Do you want to watch movies on a VR headset?
Let’s look into it.
How to Watch Movies on VR Headset?
You just need to go to the Netflix website and sign up for an account. Then, once you’re logged in, you can watch movies like Alien, The Big Sick, and Jennifer’s body.
Introduction
VR headsets have existed for decades but are now maturing.
There are headsets that allow you to use your phone as a headset for calls, but they vary widely in their capabilities. Some let you see half of the screen at once, while others don’t.
They’re standalone, with hardware designed specifically to produce a comfortable and realistic virtual experience.
Even today’s cardboard headset can provide an immersive experience for viewing movies. With the right VR applications, viewing a film can be more exciting than the first time you watched a big screen.
Types of Videos for VR Headset
VR has made it easier than ever before to create completely new kinds of media.
There are now countless video games and at least four types of videos that you could watch on VR headset devices.
2D Videos
You can watch 2-dimensional (2D) video content on VR headsets just like you would watch it on a computer screen.
These are regular video files downloaded from YouTube or viewed on a computer monitor or TV. They don’t include any special VR content and look just like regular video files.
180 or 360 Degree Videos
These are called “like buttons” and they’re often seen on social media sites like Facebook and YouTube.
You can control the camera angle using on-screen controls on a computer screen, but if you’re wearing a VR headset, you’ll be able to move your head and look around.
Full Virtual Reality Videos
Full virtual reality (VR) allows you to experience a fully rendered three-dimensional world. Some are already available online, and more and more are coming out every year. You can expect full-fledged full VR movies to be released within the next few years.
Advantages and Disadvantages of VR
Screen Quality Is Still Better on TV and the Big Screen
A virtual screen viewed through virtual reality (VR) headset has decent quality but still doesn’t compare to the high definition of an HDTV or IMAX theater.
Yes, it matters. While you may not be able to discern individual pixels on a large high-resolution monitor from a distance, you’re likely to notice fine details when using VR.
Over the course of years, the resolution of HMDs will continue to increase until they can display details so small that your eye cannot perceive them.
Virtual Reality Is Superior to All Alternatives for Viewing 3D Movies
VR headsets are more comfortable than 3D movie-viewing goggles.
It’s clear that virtual reality provides a better visual experience than the best 3D cinemas.
Virtual Reality Is Inexpensive
You can build a VR headset using cardboard cutouts and an old smartphone.
It allows you to create a huge, 20-foot-wide pop-up virtual display for less than $1,000. Compared to a TV with a mere 88-inches diagonals costing around $10, K.
There is plenty of good quality HMDs available for less than $100. Even the most expensive ones don’t exceed $1,000. Prices are dropping.
Virtual Reality Enables Augmented Reality
AR has been around for quite some time now and is just beginning to make a resurgence. You’ll be able to place a graphical overlay over the real word and interact with them using voice or gestures.
Video game developers are constantly coming up with new ideas for their products, and apps for mapping objects, recognizing images, and making creative content are already available.
One day, you’ll be able to watch a live sports game and see analysis and visual aids in full 3D graphics.
Sound Quality Can Be Better without Headphones
Even the best headphones cannot match the audio quality available in a cinema or from a home surround system.
High-end speakers usually offer a better sound experience than lower-priced ones, but they’re not necessarily better at reproducing frequencies and dynamics.
Surround sound can create a more realistic audio experience through the use of multiple speakers.
Tips & Tricks
- It’s okay to stop watching a movie after a few minutes if you feel uncomfortable wearing the headset. However, it’s a better idea to start out by watching shorter videos in smaller chunks.
- You should use high-quality earphones. Earbuds work fine, but over-the-ear ones are better and more comfortable to listen to for longer periods of time.
- Before the movie begins, adjust your headgear so that it fits properly.
- If you’re feeling overwhelmed by VR, remove the headset for now. You don’t need to wear it if you don’t want to. It’s not mandatory.
- Streaming video services that offer movie rentals usually have a free trail period where they don’t charge for their service.
- With most VR headsets, you can wear them without any additional attachments. However, if you want to use a headset that was specifically made for wearing with eyeglasses, you might need an extra attachment.
Conclusion
VR headsets are here to stay. While they aren’t perfect, they are improving all the time.
They offer a unique entertainment experience that is unlike anything else. If you haven’t tried VR yet, you owe it to yourself to give it a try.
What is your favorite type of VR content? Let us know in the comments below!
