While there is no native YouTube app (yet) for PS4, there's a way to get back an almost exact replica. Almost.
It's not as easy as a native app. It's not as direct, but it's at least acceptable.
1) Open the Internet browser
2) Go to "http://www.youtube.com/tv"
3) You'll now see the 'native YouTube app' that we had before
Additional steps for 'optimal' experience:
- Use the square button to go full screen
- If used frequently, the "YouTube TV" page will show up on your "Frequently Used Pages" list, for even quicker access
Bookmark
You can also create a bookmark for quick access. When you are on the webpage "http://www.youtube.com/tv", press the "Options" button and select "Add boodmark".
Once it is in your "Frequently Used Pages" or "Bookmarks" list, it's not that bothersome. Sure, it is still one or two steps more than before - but at least we can use YouTube.
Extra Hint for an even better YouTube experience on your TV
In the YouTube app go to "Settings" and than "Pair Device". It allows you to pair the YouTube page with your smartphone, tablet or PC. This way, you can select a video on your smartphone or tablet, while you watch it on your TV.
It's not as easy as a native app. It's not as direct, but it's at least acceptable.
1) Open the Internet browser
2) Go to "http://www.youtube.com/tv"
3) You'll now see the 'native YouTube app' that we had before
Additional steps for 'optimal' experience:
- Use the square button to go full screen
- If used frequently, the "YouTube TV" page will show up on your "Frequently Used Pages" list, for even quicker access
Bookmark
You can also create a bookmark for quick access. When you are on the webpage "http://www.youtube.com/tv", press the "Options" button and select "Add boodmark".
Once it is in your "Frequently Used Pages" or "Bookmarks" list, it's not that bothersome. Sure, it is still one or two steps more than before - but at least we can use YouTube.
Extra Hint for an even better YouTube experience on your TV
In the YouTube app go to "Settings" and than "Pair Device". It allows you to pair the YouTube page with your smartphone, tablet or PC. This way, you can select a video on your smartphone or tablet, while you watch it on your TV.