• Subtracty@lemmy.world
    link
    fedilink
    English
    arrow-up
    9
    ·
    3 days ago

    Of course they are going to change the gesture used to minimize and exit the video with scrolling to the next video. Think of the views they will get! Make that big number go up at all costs.

    • CaptDust@sh.itjust.works
      link
      fedilink
      English
      arrow-up
      10
      ·
      3 days ago

      “Path analytics show this gesture is one of the most commonly used, and often results in the user leaving the app shortly after. We’re bleeding retention because of it. What if instead, we show that user a new video?”

      “Brilliant Bob! That will definitely keep users engaged.”

      Likely actual discussions occuring at youtube…