Many media companies are banking on virtual reality as the future of entertainment, which is why Plex VR is looking to offer viewers a holistic experience. The app, which was recently announced by the eponymous content hosting platform, presents different types of virtual reality content within different scenes, essentially recreating the home viewing experience in a virtual reality environment.
Plex VR is set to offer several different scenes to choose from, with venues that range from sleek urban penthouse apartments to drive-in movie theaters. These scenes are designed to be social — up to four people can occupy a given scene together. The head positions of other users are updated in real time as well, so users can always see where the others are looking and what's interesting them most in the virtual space.
VR Media Platforms
'Plex VR' Creates a VR Viewing Environment for 3D and 360-Degree Videos
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Reality Entertainment - The rise of VR in media platforms presents opportunities for innovative and immersive viewing experiences.
2. Social VR - The ability to interact with others in shared virtual spaces opens up avenues for social VR experiences that can mimic real-life interactions.
3. VR Content Curation - The ability to categorize VR content into scenes and venues creates opportunities for personalized and curated VR viewing experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Media and Entertainment - The use of VR in media platforms presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to offer immersive and personalized viewing experiences for their audience.
2. Virtual Reality Technology - There is potential for VR technology companies to innovate and create new virtual reality software and hardware that enhances the VR viewing experience.
3. Social Networking - The integration of social VR experiences can open up new avenues for social networking and communication in a virtual space.