Football Entertainment Using 360-Degree Viewing Technology
The thrill of catching the ball as a Goal360 TV receiver surrounded by a sea of screaming fans is one of the most exhilarating experiences in sports video games. Soon, however, real football fans could experience that same thrill. Intel’s new 360-degree technology allows users to view dynamic replays from a variety of angles — including the point-of-view of the player who caught the ball.
Several major sports clubs and events are already using VR to get fans closer to the action. French Football club Paris Saint-Germain, for example, launched a series of 360 videos on YouTube that take viewers behind the scenes at the stadium, from the players’ warm-up to a charity gala.
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And NCAA March Madness has also shared some 360 content to take fans courtside, and even into the locker room for the final. The US has a slight lead on the rest of the world when it comes to this emerging technology, and that is reflected in the number of teams and organizations using it.
But this technology is not without its controversies. Last year, the Daily Beast reported on alleged shady practices by Confirmed360, a company that provides VIP access to major events like Broadway shows and music concerts. For example, it claims to sell “exclusive access” that a scalper would have a hard time matching. In a lawsuit, the company sued an ex-employee over accusations that he misappropriated trade secrets and encouraged employees to do deals outside of the company.
The thrill of catching the ball as a Goal360 TV receiver surrounded by a sea of screaming fans is one of the most exhilarating experiences in sports video games. Soon, however, real football fans could experience that same thrill. Intel’s new 360-degree technology allows users to view dynamic replays from a variety of angles — including…