Contrast VR

 
Experience what it feels like
to be immersed in the story.
See the news from the front lines.

Videos from Contrast VR

Explore our archive of immersive content by selecting a video below

About CONTRAST VR

Contrast VR is Al Jazeera's new immersive media studio

Pioneering storytelling and technology empower our award-winning journalism

Immersive experiences

Contrast VR co-produces and distributes immersive content transporting audiences deep into the depth of each story

Deep, Rich Originals

“Contrast VR Originals” include high end documentaries about the most pressing regional and global issues

Al Jazeera stories

Contrast VR serves as a central hub to discover all of Al Jazeera's diverse and courageous 360 and VR videos

360 VR and Beyond

Wherever the story leads, Contrast VR applies powerful new techniques and technology to produce strong, meaningful content

Coming Soon from CONTRAST VR

Witness the complex difficulties of indigenous life in Malaysia
See the effects of deforestation on local industries in North Africa
Visit a farm destroyed by an oil spill in Nigeria
Experience stories around the world in immersive 360-degree videos from across Al Jazeera's network

How to Watch

Content from Contrast VR is available across a variety of platforms

1.
Desktop / Laptop

Play our content from Facebook or YouTube and use your pointer or keyboard to rotate the view

2.
Mobile / Apps

Launch our videos from Facebook or YouTube on your mobile device and move your phone/tablet to rotate the view

3.
Mobile VR Devices

Use a mobile-based VR display such as Samsung Gear VR or Google Daydream/Cardboard

4.
SOON: Desktop VR Devices

Using a HMD such as Oculus Rift or HTC Vive, you will be able to access our videos using the official video apps