This article was published on February 19, 2016

Samsung will stream the Galaxy S7’s launch in 360 degrees


Samsung will stream the Galaxy S7’s launch in 360 degrees

Virtual reality product launches are becoming a thing: Samsung will stream its Unpacked 2016 event on February 21 – where it’s presumably launching the Galaxy S7 – in 360 degrees.

This is not the first such phone launch; that honor belongs to the OnePlus 2. That time was a little different though, as OnePlus prerecorded a video presentation to take advantage of VR, while Samsung’s launch appears to be a simply livestream – just in 360-degrees.

On the other hand, it makes a little more sense for Samsung. Unlike OnePlus, it is already heavily invested in VR, having launched its own smartphone-based headset in November (which also happens to be one of the best VR experiences around).

Samsung's GearVR is one of the best headsets around.
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Samsung’s GearVR is one of the best headsets around.

It’s also worth making a small but notable distinction; OnePlus’ launch was in VR, but Samsung says it’s event is being streamed in 360-degree video.

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The difference is that the latter doesn’t necessarily include a 3D component, so the viewing experience will be essentially the same on your computer as with a VR headset, if a little less immersive.

Still, the choice to stream in 360-degrees makes us wonder whether the company will somehow surprise us with something new, like a standalone headset or a VR camera.

In any case, we’ll find out very soon.  If you want the full immersive experience, you can find out how to watch the stream in 360 degrees – on your computer, phone or GearVR – through the source link below.

How to Enjoy First Ever 360 Live Streaming of Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2016 [Samsung]

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