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YPulse Explains: Gen Z’s Social Media Co-Viewing

YPulse explains Gen Z’s co-viewing habit—a.k.a how they’re watching their feeds together on the big screen…

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team
KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Many Gen Z are gathering to watch social media videos together on TV screens rather than scrolling alone
  • In their eyes, social media is TV (and yes, that includes fan edits!)
  • Some brands are making their platforms more co-viewing friendly, while others are creating content specifically designed for this experience
Saying Gen Z uses social media is like saying water is wet. But Gen Z’s social media use is constantly evolving, and what is interesting is how they’re bending it to fit their lives—sometimes in ways the platforms weren’t necessarily designed for. Case in point: Gen Z is now using social media to reshape what it means to “watch TV.”   YPulse keeps a close eye on what’s trending and how cultural habits evolve, and our experts put together a 10 Trends to Know report to help brands understand this generation. And one trend brands should watch: how Gen Z...

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