Samsung announces Gear VR live partnerships with UFC, X-Games and Live Nation

Samsung has just confirmed it has teamed with UFC, X-Games and Live Nation to stream select live events so fans can enjoy immersive VR broadcasts of their favorite action sports and music events through the Gear VR platform.

Users who already own the Gear VR will benefit from the new service called VR Live Pass at no cost. The VR Live Pass on Gear VR events will begin in early June and will be available through the Samsung VR application.

The new service will allow Gear VR users to watch live entertainment events and performances while on the move. Moreover, ...