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RoundMe

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RoundMe
Original author(s)Konstantin Andreev
Developer(s)Roundme Limited
Initial release17 June 2014; 9 years ago (2014-06-17)
Operating systemWeb, iOS, Android
Available inEnglish
TypeEntertainment, Photo and video
LicenseFreeware
Websiteroundme.com

RoundMe is a virtual tour application[1][2][3] which allows users to create, upload and share 360 degree panoramic photos and multimedia content of real spaces, that users could visit virtually using Google Cardboard[4] or any VR headsets.[5][6][7][8][9] The app is available on the web, iOS and Android.[10][11] Roundme was positioned as one of the Best New Apps in the iTunes App Store in 58 countries in 2015. Roundme raised a $3 million round led by April Capital in 2015, reportedly by TechCrunch.[12] The company is also hosting spaces for brands including National Library of Belarus and American Airlines.[13][14][15][16]


History[edit]

RoundMe was founded in June 2012 by Konstantin Andreev.[17] It was officially released on June 17, 2014. It is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Talking to TechCrunch, Konstantin Andreev, CEO said that his goal was to create the best virtual tour experience in the panoramic photography marketplace.[12]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Kariuki, David (December 31, 2015). "Roundme simplifies virtual tour creation". Hypergrid Business. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  2. ^ Caolo, Dave (December 12, 2016). "See what's 'round you with RoundMe". Engadget. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  3. ^ Grigonis, Hillary (September 2, 2016). "Photographer captures 360-degree shot of NYC from atop Empire State Building". Digital Trends. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  4. ^ Graham, Peter (August 10, 2015). "Use Google Cardboard to Experience Virtual Tours with Roundme". VRFocus.com. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  5. ^ Tsukayama, Hayley (19 December 2014). "Roundme app review: Turn yourself into a world traveler with panoramic photos". The Washington Post. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  6. ^ Cipriani, Jason (16 December 2014). "Use Roundme to view, share interactive panoramic photos". CNET. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  7. ^ Archambault, Michael (8 August 2015). "Roundme Offers Virtual Tours of The World Through 360-Degree Photos". Peta Pixel. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  8. ^ Williams, Owen (December 16, 2014). "Round.me makes exploring panoramas more immersive". The Next Web. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  9. ^ Hiufu Wong, Maggie (July 23, 2015). "Amazing 360-degree panoramic images show new sides of North Korea". CNN. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  10. ^ Shaul, Brandy (December 19, 2014). "Roundme Launches Virtual Tour App on iPhone". Adweek. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  11. ^ Burns, Chris (April 10, 2015). "RoundMe: a spherical VR community for iPhone". Slashgear.com. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  12. ^ a b Ha, Anthony (20 February 2015). "Roundme Raises $3M To Turn Panoramic Photos Into Virtual Tours". TechCrunch. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  13. ^ Kariuki, David (31 December 2015). "Roundme simplifies virtual tour creation". Hypergrid Business.
  14. ^ Motley, Josiah (April 15, 2015). "Virtual Tour App Roundme Adds VR Mode". Tech Cocktail. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  15. ^ D, Luis (April 5, 2016). "Round.me lets you find and explore mesmerizing 360-degree panoramas". Phone Arena. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  16. ^ Rosenfield, Karissa (March 10, 2016). "If You Haven't Seen Calatrava's World Trade Center Oculus In Person, This is Pretty Darn Close". ArchDaily. Retrieved February 10, 2017.
  17. ^ Villeneuve, Luc (April 20, 2015). "Virtual Tours Made Simple with Roundme CEO Konstantin Andreev – Prague 2015". IVRPA News. The International VR Photography Association. Retrieved February 10, 2017.

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