Preparing for Your Journey
Our team wants to make sure you have a great time on your IMEX[cursion] so we’ve identified exactly how to outfit you for the virtual trip: What equipment to bring, how to best use it and other useful tips and tricks to smooth the road ahead.
Gearing Up: 360º/VR Headsets
There are many headsets on the market that allow you to view 360º video content,
covering a wide range of price points to fit any budget.
Google Cardboard
The Google Cardboard platform comprises a number of headsets, from the original, literally made of cardboard to many others made of more robust materials.
Standalone Headset
Standalone headsets like the Oculus Go offer a seamless experience and enhanced graphics capabilities for a more immersive 360º video viewing experience.
Gearing Up: AR Tools
Gadgets for enhancing the experience of Augmented Reality (AR) are quickly entering
the market, many of which are budget-friendly.
MERGE Cube
The MERGE Cube allows for bringing 3D models into the real world through the lens (and screen) of your smartphone or tablet.
Downloads + More
If you want to try out the MERGE Cube before buying,
this printable template is a good starting point.
Learn the Route: Tips, Tricks + Tutorials
Get acquainted with your gear, learn the best ways to access content on the
IMEX Lab website to have the best journey possible.
Using a Cardboard Headset
If you prefer learning by video, check out this quick demonstration clip.
When using a Carboard headset, it is important that you load the 360º video content in the YouTube app as this is the only way to trigger Cardboard mode. This is what you’ll do:
After Loading a Video in the YouTube App
Tap on the Cardboard mode icon in the lower right of the video playback interface.
You will now see a stereoscopic view of the video, ready to be placed in a headset. Some headsets have a line on the inside that corresponds to the center line in Cardboard mode. If present, line these up, close the headset and use the trigger on the outside (where available) to press Play.
Scanning QR Codes (iOS)
iPhone’s iOS operating system includes QR code scanning in the native Camera app. To scan a code from the Watch in Class toggle, simply:
After Loading the Experience Catalogue Item
Click on the Watch in Class toggle to show the QR code.
Open the Camera app and point it at the QR code, moving closer (or using zoom) if instructed to do so. Highlight the code in the yellow box. Tap the Open in YouTube suggestion that appears.
The item will now open in the YouTube app, ready to be placed in Cardboard mode, if needed.
Open a 3D Model in Object Viewer for MERGE Cube
Tips for Using an Oculus Go
Scanning QR Codes (Android)
Many Android phones do not have built in QR code reading functions. For this reason, a separate app is required. We recommend the free QR Code Reader (by TWMobile).
Note: Some Android phone models (like the Pixel) do have QR code reading built-in to the native Camera app. If yours fits this category, skip to the next section and look for this shade of blue.
Downloading and Preparing QR Code Reader
Search for the app via the Google Play store and tap Install.
Launch the QR Code Reader app and, when prompted, Allow access to the camera.
After Loading the Experience Catalogue Item
Click on the Watch in Class toggle to show the QR code.
With the QR Code Reade app open, point your phone at the QR code, moving closer (or using zoom) if instructed to do so. Highlight the code in the box that appears.
Tap the Browse website button when the YouTube link suggestion appears.
On Pixel, Etc Devices: With the Camera app open, point your device at the QR code.
When it is detected, a link will become available. To open in the YouTube app, tap on the Google Lens icon.
Tap the link that appears once Lens has read the QR code to open the video in the YouTube app.
The item will now open in the YouTube app, ready to be placed in Cardboard mode, if needed.