feature request: Enhanced Video Quality Switching & Feedback Option Integration for Firefox Android

[ndj_11]

Dear Firefox Android Development Team,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to propose two enhancements aimed at improving user experience on #Mobile-Android.

1. Enhanced Video Quality Switching:::

Overview:
I propose the adoption and refinement of a video streaming feature currently observed in the YouTube mobile app. This feature preserves buffered video data when the user selects a different quality—whether moving to a lower quality (e.g., from 240p to 144p) or a higher quality (e.g., from 240p to 360p). Instead of immediately discarding the buffered content, the player continues using it until the user triggers a playback change (such as seeking forward or backward). At that point, the player switches seamlessly to the new quality.

Step-by-Step User Experience:

1. Initial Playback:
The user begins watching a video at a set quality (e.g., 240p) with buffered segments ensuring uninterrupted playback.

2. Quality Change Selection:
The user selects a new video quality (either lower or higher).
The browser continues using the already buffered data without flushing it immediately.

3. Continued Playback:
The video plays in the original quality using the buffered segments, ensuring a smooth viewing experience.

4. Triggering the Transition:
Upon a user action like seeking forward or backward (e.g., skipping 10 seconds), the player fetches new segments in the newly selected quality.

5. Post-Transition:
Playback resumes in the chosen quality, maintaining continuity and efficiency for future changes.

Benefits:
Seamless Viewing: Minimizes interruptions by retaining buffered data until a natural playback cue occurs, especially for #Mobile-Android users.

Data Efficiency: Avoids unnecessary rebuffering, which conserves data usage on #Mobile-Android.

Uniform Experience: Ensures consistent playback quality transitions across all #Firefox platforms for #Video playback.

2. Feedback Option Integration:::

I have also observed that the latest version of #Mobile-Android does not include a feedback option in the settings—a tool typically essential for users, especially those less familiar with technical details, to report issues or suggest improvements for #Firefox on #Mobile-Android. This absence is unexpected, as it restricts user engagement and the collection of valuable insights for #FirefoxMobile #Design.

Request:
Reintroduce the Feedback Option: Please add a user-friendly feedback feature in the settings menu in future updates for #Mobile-Android.

Consistency Across Devices: Ensure that this feedback mechanism is implemented uniformly across all #Firefox platforms (Android, Windows, etc.), so that all users have an easy avenue to contribute to improvements and provide #user-feedback.

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Thank you for considering these proposals. I am confident that these enhancements will significantly improve the user experience of #FirefoxMobile by ensuring smoother #Video playback and enabling more robust #user-feedback. I would be happy to discuss these ideas further or provide additional details if needed.

Best regards,
Ndj

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[jhonmark]

Great suggestions! Enhancing video quality switching would definitely improve the streaming experience, and bringing back the feedback option would make it easier for users to share insights. Hope the Firefox team considers these updates!

[ndj_11]

I make two Post the other one is about difficulty to give feedback on Mozilla and by giving example i requested to add feedback option in settings of apps.

Please  tag more person who can like and up vote the Idea so Mozilla recognise this idea and issue.

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[JohnWilson]

These proposals for Firefox Android—especially the buffered quality retention during video playback—are insightful! Seamless transitions between resolutions could reduce mobile data strain, similar to adaptive streaming optimizations seen in platforms like youcine. Integrating such logic would benefit users on limited connections. Additionally, reintroducing a unified feedback tool aligns with fostering community-driven improvements, a strategy many modern apps employ to refine UX.

[ndj_11]

Thanks, JohnWilson!
I appreciate you adding your voice and your insightful perspective. Your mention of "adaptive streaming optimizations" and "youcine" is a perfect example of the broader industry trends and why this feature is so important.
The fact that seamless transitions between resolutions can reduce mobile data strain is a crucial point that adds more weight to the proposal.
I completely agree that a unified feedback tool is a key part of modern app development. It's about empowering the community to help refine the user experience.
Hopefully, by combining our reports, the Firefox team will recognize the value and widespread demand for these features.
Thanks again for your support.

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[ashlyjackson45]

Hi @ndj_11,

First, I just want to say what a well-articulated and thoughtful feature request this is. You've not only outlined the pain points with the current system but also backed it up with a logical, step-by-step enhancement plan that makes a lot of sense, especially for mobile users on limited data plans.

Enhanced Video Quality Switching

I absolutely agree with the idea of buffering preservation when switching video quality. This approach, as seen on the YouTube mobile app, provides a smoother user experience and avoids the frustration of abrupt interruptions—something that’s especially critical for streaming platforms and content-heavy apps.

As someone who runs a website that focuses on streaming and entertainment tech, Magis TV constantly hears from readers who are dealing with quality drops or rebuffering when they switch video settings on mobile browsers. Implementing your proposal could give Firefox Android a competitive edge in the streaming experience department.

Feedback Option Integration

You’re spot on about the feedback option being an essential part of user interaction. Not having it easily accessible in the settings limits the everyday user from reporting bugs or sharing helpful suggestions. It’s often the non-technical users who encounter edge cases, and without an intuitive way to share feedback, those insights are lost. A simple feedback toggle or even a direct link within the settings could go a long way.

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Overall, these two suggestions reflect real-world usage challenges and offer practical, easy-to-implement solutions. Thanks again for taking the time to break it all down so clearly—looking forward to seeing how the Firefox team responds!

Best regards,
Magis TV Team

https://mymagistv.com.co/

[ndj_11]

Hi ashlyjackson45,
Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and detailed reply. Your insights from the world of streaming and entertainment tech are spot-on and add a lot of weight to this request.
I especially agree with your point about buffering preservation giving Firefox a significant competitive edge in the mobile streaming market. You've perfectly articulated why this feature is so critical for users on limited data plans.
It's clear that this issue affects a wider audience than just a few users, and I'm glad to see that you and the Magis TV community are also seeing this.
Thanks again for your support and detailed breakdown! I hope the Firefox team takes note.

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[Alphonso435]

 zarchiverapk user on Android 12, I support the idea of retaining buffered video during quality changes in Firefox. It would prevent interruptions when multitasking between apps and save data. Also, bringing back the in-app feedback option would make it easier to report issues without digging through forums. These changes would benefit both power and casual users.

[ndj_11]

Thanks, Alphonso435!
I appreciate you bringing up the Zarchiver user case on Android 12. You've hit on a fantastic and very practical point. The idea of multitasking and preventing interruptions is a perfect real-world example of why this feature is so crucial for modern mobile users.
It's great to hear that both a "power user" like yourself and casual users would benefit from these changes. I hope the Firefox team is paying attention to these real-world scenarios.

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