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BBC Launches New VR Studio with Documentary about the Nile

VRScout

Currently, there is contention between Egypt and Ethiopia over the potential damming of the largest river in the world, the Nile River. By taking audiences to Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt, viewers can explore these issues up close for themselves, and understand the politics of the Nile through a new perspective.”

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Tribeca Film Fest To Release VR Films On Oculus Quest & Go After Coronavirus Cancellation

VRScout

Linus is on a journey to find painless ways to die inside a video game simulation that emulates sensory experiences. Ferenj: A Graphic Memoir In VR (World Premiere)—USA, Ethiopia: Project Creator: Ainslee A. A Safe Guide to Dying (World Premiere)—USA: Project Creator: Dimitris Tsilifonis. Key Collaborator: Froso Tsipopoulou.

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Weekend Downloads: New on Gear VR and Oculus Rift

VRScout

Additionally, you’ll also be able to purchase or rent high-quality digital movies (US only) to enjoy in Oculus Video on Rift just as you have been able to on Gear VR. Follow the journey of 13-year-old Selam over six days in Ethiopia as a well is dug, bringing fresh water to her community for the first time.

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Is VR the Future of News?

Tech Trends VR

Even while you’re taking in the beautiful sights and sounds as you fly above waterfalls, you’re made aware that this is where the world’s first war over water could be fought as a major new project – the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam – threatens to upset the balance of power between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan.

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‘Four Walls’ With Rashida Jones Uses VR To Raise Awareness Of Refugee Crisis

UploadVR Between Realities podcast

Pictures and videos of the IRC’s travels have helped show the work they’re doing, but flat, 2D content is simply unable to powerfully tell an emotional story. This means that users aren’t passively watching a video, but actively choosing which part of the refugees’ journeys to follow.

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VR Cybertruck – Amusement Equipment of Choice for Big Venues

Steki Amusement

Whether playing games or watching videos, users’ VR experience is taken to the next level. At the same time, the self-developed 6DoF positioning and tracking algorithm combined with a variety of optical sensors not only has ultra-low latency, but also more accurate spatial positioning.

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VR Flight Theater: The Ultimate NEW Flying Entertainment Experience!

Steki Amusement

Whether playing games or watching videos, users’ VR experience is taken to the next level. At the same time, the self-developed 6DoF positioning and tracking algorithm combined with a variety of optical sensors not only has ultra-low latency, but also more accurate spatial positioning.