360-degree videos are recordings where a view in every direction is recorded at the same time, shot using an omnidirectional camera or by stitching together a series of videos. The immersion factor of 360 videos is what makes them quite innovative as it allows users to watch real places to a fuller extent without requiring a bulk of technology. 360 videos are now able to be made right from your own phone! More and more videos are gradually integrating 360 viewing options as time goes by, so the uses are still to be explored further beyond just tourism.
Tech Kits
Tech Kits are part of the walk-in service provided by Innovate Labs. There are three levels of difficulty meant for different users and their experience with the different technologies. Many of the Tech Kits build off each other as you progress.
Beginner
Explore 360 Street View
Length: 30 Minutes
Description: In this tech kit, you will virtually visit famous landmarks and tour a few of the 7 wonders of the world. You will then tour UConn Storrs campus and use the time travel function to observe the evolution of campus across a number of years.
Intermediate
Creating and Viewing 360° Media
Length: 30-60 Minutes
Description: The GoPro MAX is an action camera with traditional and 360 camera modes. This tech kit focuses on creating 360 photos and viewing 360 video in the Oculus Quest 2 VR headset.
Advanced
IN PROGRESS: Customizable 360 Videos
Length: 60 Minutes
Description: In this tech kit, you will go through editing a 360 Video. In the Movavi software, you will learn how to edit the videos the same way you would a standard video, with filters, music, and simple animations.
Projects
Resources
GoPro MAX
Type: Camera
Description: The GoPro MAX captures immersive 3D footage.
ThingLink
Type: Application
Description: ThingLink is an app that allows you to augment photos and create interactive images, videos & 360° media.
Oculus Quest 2
Quantity: 10
Description: The Quest 2 is an advanced all-in-one standalone virtual reality headset that allows users to explore and interact with virtual 3D environments. The headset and controllers track where the user is looking as well as rotation and position of their controllers.
Microsoft Paint
Type: Application
Description: Microsoft Paint is a simple raster graphics editor that has been included with all versions of Microsoft Windows.