# AI-Powered Video Downloaders Youtube Has Begun Testing 'Smart Downloads' on Android Phones By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-01-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-downloads References: [pocket-lint](https://www.pocket-lint.com/apps/news/youtube/159699-smart-downloads-rolling-out-to-youtube-app-on-android-devices) & [youtube](http://youtube.com)  Launched in 2015, [Youtube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-jump-ahead) Music came with a feature called 'Smart Downloads,' which gave users the option to download songs automatically when connected to a Wi-Fi network. Now, the company has announced that it has begun testing a Smart Downloads-like feature for the regular Youtube app on Andoird phones. According to the company, the new feature will work in a similar fashion as Smart Downloads but will enable users to download full videos rather than songs. Apparently, the app will automatically download 20 new videos each week when a users' phone is connected to Wi-Fi, supplying them with a variety of content that they can view while on the go. The videos are selected by a system of proprietary algorithms that assess users' favorite genres and watch history to create a [curated recommendation list](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mytube) that aligns with their tastes and interests. Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Automated Content Curation:** Leverage AI-driven algorithms to curate and deliver personalized content recommendations for users, improving engagement and user retention. - **Offline Viewing Capabilities:** Integrate offline viewing options in media apps to enhance user experience, enabling access to content without relying on internet connectivity. - **Cross-platform Application:** Capitalize on the synergy of applying successful features from one platform to another, increasing feature versatility and overall utility. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment and Media:** Incorporate AI-driven video and content recommendations into media streaming platforms, revolutionizing subscriber consumption patterns. - **Mobile Application Development:** Integrate offline capabilities and cross-platform features in mobile apps, expanding their functionality and enhancing user experience. - **Telecommunications:** Offer superior data plans and partnerships with media platforms that prioritize offline viewing capabilities, attracting users seeking flexibility and convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Video Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-jump-ahead.md) - [AI-Powered Content Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-9.md) - [AI-Generated Video Summaries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-video-summaries.md) - [Social Video Downloaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snap-tube.md) - [AI-Powered Video Advertisements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-8.md) - [Personalized AI Playlist Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-music-3.md) - [Paid Online Platform Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-premium-feature.md) - [Question-Focused Video Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youask-ai.md) - [Video-Synthesizing Note Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yt-notes.md)