Google Spotlight Stories Shows Cinema-Quality Videos in a 360-Degree Format
Laura McQuarrie — July 30, 2015 — Life-Stages
References: itunes.apple & techcrunch
Google Spotlight Stories for iOS was recently unveiled, making it possible for Apple users to tap into a world of animated films from their mobile devices in a way that's completely immersive.
In the past, going to the movies used to be a big event that always involved seeing a story unfold on the big screen, but the use of mobile devices has seen screen sizes shrink with computers, tablets and smartphones. While a tiny phone screen might not seem like the most ideal place to host a film, Google's Spotlight Stories proves otherwise.
This app boasts cinema-quality content, as well as a sound sphere and sensor fusion techniques. By telling stories in a 360-degree format, with a smartphone in hand, viewers are able to move their bodies around to reveal more the of the film, rather than passively sitting in a cinema seat.
In the past, going to the movies used to be a big event that always involved seeing a story unfold on the big screen, but the use of mobile devices has seen screen sizes shrink with computers, tablets and smartphones. While a tiny phone screen might not seem like the most ideal place to host a film, Google's Spotlight Stories proves otherwise.
This app boasts cinema-quality content, as well as a sound sphere and sensor fusion techniques. By telling stories in a 360-degree format, with a smartphone in hand, viewers are able to move their bodies around to reveal more the of the film, rather than passively sitting in a cinema seat.
Trend Themes
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Mobile Movie Apps — The trend of mobile movie apps allows users to access cinema-quality videos in a 360-degree format from their smartphones.
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Immersive Film Experience — The trend of immersive film experiences, such as Google Spotlight Stories, disrupts the traditional movie-going experience by providing interactive storytelling through mobile devices.
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Sensor Fusion Techniques — The trend of sensor fusion techniques in mobile movie apps enhances the viewer's experience by allowing them to move their bodies to reveal more of the film.
Industry Implications
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Entertainment Industry — The entertainment industry can benefit from mobile movie apps by providing cinema-quality content in a more accessible and interactive way.
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Mobile Technology Industry — The mobile technology industry can capitalize on the trend of mobile movie apps by developing innovative features and technologies for immersive film experiences.
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Animation Industry — The animation industry can explore new storytelling possibilities through the use of 360-degree formats and sensor fusion techniques in mobile movie apps.
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