Focus360: Guiding User Attention in Immersive Videos for VR

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Paulo Vitor Santana Silva, Lucas L. Neves, Rafael A. Goiás, Diogo F. C. Silva, Rafael Teixeira Sousa, Arlindo R. Galvão Filho

Published: 01 Jan 2025, Last Modified: 12 May 2025VR Workshops 2025EveryoneRevisionsBibTeXCC BY-SA 4.0
Abstract: This demo introduces Focus360, a system designed to enhance user engagement in 360° VR videos by guiding attention to key elements within the scene. Using natural language descriptions, the system identifies important elements and applies a combination of visual effects to guide attention seamlessly. At the demonstration venue, participants can experience a 360° Safari Tour, showcasing the system’s ability to improve user focus while maintaining an immersive experience.