The BBC Planet Earth II show is noteworthy for several reasons. Nature lovers will find themselves captivated by the TV show's striking visuals, particularly because the show has been shot in a stunning 4K resolution. Social media users will also enjoy knowing that they will have a change to get a peek at a mini-episode before the show's official debut on BBC.
On the Discover section of Snapchat, users will be able to tune in a day early to view bite-sized episodes of Planet Earth II that unfold over just four to six minutes.
While the mini-episodes of BBC's Planet Earth II will not be narrated by Sir David Attenborough, nor will they be available in 4K, they will be voiced by actress Sophie Okonedo and feature 3D binaural audio.
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BBC Planet Earth II is Being Shared in Mini-Episodes on Snapchat
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