YouTube Tricks Out Video Uploader, Raises File Size Limits
YouTube has unveiled a new browser-based video uploading tool that makes it easier to upload multiple videos, streamlines the process of adding titles, tags and description and, most importantly, bumps the file size limit to 1 gigabyte.
The new uploader has been around for a few weeks as a private beta available to select users, but now anyone can get in on the fun by visiting the new opt-in page.
Despite the increased video size limits, the ten minute length rule remains in effect, which might leave you wondering why file size really matters. The answer is that the larger file size allows for higher resolution video files, but that also means longer uploads. Be prepared to wait a while — upload times are still generally longer than the length of your video, possibly much longer if you’re pushing the 1 gigabyte limit.
Other than the size bump, the most notable thing about the new uploader is the ability to add titles, tags and descriptions to your videos while they upload. Previously you needed to wait until the upload was finished. Of course these are hardly revolutionary features, other video sharing sites like Viddler or Vimeo have offered such tools for ages.
Despite the fact that services like Vimeo offer much higher quality video and, in many way, a much better community, YouTube still wins when it comes to audience size. If you want your movies to go viral and turn you into an internet star, YouTube is still your best bet. And for heavy users of the site, the new uploading tools will no doubt be a welcome change.
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