How to watch YouTube in VR Using the YouTube VR App

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“Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality – Nikos Kazantzakis”

As technology continues to push the boundaries of human experience, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a thrilling way to promote more gaming sessions to team up, to engage designers in innovation and consumers in entertainment. It does not matter if you are a gamer or not much interested; the virtual reality content is anyhow going to interest you when you are scrolling through videos. 

So, say bye to reality and get inside the world of Virtual Reality with this blog! 

YouTube is one of the leading video-sharing websites that has embraced the innovation of virtual reality.  With the YouTube VR app, users can now step inside VR’s capitative world by viewing their favorite videos in virtual reality mode. This YouTube sub application can be installed on all devices, and in addition to that, gamers can access Oculus and Daydreamer directly through the VR headset. 

What can be more exciting than that? 

Hold on, folks! There is more waiting on the way  

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps to watch YouTube in VR using the YouTube VR app; with its benefits and features, you will have an immersive and unforgettable viewing experience.

Let’s take a look at the dynamic of YouTube’s VR. 

Features of YouTube VR App

The YouTube VR app is a gateway for all kinds of content, be it – gaming streams, vlogs, or informative videos; everything looks appealing on YouTube’s VR app.  But have you heard about its 360-degree angle explorer option? 

Cool! Isn’t it? 

Then let’s uncover more about it. 

Features – 

Deeply Engaging Visuals:

The feature is interesting for both creator and viewer because the feature allows creators to make videos with 180-degree and 360-degree angles, which means that the viewers can easily access all the angles and look around while watching the content. 

Switch Platform:

While originally designed for VR headsets yet, YouTube VR is readily accessible to today’s consumers as it allows them to enjoy the experience on desktop computers or smartphones as well. This adaptability ensures a wider audience can engage with the content.

YouTube Features:

As a user, you can either make content and post it in VR mode or simply skip that part and explore your favorite streamer’s content. 

Seek Help:

Users can avail of a step-by-step guide regarding getting started at YouTube VR. 

Handsfree:

Now comfortably command through the voice control to find any content on VR. 

Here you got to know some amazing features of YouTube VR, but do you want to know how to explore Virtual Reality videos on different devices? 

If yes! Then let’s get started

Ways to View YouTube VR

Phone 

The VR can be watched anywhere, more like your YouTube experience, but VR is more diverse and eye soothing in some ways that we are going to discuss now: 

• Ensure that you have YouTube installed 
• To unveil the best VR videos, make sure to open the virtual reality YouTube channel in the YouTube application.
• To find out if the video is virtual or not, check for the icon to tell you it’s VR. 
• Hey, here you can easily drag and look around while tapping on the video.

Desktop 

• Explore the best VR videos through the Virtual Reality YouTube channel in your phone’s YouTube app. 
• On the upper left of a video, check for the compass logo to know it’s VR content. 
• Tap on the video, 
• And you can easily click on the mouse to drag the video or look around. 

Cardboard  

• Install a cardboard viewer app for an engaging video experience by paying less than $7. 
• Find out the best VR videos, get into the section of the Virtual Reality YouTube channel in your phone’s YouTube APP.   
• As you select a video, tap on the  icon in the lower right corner.  
• Here, your video has started playing in stereoscopic; place your phone in your viewer. 
• Simply move your head around while holding the viewer up to your eyes. 

 Invest in a Reliable Headset  

Now, your ways to visit YouTube VR are sorted, so why not turn the next page and know which high-end headset device will be suitable for an immersive experience of Virtual Reality? 

Check out the list below:

1. Oculus Quest – The Quest headset requires no phone or PC to tether and has a built-in earpiece with touch controls. 
2. Oculus Go – The pocket-friendly headset comes with basic control options without any need to connect to a PC or any censor. 
3. PlayStation VR – This perfect gaming headset converts a dynamic virtual world into a reality where characters feel more alive, but it requires a PS4.
4. Lenovo Mirage Solo – It has been listed as one of the best standalone VR headsets, and just like Oculus, it does not need to connect with any device for access.  
5. Daydream View – The headset reduces motion blur and also predicts the preference of the user’s head with the original virtual reality experience – Smartphone is required 
6. Gear VR – The headset provides a 96% scenic view for gaming or watching movies. It also adjusts the focus for far or near-sighted people. 

Logging In and Setting Up the YouTube VR App

Are you eager to take your YouTube binge-watching sessions to the next level? 

Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting started with the YouTube VR app.

• Install the YouTube VR App
• Navigate to the YouTube VR app’s home screen and click “Account.
• From the options provided, select “Sign in.”
• After signing in, 
• Choose the Google account you wish to use for sign-in.
• Additionally, you can also sign in to Oculus Go and Oculus Quest or any headset. 

Conclusion 

A New Frontier of Entertainment Awaits!

The virtual world has a lot more to offer than we discussed so login in and experience it by yourself while putting your VR headset on, log in to the YouTube VR app, and prepare to be amazed. The future of entertainment is here, and it’s waiting for you to explore. 

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Happy watching!