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Samsung Gear VR owners to enjoy exclusive 2016 Olympics videos

Slashgear

If there were still any doubt that virtual reality is the next big thing in computing and entertainment, this should probably banish those. For the first time ever, Olympics, which will be held this year in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, will be available via VR, though not in live coverage.

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Weekend Downloads: New on Gear VR and Oculus Rift

VRScout

Weekend Downloads is part of our weekly update to bring you the latest additions to the Samsung Gear VR and Oculus Rift. ENTERTAINMENT: The Elevator Ritual ($2.99 – Rift ). Guanabara is Brazil’s second largest bay, nestled in Rio de Janeiro, yet it has become a symbol of pollution and lack of infrastructure in the country.

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2016 Olympics Feature 85 hours of Virtual Reality Coverage

VRWorld

Taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the “Rio Olympics” will mark a major technological breakthrough, by changing the number of channels offered to the broadcasters and ultimately, the global audience. August 5, 2016 is the opening date for the 31st Summer Olympic Games. 360 degree stereoscopic video).