Posts Tagged ‘360 video’
Peter Rubin’s take on VR
VR has been dubbed as “The Ultimate Empathy Machine” for its unique ability to help people understand and experience different perspectives. However, a VR reporter, author of a new book about VR & editor for Wired Magazine, Peter Rubin, explains how this title doesn’t go far enough. Beyond empathy, he says, VR provides an ability…
Read MoreCrosswater at Buffalo Outer Harbor
You’ve got to love the sight of Crosswater’s VR/360 GoPro#OmniPro camera and Zoom #H2n Spatial Audio microphone glimmering in the sunlight at Outer Harbor Buffalo. This is one of the many beautiful landscapes that Crosswater’s producers have captured in immersive VR/360 so far this summer. Like, follow, subscribe to and share our social media to stay in the loop so you…
Read MoreHalf of Colleges use VR
A new report finds that nearly half of colleges and universities in the US have integrated VR in some way. As accessibility and prevalence increase, and prices decrease, we will see this trend grow into a standard. Crosswater has been active in VR/360 education since its inception. Contact us at (716) 884-8486, crosswater@crosswater.net, Facebook Messenger,…
Read MoreCanalside Buffalo VR
Summer is here in full force! Step into this Crosswater produced Immersive VR/360 experience next to the water at Canalside Buffalo. All of this summer’s festivities are underway, you can learn more at : http://www.canalsidebuffalo.com After you visit Buffalo’s waterfront hangout virtually, come soak up the sun in real life! Like, follow & share Crosswater…
Read MoreUB Gross Anatomy
Med students from Dr. Inglis’ UB Gross Anatomy class got a glimpse into the future of medical education with Crosswater’s VR/360 content. Crosswater and Dr. Inglis are developing an Immersive and interactive Video production of a Cadaver-Based Human Anatomy Review thanks to a generous SUNY IITG grant. Stay tuned to our social media pages and…
Read MoreFIFA World Cup in VR
The FIFA World Cup kicks off today in Russia! You can join the action by tuning into the games in VR! Click the link to learn more about how to immerse yourself into the soccer’s biggest stage. https://www.techradar.com/news/you-can-now-download-the-bbc-sport-vr-fifa-world-cup-app #FIFA #worldcup #soccer #football #VRsports #VR #virtualreality #immersion #innovation #experience #360video #welcometothefuture
Read MoreVR is Memorable
Recent research suggests that Immersive VR/360 content is more memorable than traditional video. People are more likely to remember things that they experience as opposed to things they only observe. VR is the powerful medium that is able to transition the viewer from observing to experiencing. This quality is what makes VR/360 such an effective…
Read MoreVR Endorsement from Pixar’s Founder
“I think the application of VR in education is one of the greatest steps in years,” said Loren Carpenter the co-founder of Disney Pixar. He worked with George Lucas on Star Wars, co-founded one of the most successful animation studios in the world, and won an Oscar for his work in discovering the value of…
Read MoreVR for Pain Management
The use of Immersive VR/360 content for pain management in hospitals is one of the most innovative & valuable functions that this revolutionary media platform offers. It works by distracting patients during their routine, pain-inducing procedures by simply immersing them in VR/360 experiences. Not only does this reduce pain and discomfort, it offers us an…
Read MoreUB’s GRoW Home in VR/360
Have you seen University at Buffalo’s award winning GRoW Home? If you have dreams of designing your own home, then consider the incredible experiences you’ll get at the UB School of Architecture and Planning. This student-designed sustainable living project placed second in the U.S. Department of Energy’s national intercollegiate Solar Decathlon. It has travelled across…
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