YouTube TV is rolling out a bunch of new features to woo cord cutters away from cable TV (GOOG, GOOGL)

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October 4, 2018 6:19 PM

YouTube TV continues to improve the multi-channel service that has already received positive reviews.

On Thursday, YouTube TV introduced a bunch of new features that improve the user experience of the subscription streaming service and enhance its DVR capabilities.

The new features come as YouTube TV continues to expand its content menu beyond its existing selection of cable TV and traditional TV channels. Earlier this week, Cordcutters.com reported that the NBA League Pass would soon become available on YouTube for $40 a month or $249 for the entire 2018-19 season.

As a growing number of consumers look for ways to "cut the cord," YouTube TV has emerged as one of the stronger alternatives to traditional cable TV. Here's how Tony :

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You can now choose to whether to watch a show, say a sports event or your favorite series, via video-on-demand or a DVR version.

YouTube TV added a dark theme to cut down on glare.

YouTube TV also tweaked its Live TV tab.

Sports fans can also shield themselves from spoilers.

What upgrade would be complete without a tie-in to Google Home?

YouTube TV said in a statement that users can tell Google Home, "Ok Google, play MSNBC on YouTube TV," or "Hey Google, fast forward 3 minutes," or "Play the latest episode of Grey's Anatomy on YouTube TV."

You get the picture. YouTube and Google are helping to simplify and re-invent the TV-viewing experience.

Bravo.

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