YouTube to sharpen focus on searches with Google Lens
Briefly

YouTube, owned by Alphabet, is initiating a beta test of Google Lens searches within its Shorts feature, as it aims to enhance user interaction and stay competitive against platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels. Google Lens uses image recognition technology to provide users with information about visuals they encounter in the videos. This integration allows viewers to learn more about identified landmarks while watching. During the beta, there will be no ads shown in search results, emphasizing user experience. Additionally, YouTube has enhanced its video creation tools for Shorts for better content generation.
YouTube aims to enhance user engagement by integrating Google Lens into Shorts, enabling visual searches that identify landmarks and provide cultural context.
During the beta phase, users will have an ad-free experience while using Lens on Shorts, focusing on viewer interaction rather than commercial monetization.
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