YouTube’s new ‘Premium Lite’ plan skips the music

Google is gearing up to roll out a fresh YouTube subscription called Premium Lite, designed for people who don’t need music included. After some trial runs, a Bloomberg report says this plan will “soon” launch in the United States, Australia, Germany, and Thailand. It’s exciting to see the US on the list since no testing happened there before.
Premium Lite is perfect for folks who mostly watch stuff like podcasts or how-to videos, not music clips. Subscribers will enjoy a huge collection of content without pesky ads interrupting. So far, there’s no word on extras like downloading videos to watch offline or playing them with the screen off.
A top comment from Adrian Gibbs, liked by 23 people, says:
“I’ve got a bad feeling they’ll price this so close to the regular plan that it won’t feel like a deal. I might be too skeptical, but a fair price with no tricks seems unlikely. There’s got to be a catch—probably a big one.”
Here’s what’s clear: music videos will still have ads, and this plan won’t include YouTube Music access. So, Premium Lite is really about ad-free videos for those who already use another music app, like Spotify. Right now, YouTube Premium users often stick with YouTube Music since it’s part of their $13.99 monthly fee, while YouTube Music alone is $10.99. Premium Lite could shake things up by offering a cheaper way to skip video ads without bundling music.
The big question is how low the price will drop since Google won’t need to cover music costs. For anyone tired of ads but happy with their current music setup, this might be a handy option. Still, we’ll have to wait and see if it’s priced right—or if Adrian’s hunch about a sneaky catch comes true.
Android
Android 16 Beta 3.2: What’s new and improved

Google has just rolled out Android 16 Beta 3.2, a small update that fixes some bugs and boosts performance for testers. This version comes after Beta 3, focusing on making the system smoother and more reliable. It’s part of Google’s plan to get Android 16 ready for everyone later this year.
This update tackles a few annoying issues. It fixes a glitch that made notifications act weird, like not showing up right or disappearing too fast. It also solves a problem where apps would crash when trying to open certain files. Plus, it improves how the battery lasts by tweaking how apps use power in the background.
For people testing this beta on Pixel phones, the update is easy to grab. Just head to the settings, check for updates, and download it. It’s about 500 MB, so it won’t take long. Google says this is one of the last beta versions before the big launch, so it’s a good chance to see what’s coming. Android 16 is shaping up to be faster and more user-friendly. With these fixes, Google is working hard to make sure it runs great when it finally arrives!
Google’s new updates make life easier

Google is rolling out some cool changes to its apps! First, Google Keep now lets you turn your handwritten notes into text. Just scribble your thoughts, and the app will type them out for you—super handy for quick ideas or lists. It’s simple and saves time!
Next, Google Discover is adding a fun “Space” section. This new feature shows a slideshow of space-related stuff, like planets and stars, right on your home screen. If you love learning about the universe, this makes it easy to stay curious and explore more.
Finally, the Gemini app is getting a big upgrade with Google Photos. Now, you can ask it to find specific pictures—like “my beach trip last summer”—and it’ll dig through your photo collection to show them. It’s like having a smart helper to sort your memories!
These updates make Google apps more helpful and fun. Whether you’re jotting down notes, gazing at the stars, or finding old photos, Google’s got you covered with tools that feel easy and natural to use. What do you think—ready to try them out?
New updates for Waze and NotebookLM make life easier

Waze, the popular navigation app, just got a fresh update for Android users. With version 5.5.0.1, it now supports themed icons. This means if you’ve turned on themed icons in your Android settings, Waze’s logo will match your phone’s color style, moving away from its usual blue look.
It’s a small change, but it makes your home screen look nicer. The update doesn’t seem to add much else, focusing only on this visual tweak. Meanwhile, Google’s NotebookLM has a cool new feature called “Discover Sources.”
This tool helps you find useful web links for your research. When you click the “Discover” button in the Sources section, you can type what you’re curious about. NotebookLM then finds up to 10 relevant websites, each with a summary explaining why it fits your topic. You can pick the ones you like and add them to your project. It’s perfect for students or anyone digging into a subject. This update is rolling out soon to all users, making research simpler and faster.
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