YouTube TV is dramatically expanding how viewers can watch multiple channels simultaneously. Rather than being locked into preset combinations, users will soon have complete control over which channels appear on their screen at the same time—transforming how households manage competing viewing interests.
From Fixed Sports Channels to Full Customization
When YouTube TV first introduced multiview in 2023, the feature was straightforward: sports fans could watch up to four live games at once. Over time, the company tested the concept with news and weather channels from providers like CNN, MSNBC, HGTV, and Food Network. However, these early versions came with limitations—you could only choose from a curated list of pre-approved channels.
That’s about to change completely. YouTube CEO Neal Mohan recently announced a fully customizable multiview option that lets viewers mix any combination of live content. Whether you want to watch sports, news, entertainment, or a blend of everything, you’ll be able to design your personal multiview layout without any preset restrictions.
How the New Multiview Experience Works
Getting started with multiview remains simple:
Press the down arrow on your remote control
Look for the Multiview icon or select “Watch Multiview”
Choose up to three additional live channels to add to your screen
The key difference is flexibility. Instead of choosing from a predetermined list, you can now grab any live channel your YouTube TV subscription includes and arrange them however you prefer.
Beyond multiview, YouTube TV is also introducing genre-focused channel bundles. These packages will let subscribers pick specific content categories—like sports-heavy bundles, news-focused packages, or entertainment collections—giving you more say over what you’re actually paying for. The exact pricing and rollout timeline haven’t been announced yet, but YouTube is expected to provide more details as the feature nears its official launch in early 2026.
Why This Matters for Your Viewing Experience
For households where people have different preferences, customizable multiview solves a real problem. Instead of fighting over the remote, everyone can see their preferred content simultaneously. A parent can watch the news while their kids follow a game on the same screen—all without swapping inputs or using multiple devices.
This flexibility also hints at a larger trend in streaming: giving consumers more control. Combined with the upcoming genre bundles, YouTube TV is letting viewers personalize both how they watch and what they pay for, rather than forcing everyone into the same viewing box.
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YouTube TV's Customizable Multiview Feature Gets Major Upgrade
YouTube TV is dramatically expanding how viewers can watch multiple channels simultaneously. Rather than being locked into preset combinations, users will soon have complete control over which channels appear on their screen at the same time—transforming how households manage competing viewing interests.
From Fixed Sports Channels to Full Customization
When YouTube TV first introduced multiview in 2023, the feature was straightforward: sports fans could watch up to four live games at once. Over time, the company tested the concept with news and weather channels from providers like CNN, MSNBC, HGTV, and Food Network. However, these early versions came with limitations—you could only choose from a curated list of pre-approved channels.
That’s about to change completely. YouTube CEO Neal Mohan recently announced a fully customizable multiview option that lets viewers mix any combination of live content. Whether you want to watch sports, news, entertainment, or a blend of everything, you’ll be able to design your personal multiview layout without any preset restrictions.
How the New Multiview Experience Works
Getting started with multiview remains simple:
The key difference is flexibility. Instead of choosing from a predetermined list, you can now grab any live channel your YouTube TV subscription includes and arrange them however you prefer.
Beyond multiview, YouTube TV is also introducing genre-focused channel bundles. These packages will let subscribers pick specific content categories—like sports-heavy bundles, news-focused packages, or entertainment collections—giving you more say over what you’re actually paying for. The exact pricing and rollout timeline haven’t been announced yet, but YouTube is expected to provide more details as the feature nears its official launch in early 2026.
Why This Matters for Your Viewing Experience
For households where people have different preferences, customizable multiview solves a real problem. Instead of fighting over the remote, everyone can see their preferred content simultaneously. A parent can watch the news while their kids follow a game on the same screen—all without swapping inputs or using multiple devices.
This flexibility also hints at a larger trend in streaming: giving consumers more control. Combined with the upcoming genre bundles, YouTube TV is letting viewers personalize both how they watch and what they pay for, rather than forcing everyone into the same viewing box.