What is VR
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What is VR
Virtual reality is a computer-generated experience that can simulate physical presence in real or imagined environments. Quite simply, virtual reality can put you there, wherever there may be.
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Ways to Watch
From full headsets to 360° desktop videos, there are a variety of ways to experience VR.
Desktop
Simply navigate in any direction using your mouse or arrow keys.
360° video gives you full range of the environment. Simply navigate in any direction using your mouse or arrow keys.
Smartphone
Download our app to experience 360° content on your smartphone. Navigate using your finger or simply move the phone to use gyroscopic controls.
Smartphone + Cardboard
A Cardboard viewer is a cheap and easy way to experience virtual reality content using your smartphone.
Smartphone + Headsets
Headsets offer the most immersive form of experiential storytelling but require a larger investment. The Samsung Gear VR, Oculus Rift and HTC Vive are examples of more premium virtual reality devices.
Experience our stories on these platforms.
