Google Cardboard, PlayStation VR, a teleporter by Facebook by 2025… Virtual Reality (VR) isn’t on it way, it’s already here. And here’s a look at how brands and experts are moving forward in this scary new world.
VR – a new way to improve fan experience
In the last couple of months, some brands sniffing a new opportunity to highlight their technological innovation have invested in VR in order to promote the unique experience.
In a collaboration with Samsung, Marriott Hotels launched a campaign aiming to transport its customers in London and New York to exotic locations around the world by the way of virtual reality.
As brands look to jump on the new fad, sponsors of sporting events have been quick to delve into the world of VR. In this activation, Red Bull allowed participants to be a virtual pilot for the Red Bull Air Race and enjoy various sensations associated with the race.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-y3sHJ8oZuc
According to the following, VR will invade the lounge. Netflix is working with Oculus and Samsung to allow customers to watch movies and television shows in VR. Vimeo, Hulu, Twich are following suit… a revolution is coming!
We're bringing @netflix, @Twitch, @Vimeo, @hulu, and more to the #GearVR! Tune-in: http://t.co/fmSRmeDvLh pic.twitter.com/nwG8kj0GOc
— Meta Quest (@MetaQuestVR) September 24, 2015
VR, a new way to broadcast
In the US, sports broadcasting is already utilising the platform. NBA became the first league in history to broadcast a live professional sports game in VR as part of the season-opening match of the 2015 NBA Champions, Golden State Warriors. NFL and the WWE are also jumping on the wagon, launching content in VR.
Will we soon see the Premier League trial VR broadcasting? The @NBA now has #smsports https://t.co/dyVYUstQi7 pic.twitter.com/DUH7yFW50J
— Digital Sport (@DigitalSportUK) October 29, 2015
However, it’s not the first time for the Golden State Warriors, the NBA franchise has already used VR previously via YouTube.
Check out the #WarriorsParade in 360 VR » https://t.co/OxEqtCGb9M
Watch on @YouTube app & move phone around to look in any direction.
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) September 4, 2015
VR, a new way to create social content
Google and YouTube have really put momentum into the swing toward VR by creating content VR-specific content as well as adjusting their platforms to support VR (ie Google Cardboard).
.@YouTube with Cardboard is the largest VR content library at your fingertips. https://t.co/G7d52rUFns pic.twitter.com/XniTm9vGgz
— Google AR & VR (@GoogleARVR) November 5, 2015
And it seems to be taking off with Google working with entities like the Hunger Games in launching the latest installment of the movie series.
Android users with a Google Cardboard viewer can view The Hunger Games – Virtual Reality in stereoscopic 3D. https://t.co/4RLB79cNI7
— The Hunger Games (@TheHungerGames) November 6, 2015
Google and YouTube aren’t alone with Facebook wanting to establish themselves as a VR giant. After buying Oculus VR in 2014 for $2 billion, the social media giant will release its own VR headset next year, the Oculus Rift. But, It doesn’t seem like they’re stopping there, however, after they announced that they’re planning to develop a VR “teleporter”
Facebook is launching a virtual reality "Teleporter" that can take you to India in seconds https://t.co/ndsqkKAbN4
— Condé Nast Traveler (@CNTraveler) November 6, 2015
VR, a new way to play
Undoubtedly the next big thing in gaming, Sony will launch its own VR headset in the first half of 2016, PlaySation VR. Strap yourself in, it’s only going to get bigger from here.
PlayStation VR. 2016. Let’s go. https://t.co/kHxEpKAs4c pic.twitter.com/cmVaIzEalM
— Sony (@Sony) October 28, 2015
We hope you enjoyed our look at Virtual Reality. One thing is sure, Snack Media like it!
Lunchtime sponsored by @googlecardboard! #virtualreality #google #app pic.twitter.com/3KkMwfGImk
— Snack Media (@snackmedia) October 29, 2015
