On Google TV, Android TV, and Roku devices, YouTube TV is testing Dolby 5.1 surround sound capabilities. The platform claimed in a tweet that 5.1 audio would “launch on those devices next” if “everything runs smoothly” during the test.
You’ll have to wait a little longer if you want surround sound while watching YouTube TV on your Apple TV, Fire TV, Xbox, or PlayStation. The platform says it’s still working on getting 5.1 support on these platforms “internally and with partners.”
On Samsung, LG, and Vizio TVs, as well as classic Chromecast streaming devices, YouTube TV presently supports 5.1 surround sound. Cobalt version 20 or later is required for it to operate, which you can check by selecting your profile photo in the YouTube TV app, tapping About, and then pressing App Version. It also necessitates the use of a 5.1 audio speaker system.
YouTube TV said in June that “select devices” would get 5.1 surround sound. The service appears to be delivering on its promise, though it’s taking a long time to roll out the much-anticipated function.
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