[The Next Web] Google goes big on virtual experiences with Expeditions, Jump and a GoPro partnership

Google is making a big push into virtual reality today with an updated Cardboard module, as well as new ways to virtually visit locations or enjoy 360-degree video. First up, a new feature called Expeditions works like a virtual field trip for classes, where teachers can set a destination which other students then follow with their own Cardboard devices. Google demoed taking a class to Venice and the Great Wall of China, for instance. OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA The company also announced a partnership with GoPro to design a video system called Jump. A camera setup with 16 GoPro cameras creates…

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