CNN and Volvo Present the Solar Eclipse in an Unprecedented 360 Virtual Reality Live-Stream – CNN (blog)

CNNand Volvo Cars USA will present the solar eclipse from multiple locations, coast to coast,in an immersive two-hour360 live-stream experiencestarting at 1PM ET on August 21, 2017.

The astronomical and historicvirtual reality event will be available all around the world in 4K resolution atCNN.com/eclipse, CNNs mobile apps, Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus via Samsung VR, Oculus Riftvia Oculus Video and through CNNs Facebook page via Facebook Live 360.

"CNN'sEclipse of the Century"will allow users to witness the first total solar eclipse totraverse the United States for the first time in nearly 40 years. The live show, hosted byCNNs Space and Science CorrespondentRachel Craneand former NASA AstronautMark Kelly, will harness stunningimagery from specially-designed 4K 360 cameras, optimized for low-light, that will capture seven 'total eclipse'moments stretching from Oregon to South Carolina.

While only a fraction of the countrywill be able to witness thetotaleclipse in-person, CNN's immersivelivestream will enable viewers nationwideto "go there" virtually and experiencea moment in history, seven times over. The livestream will be enhanced by real-timegraphics, close-up views of the sun, and experts from the science communityjoining along the way to explain the significance of this phenomenon.

As part ofVolvos partnership with CNN, four of the sevenlive-streamswill feature brandedcontent produced by CNNs brand studio Courageous forVolvo and integrate 2018 Volvo XC60s specially outfitted with advanced 360 cameras. The groundbreaking live 360 content by Volvo will spotlight four influencers in different locations, sharing their unique perspective and excitement for the future as they witness the solar eclipse from helicopters and road tours along the narrow path of totality. For more on Volvos partnership with CNN centered on the 2017 total solar eclipse, visitwww.RacingTheSun.com.

Additionally, on television, CNNmeteorologistChad Myerswill explain the science behind the solar eclipse, its course and timing; and CNN correspondentAlex Marquardtwill profile the excitement around the historical event. CNN correspondents will report live from locations across the path of the solar eclipse, with Marquardt in Oregon for the start,Stephanie Elamin Missouri,Martin Savidgein Tennessee, andKaylee Hartungin South Carolina.

For more information visitCNN.com/eclipse, and tune in to experience the event on August 21, 2017 at 1pm ET.

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