Android Apps Update: Android YouTube for Android 2.2

thumb_550_YouTube2.pngGoogle has updated their YouTube app for Android, making it a stand-alone app, downloadable from Android market for Android 2.2 Froyo.  YouTube comes pre-installed on Android smartphones; however, this is an updated version.

YouTube for Android users can browse, upload, discover, and watch YouTube videos.  New features include in-page playback so that users can read comments while watching video.  Screen rotation will switch the app to full-screen mode.  There are new player controls.

Users can do more functions within the YouTube apps, such as upload videos directly from the app.  Users see a personalized list of recommended videos on the home screen upon login.

Reviews so far of the YouTube app have been very positive.