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Facebook launches Oculus TV with VR content

Facebook will launch a new VR app Oculus TV with content from ESPN+, Hulu, and Pluto TV at the end of the month.

Oculus TV is a dedicated video viewing app that lets owners of its line of Oculus headset enjoy VR content.

The new app acts as a virtual home theater that sits user down in front of a custom-built 3D environment.

Users have several content apps to choose from including Netflix, Hulu, Facebook Video, ESPN+, and the free OTT TV service Pluto TV.

Facebook will also be pushing more VR experiences with the upcoming launch of an app called Oculus Venues for live concerts, comedy nights, and sporting events.

Facebook has also launched Oculus Go, the company’s first standalone headset, which is now available at oculus.com in 23 countries. Starting at $199, Oculus Go is the most affordable way to get into VR.



Source: https://www.broadbandtvnews.com/2018/05/04/facebook-launches-oculus-tv-with-vr-content/

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