[MOD] YouTube 4.4.11 (v5b), *1080p* / 720p HD (over WiFi & 3G), screen off playback

[theos0o]

[MOD] YouTube 4.4.11 (v5b), *1080p* / 720p HD (over WiFi & 3G), screen off playback

Hello

I saw some threads floating around about youtube 720p playback, and I really always wanted that myself.
But I was stupid enough not to even try.
I did try now and, yep, I got it working!

How I installed it:
** Remember: Your device must be capable of 1080p/720p video decoding and rooted, unless YouTube is not preinstalled as a system app!

• Removed /system/app/YouTube.apk
• If YouTube is still in the app drawer, go into YouTube app info and tap "Remove installed updates", then "Force stop".
• Install my APK!

If that doesn't work for you, try this alternative method:
• Remove YouTube.apk from /system/app (if there is any)
• Uninstall YouTube if it's still on the drawer
• Push my APK into /system/app (be careful with permissions / ownership)​

Downloads

Android 2.2 or newer (Froyo/Gingerbread/Honeycomb/Ice Cream Sandwich/Jelly Bean)

v4.4.11 - Build v5b mod warning: Please use the blue download button! The green one contains Malware!

v4.4.11 Inverted (Dark theme) - Build v5b mod warning: Please use the blue download button! The green one contains Malware! (Thanks to rujelus22, B-boy, Team Blackout)

Holo blue inverted builds mod warning: Please use the blue download button! The green one contains Malware! (Thanks to Kryten2k35)

To enable my extras, just press your phone's menu button (or open the overflow menu top right corner) then tap "Advanced Settings"
​

Older builds mod warning: Please use the blue download button! The green one contains Malware!

How to get 3rd party apps utilizing YouTube player to work with this mod

v5b Source (smali/resources changes, eclipse project) mod warning: Please use the blue download button! The green one contains Malware!​

WiFi HD: HD only available when connected to WiFi networks
WiFi + 3G HD: HD available on both WiFi and mobile networks

Enjoy, thank & donate! :highfive:

 

[melvinchng]

Won't work, Nexus S 2.3.7 parsing error

Accidentally sent from my Google Nexus S using XDA Premium

 

[theos0o]

Won't work, Nexus S 2.3.7 parsing error

Accidentally sent from my Google Nexus S using XDA Premium

Can you upload your original latest youtube apk? Which version is it?
I guess this one is not compatible with Froyo/GB.

 

[[email protected]]

I think its only for ICS, work with Galaxy S2 CM9, can you also make a version of the black Holo theme Youtube app this is the white version.

Sent from my Galaxy S2 using Tapatalk

 

[armanderli]

Hello again

Again I hope I'm the first who's done this, hopefully not a repost.

I saw some threads floating around about youtube 720p playback, and I really always wanted that too for a long time.
But I was stupid enough not to even try it.
I did try now and, yep, I got it working!

It's build 3.5.5, and has been tested on Galaxy S running ICS 4.0.3.

How I installed it:
• Removed /system/app/YouTube.apk
• If YouTube is still there, just go into its app info tab and tap "Remove installed updates" or something, then "Force stop".
• Install my APK!​

Download:
MediaFire (.apk)​

I don't know if this APK runs OK on Froyo/Gingerbread, but I guess I can patch those APKs too, if someone gives them to me.

Waiting for your feedback!

Doesn't work on Gingerbread...I think the .apk need to be patched
Dpn't have ICS so can't test on that plateform...

 

[melvinchng]

2.4.4 is for GB
3.5.5 is for 3.0+

And you have to set density to 182 to view YouTube HD. Both 2.4.4 and 3.5.5 have built in HD feature...

Accidentally sent from my Google Nexus S using XDA Premium

 

[theos0o]

2.4.4 is for GB
3.5.5 is for 3.0+

And you have to set density to 182 to view YouTube HD. Both 2.4.4 and 3.5.5 have built in HD feature...

Accidentally sent from my Google Nexus S using XDA Premium

Yeah, but why bother changing your DPI if you can just install a modded APK?
And does changing DPI enable proper HD functionality?

 

[theos0o]

Ok, I've uploaded a modded 2.4.4 build.
Try it and write back, as it crashes on ICS (?).

 

[[email protected]]

Black version please (3.5.5)

 

[theos0o]

Black version please (3.5.5)

link me

 

[[email protected]]

link me

I only have the 3.3.0 version :/

 

[theos0o]

I only have the 3.3.0 version :/

Yep, there's no newer ICS holo theme build.

Here it is modded, just for you
http://www.mediafire.com/?z0t5w58myqw4zpi

 

[spongychicken]

The modded 2.4.4 crashed on startup, running on my incS GB 2.3.5...

 

[theos0o]

The modded 2.4.4 crashed on startup, running on my incS GB 2.3.5...

Ok I got it from some random website.
I'll remove it temporarily.

 

[Ximo F. Verde]

So, would this app FORCE 720p on GB devices (the 2.4.4)? Got a o2x running GB (CM7.2 temasek's hang) and even though its a 800x480 display the difference between 480p youtube and 720p youtube is huge (clearly seen using jetvd). I have downloaded this version from market but there's no difference is quality (apps 'sees' display's resolution and stays at 480p)
Thanx


EDIT: And it would obviously also mean 720p output on HDMI.. sweeeeeet

 

[theos0o]

No, it just has an "HD" button instead of "HQ".
Video quality is indeed much higher.

Just re-uploaded modded 2.4.4. WORKING, tested by me.

 

[AlexsamaM]

I have SGS GB 2.3.6 and it works perfect, put the link back

 

[Ximo F. Verde]

No, it just has an "HD" button instead of "HQ".
Video quality is indeed much higher.

Just re-uploaded modded 2.4.4. WORKING, tested by me.

Thats what i said. So instead of having an option of HQ/no HQ, it gives HD/no HD right? And you just said you tested the GB version?

 

[theos0o]

Thats what i said. So instead of having an option of HQ/no HQ, it gives HD/no HD right? And you just said you tested the GB version?

Yes to all your questions

Try it!

 

[Ximo F. Verde]

Yes to all your questions

Try it!

Na'sai kala dude ;-) Downloading and testing


EDIT: It works!!