YouTube Extends AI-Powered Conversational Search to Smart TVs and Streaming Devices

Google is deploying its Gemini-powered "Ask YouTube" feature to a broader range of devices, including smart TVs, gaming consoles, and streaming platforms. This expansion enables users to employ natural language queries to locate videos, moving beyond conventional keyword searches. The functionality, initially introduced for desktop users, is presently accessible to eligible YouTube Premium subscribers in the U.S.