CNN has established a virtual reality news unit that'll create immersive journalism pieces along with livestreams of major news events. The CNNVR division gives journalists the ability to really bring viewers into the news, says Jason Farkas, VP of premium content video at CNN.
I believe VR is the most powerful tool we have to accomplish that goal. The whole experience feels like time-travel: you put on a headset, and suddenly you are somewhere else, feeling remarkably close to the story. You are in the story - or at least your senses tell you that you are. The viewer walks away feeling the emotional impact much more viscerally, and memorably.- Farkas
CNNVR will offer a weekly VR experience.
The network has been using virtual reality to a limited degree for years and has already produced over 50 360-degree videos.
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