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This Mom Used VR to Open Up New Worlds for Her Son

VRScout

Tim Bartow is a filmmaker and writer hailing from Kansas City, Missouri. Despite the limitations of his body, now he can use VR to see the world. As one of only 100 Americans affected by the extremely rare genetic disorder Lesch Nyhan, which results in celebral palsy, Tim uses a wheelchair.

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Alaska Airlines Begins Testing VR As First Class Entertainment

VRScout

While some of the more active 360-degree experiences may not be the best form of entertainment during turbulence-prone flights, intimate VR environments in which passengers can privately immerse themselves in a 2D film or TV show could be a very appealing option during a crowded flight.

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“War Remains” Provides Immersive Experience of World War I

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Produced by Los Angeles-based indie video game publisher MWM Interactive and developed by Flight School Studio with audio designed by Skywalker Sound , War Remains was directed by Brandon Oldenburg , an Academy Award-winning film director, designer, and immersive storyteller who has received 4 Emmys, multiple Gold Lions at Cannes, and an Oscar.

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NextVR Brings Its Live Streamed Events to Oculus Quest

Road to VR

Sunday, 9/29 | Paranormal Evidence: Missouri State Penitentiary | 6pm PT. Thursday, 9/26 | Live From Gotham Comedy Club | 6pm PT. Friday, 9/27 | Watsky in Concert | 6pm PT. Saturday, 9/28 | Best of NHRA | 6pm PT. Monday, 9/30 | Best of NBA Finals | 6pm PT. Keep an eye on more scheduled events by heading to the NextVR website.

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