Build a Multiview” option, according to CordCuttersNews. The implications of this feature could signal a broader trend in streaming services, emphasizing user customization and control for a more personalized viewing experience.