Update (Oct 18, 4:38 pm ET): YouTube's testing ends, removing the paywall behind its 4K video quality. YouTube appears to be in the process of delivering a 4K resolution option to Premium members.

For a small number of people, Google briefly tested a change to YouTube Premium that would make 4K videos unavailable to free users. YouTube has supported 4K videos since 2010, years before the ...

Earlier this month, YouTube ran an experiment where it asked some free users to upgrade to a premium account to watch videos in 4K resolution. The company has now ...

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There's a lot to consider when picking out the best computer monitor for your needs. Brands will hype up their features, their integration of AI and all sorts of trumped-up specifications that may ...

According to the Steam Hardware Survey in November 2025, only 4.83% of PC gamers are playing at a 4K resolution, with 1080p ...

Choosing the right security camera for your home is a challenge. Thanks to the rise in smart home devices, there are more brands and models than ever before. While that has made a huge difference in ...