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Emirates launches first airline virtual reality app in Oculus store, the world’s most popular VR platform

Experience Emirates' fully-enclosed Gamechanger First Class Suites, explore the airline's signature A380 Onboard Lounge, or check out the cabin around your own seat in row 77 from the comfort of your home, with the airline's award-winning and industry-leading virtual reality (VR) experiences.
 
Available on emirates.com to anyone with an internet connection, via the Emirates app, and now on the Oculus Store for Oculus Rift users, Emirates has taken the next step in its ambition to reach and engage audiences around the world with cutting-edge VR technology. Learn more about the Emirates VR experience on Oculus Rift here...

Created in partnership with technology company Renacen, Emirates' customers can navigate through Economy, Business and First Class cabins, explore their seats, as well as the iconic Onboard Lounge and Shower Spa on the Emirates A380 using navigational hotspots. Emirates is working on an updated version featuring its Premium Economy cabin and latest A380 aircraft interiors.
 
In future developments, Emirates plans to offer customers the ability to explore destinations, select a cabin, and book and pay for their Emirates flight from within the Emirates Oculus VR app.

See the full story here: https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2021/September/13-09/Emirates-launches-first-airline-virtual-reality-app-in-Oculus