The company turned the static splash screen into an animated one, complete with a new startup sound. While at it, YouTube is also experimenting with showing comments on the big screen.

Every application open on Android 12 is accompanied by a launch animation to make “startup a more consistent and delightful experience,” and the experience can be further enhanced by an animated icon ...

A similar splash screen animation first came to YouTube's smart TV interface late last year, and some users reported seeing this mobile slpash screen as early as this spring.

Microsoft Word's splash screen isn't just a showcase for the company's graphic designers; it's an indication that Word is starting up. A splash screen that stays up too long signals a problem, such as ...