
Wojcicki noted that YouTube now boasts 1.5 billion logged-in users per month (on top of all the views that come from viewers who aren't logged in), and that the platform has seen a 4x increase in live video in the previous year. In short, that suggests that YouTube's active user base of 1.5 billion tend to use the website and dedicated app for more than just a quick browse.
On the virtual reality front, YouTube and Google's Daydream unit have collaborated on a new format, called VR180, and on new cameras with partners that include LG, Yi and Lenovo that aim to make it easier for creators to develop content in the format.
If you're a little bit excited, 180-degree videos have started to appear on YouTube.
YouTube says that VR180 videos can be viewed using Google's Cardboard and Daydream VR headsets, and will also be available for PlayStation VR.
Trump signs 'historic' bill to transform VA
As I've said time and time again, the vast majority of VA employees - many I consider friends - are good, hard-working people. Trump cast the signing as a fulfillment of a campaign promise to dismiss VA workers "who let our veterans down".
Senator: US at risk of military conflict with Russia, Iran in Syria
He says: "We are not the initiator of any conflict and war but we do not tolerate creation of insecurity in our country". The UK, another key coalition ally, said it would continue to take part in air operations despite Russia's warning.
Bill Cosby's accuser takes the stand in sexual assault trial
But there she was, making an appearance unexpected by all, perhaps especially by Montgomery County Court Judge Steven T. More than 50 women have said that Cosby assaulted them, but the statute of limitations has run out in almost all cases.
Instead of taking 360-degree video a step further (to 720 degrees?) to try to popularize a technology both content creators and consumers seem to agree is exciting but immature and largely inaccessible, it sounds like Google is actually going backwards.
Last year, Google made it easier to share YouTube videos directly with specific contacts. The PSVR YouTube app was just launched in January. This feature will be launched in Latin America and the U.S. in the next few weeks. As announced, the most popular video sharing platform can now automatically adjust videos taken in vertical landscape or square format to render normally on mobile devices.
YouTube, which in late 2015 launched a subscription streaming platform called Red, has been mum about subscribers' viewership on the platform, but on Thursday afternoon, the company disclosed that its first 37 original series and movies have generated almost 250 million views. Paul, Miami-Fort Lauderdale, Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne and Charlotte will all soon get YouTube TV.
The access has now been opened for VR180, Google's new video format that will forge high-resolution VR videos with what's in front of you. She noted that the service is working on 12 new original programs for YouTube Red.
Five London towers being evacuated over fire safety fears: Authorities
Asked if the insulation and aluminium tiles used were acceptable for such buildings, McCormack told reporters: "No they're not". Police says 79 people are either dead or missing and presumed dead in the blaze, although that number may change.
GOP eyes Senate health care vote next week, amid grumbling Another report from the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services predicted that number would be 13 million. The Congressional Budget Office is then expected to release its non-partisan analysis of the bill early next week.
Hospital: Scalise Upgraded To Fair Condition
All three members of the House whose names were reported by The Daily Caller are members of the conservative House Freedom Caucus. Hodgkinson - the suspect killed after wounding five people at a Republican congressional baseball practice Wednesday.
Trump disputes Russian interference in 2016 election The Senate committee was hearing from officials at the DHS and the FBI's counterintelligence division . Priestap remained silent. "I don't blame you for not answering that question", Heinrich said.
Tropical Storm Cindy has formed in Gulf of Mexico
The outlook states "this activity will likely peak from Thursday through Saturday when numerous storms are anticipated". Bret impacted Trinidad and Tobago with heavy rain Monday night and continued to affect the northern coast of Venezuela.
Key leaders in UK economy argue for cooperative Brexit talks
According to Bloomberg , Soros said: "We are fast approaching the tipping point that characterises all unsustainable economic developments".
Ronaldo header gives Portugal 1-0 win over hosts Russia However, the win was bittersweet as Portugal left-back Raphael Guerreiro was hospitalized with a suspected leg fracture. The win puts the Selecao one top of Group A ahead of Russian Federation who won their first game against New Zealand .
LG to unveil the LG V30 on August 29th, says report
The company will officially announce the device during an event taking place one day before IFA kicks off, on August 31. However, considering this report to be true, LG will be adding the third smartphone in the V series.
Uber CEO Travis Kalanick quits under pressure from investors It's also allowing more drivers to designate the routes that they want to travel to keep them closer to a destination. As part of its penance, Uber emailed a letter to riders in New York City last week apologizing for its missteps.
Trump goes on offensive against ex-FBI chief, calling him a 'leaker' The snub came just 24 hours after Comey told a Senate panel that an anonymously-sourced Times report from mid-February was false. He hinted that reporters would be "disappointed" in the answer. "I didn't obey that, but that's the way I took it", Comey said .
ISIS destroys al-Nuri moque where the militant group began in 2014 The Old City is the last district under the control of IS within Mosul itself, which was the group's stronghold in Iraq. Still, the USA military cautioned Wednesday that the fight for Mosul continues despite the destruction of the mosque.
Portugal looks to return to winning ways
Ronaldo has denied any wrongdoing. "It wasn't the result that we wanted", said Ronaldo. Santos praised his team for their dedication under pressure to hold on to the lead.
France's Macron to reshuffle government after parliament win
The same popular discontent with traditional politicians that swept Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency is behind his success. The newly elected French National Assembly will be the most diverse ever, with younger and more ethnically diverse MPs.
Edmonton's McDavid wins first Hart Trophy as NHL MVP
The two-way Bruins star beat out Anaheim's Ryan Kesler and joined Bob Gainey as the only players to win the Selke four times. That award is also known as an MVP trophy, but is voted on by the players rather than writers like the Hart Trophy process.
Who is Trump's new lawyer, Jay Sekulow? He said Trump's tweet was not a confirmation of the investigation, but instead a response to a report in The Washington Post . Angus King said he doesn't understand why President Donald Trump and his attorney general appear uninterested in the issue.