LikeLive VR Makes Watching the Game at Home a More Immersive Experience
Alyson Wyers — March 17, 2016 — Lifestyle
References: livelikevr & springwise
Watching a big sports game can be a truly unifying experience, and this live sports VR platform is hoping to bring more sports fans into the action. LikeLive VR is a virtual reality broadcasting app that integrates new technology into the live sports arena. Essentially offering viewers a virtual stadium, the application enables people to watch remotely.
The use of a VR headset significantly amplifies the home entertainment by making it feel much more immersive. Currently the live sports VR app works with Samsung Gear VR (compatibility with Oculus Rift, Google Cardboard VR and HTC Vive is coming soon). Users can create a customizable stadium and choose an avatar. They can also chat, invite friends, view stats and highlights and see different angles.
The use of a VR headset significantly amplifies the home entertainment by making it feel much more immersive. Currently the live sports VR app works with Samsung Gear VR (compatibility with Oculus Rift, Google Cardboard VR and HTC Vive is coming soon). Users can create a customizable stadium and choose an avatar. They can also chat, invite friends, view stats and highlights and see different angles.
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Reality Broadcasting - The development of virtual reality broadcasting platforms opens up opportunities for immersive live sports experiences at home.
2. Personalized Viewing Experience - The ability to create customizable stadiums and choose avatars in live sports VR apps offers a personalized viewing experience, enhancing user engagement.
3. Social Interaction in VR - Live sports VR apps that incorporate features such as chatting, inviting friends, and viewing stats create a more interactive and social experience for fans.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Broadcasting - The integration of virtual reality in live sports broadcasting presents new opportunities for broadcasters to enhance the way sports events are delivered to viewers.
2. Virtual Reality Technology - The advancement of VR technology, such as Samsung Gear VR, Oculus Rift, Google Cardboard VR, and HTC Vive, enables the development of immersive live sports viewing experiences.
3. Virtual Reality Entertainment - The use of virtual reality in live sports apps expands the entertainment industry's offerings and provides users with innovative and captivating experiences.
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