Facebook updates 360 video tools to include guides and heatmaps
Facebook has released more development features for users uploading 360 videos in a bid to make it easier for creators to refine their content.
Facebook offers new 360 video tools
Having unrolled 360 videos to newsfeeds in September 2015, publishers can now guide viewers through videos by highlighting specific points of interest in the field of view.
The video can automatically pan around to points of interest when it reaches the pre-selected moment.
Additionally, the heat map will show developers exactly where the greater volume of users is looking, enabling them to use the above feature to activate points of interest.
Facebook said on its blog: “More than 250,000 360 videos have been uploaded to Facebook.
“As more and more people immerse themselves in 360 video experiences, we want to help publishers and creators better engage their audiences and learn more about how they respond to their 360 videos.”