| Feature | Supported in 4.4.2 Version? | Notes | |---------|----------------------------|-------| | (video & banner) | ✅ Yes | Removes all YouTube ads natively | | SponsorBlock integration | ✅ Yes (partial) | Skips in-video sponsor segments | | Background play | ✅ Yes | Play audio with screen off | | Casting to Chromecast | ❌ No | Requires Android 5.0+ libraries | | 4K playback | ❌ No | Hardware limited to 1080p/720p | | Login to Google account | ⚠️ Limited | Use "Sign in with browser" trick | | Custom player gestures | ✅ Yes | Volume/brightness swipe |
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SmartTube (formerly SmartTubeNext) is officially compatible with Android 4.3 and above | Feature | Supported in 4
: Includes a built-in ad blocker to skip all pre-roll and mid-roll commercials. smart tube apk android 4.4 2