You can now watch shows in Hulu in virtual reality

You can now watch TV shows from your Hulu account in virtual reality with Samsung's Gear VR.

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How does that work?

Once you put the Gear VR on your face with the Galaxy S6 line, S7 line, or Galaxy Note 5, you select the Hulu app. You're then transported to one of several "environments," which include a cool modern luxury living room, a big screen theater, and a beautiful beach.

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Then, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show in whatever setting you choose.

Unlike Netflix in VR, the Hulu app has a VR section where you can watch videos filmed in 360-degrees, including the first-ever VR film from Hulu — "The Big One" — and a bunch of other shows. 

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This is what it looks like in the Hulu Gear VR app. The main focus in these "environments" is the giant screen.

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You can select the Hulu videos you want to watch by scrolling with the touch-sensor on the Gear VR.

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And here's the movie theater "environment." Notice how you're the only one there — the way it should be every time!

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And check out the beach setting with a projector-style setup! That's a fresh beach!

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The Gear VR only works with the Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+, S7, S7 Edge, and Note 5. It costs $99, which is great for first-time VR adopters.

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