What to know

  • X is enabling 4K video uploads, initially for select creators before expanding to all premium subscribers
  • The move aims to compete with platforms like YouTube and Vimeo while increasing user engagement
  • Previously, X limited video uploads to 1080p resolution with a maximum size of 8GB and 3-hour duration
  • This update follows X's earlier efforts to enhance video features, including a dedicated vertical video feed

X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, has confirmed it will allow creators to upload videos in 4K resolution. The feature is currently being rolled out to a limited group of creators, with plans to make it available to all premium subscribers in the near future.

The introduction of 4K video uploads represents a significant upgrade from the platform's previous limitations. Until now, users could only upload videos in 1080p resolution, with a maximum file size of 8GB and duration of 3 hours.

This move appears to be part of X's broader strategy to transform into a comprehensive platform that can compete with established video services like YouTube and Vimeo. By enabling higher-quality video uploads, X aims to retain users who previously had to use other platforms for sharing high-definition content.

The 4K capability follows several other video-focused updates X has implemented. The platform previously introduced a TikTok-like vertical video feed with a dedicated button on its home screen, showing its commitment to enhancing video experiences.

While specific details about potential new limitations for 4K videos (such as maximum duration or file size) haven't been announced, industry observers speculate that X might reduce the allowed length for these higher-resolution uploads due to their larger file sizes.

The enhancement to 4K resolution is expected to significantly improve viewing experiences on the platform, particularly for users who consume video content on larger screens or devices with high-resolution displays.

This update comes as part of X's ongoing evolution under new ownership, which has seen the platform move increasingly away from its original text-based format toward becoming a multimedia destination.

Via: Engadget