Facebook Unveils New Fullscreen Video Player

The update aims to enhance video consumption with AI-powered recommendations and vertical format.

Facebook is rolling out a new fullscreen video player for all videos, aiming to make video consumption easier.
The new player will feature AI-powered recommendations and is part of Meta's technology roadmap through 2026.
Facebook's video player update includes a vertical, fullscreen format for all videos, aligning with user preferences for vertical video.
New controls, such as a slider to skip parts of the video and options to pause or jump forward/backward, are being introduced.
The update, starting in the U.S. and Canada, will be available globally in the coming months.