YouTube App on Quest: Experience Co-Watching in VR
YouTube App on Quest Unveils Co-Watching Feature
The YouTube app on Meta Quest is receiving a remarkable upgrade, as it now allows users to co-watch videos with friends in virtual reality. Instead of experiencing content solo, users can invite up to seven companions to enjoy videos together. To utilize this beta feature, ensure you have the latest version of the YouTube app and look for the Co-watch icon, resembling three people grouped together.
How to Use Co-Watching on Quest
- Tap the Co-watch icon at the top of the screen.
- Select Invite people from the pop-up window.
- Invite friends from your followers list who also follow you back.
While co-watching provides a fantastic way to connect in VR, there are some limitations. Users can only watch 2D content together, and for any paid materials like movies, each participant must purchase their own copy.
Benefits of Co-Watching in VR
This feature stands as a fantastic alternative for those looking to hang out in VR without diving into Horizon Worlds. Compared to Apple’s Spatial Personas for Vision Pro, YouTube’s co-watching appears to offer a more seamless social experience.
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