YouTube to get more “mobile”

“More videos AND on more handsets”

Would you like to wile away your hours on the train / bus / (insert appropriate form of public transport) by watching YouTube videos?

Reintroducing: YouTube for Mobile

If you’re one of the millions worldwide with a 3G phone – good news then (maybe?)!

YouTube for Mobile is now being offered in 17 countries (and 10 languages), though it’s not exactly clear when it will cover all the 3G handsets with streaming capability. YouTube are apparently working closely with the likes of Nokia, Motorola, LG and more. (And the iPhone comes with inbuilt YouTube).

“What can it do?”

YouTube Mobile is extending it’s catalogue to include nearly all available videos, not just the handpicked selection previously offered. The user interface is better, with access to your account, ratings, comments etc.

Oh – and you’ll also be able to upload videos directly from your mobile.

Warning: Perhaps you’ll need to keep a close eye on your mobile/video wielding mate. You know, the one who always produces embarrassing photos of you when you’re out late.

The m.youtube.com site comes with it’s own warning message:

“YouTube Mobile is a data intensive application.
We highly recommend that you upgrade to an unlimited data plan with your mobile service provider to avoid additional charges.”

Hmm – a skeptic might think that they were all in cahoots together??

Want more? CNET has a list of downloads to help with your YouTube fix.

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