We've got a Ricoh Theta 360 degree camera which we're using to create immersive learning experiences. I'm trying to find out if Storyline 360 has support for 360 photos but having 360 in the product name makes searching hard!

The main competitor to Articulate Storyline has released software version which introduces the option to import 360° media assets where you can add hotspots, quizzes on top of 360 elements. I'm hoping Articulate to update Storyline to VR experience friendly version soon :)

Hi all, We're working on the ability to add 360 degree media assets to your courses, and include various interactive elements to those assets. We're confident this feature will be in your hands by the end of the year. Those are all the details I have, but we'll share more updates here as we have them!

I have a Ricoh Theta 360 camera and am exploring the use of 360 images and video. I got Captivate 2019 to develop and test out possible new elearning approaches. It is very easy to import the 360 images or video into Captivate and add markers to it. There are certainly many exciting possibilities for using this software, not only for training / education, but also for virtual tours of museums, historical buildings, tourist attractions and homes for sale. So this combination expands the number of potential clients that I can serve. However, one note of caution. I notice that working with 360 images/video requires a lot of computing power. So unless StoryLine becomes available in a 64 bit version, I don't see the 360 degree option being workable / feasible on the present SL 32 bit platform. (One thing I really love about Captivate (64 bit) is that there is no lag when using the timeline; with SL I have to wait 3 to 7 seconds every time I want to synchronize voice over with animation). Russ

Yes, my colleague and I trialed CenarioVR (Trivantis) and I saw a webinar for Adobe Captivate. Both had features and platforms to import 360 photos or video, then overlay hotspots that "live" in that 360 perspective. Each had triggers to perform actions like going to a new scene or panning to an object somewhere else in the 360 environment. Since we partnered with Articulate, using the 360 platform, and also would like to create these 360° experiences, we're hopeful that Arlyn will be telling us of "the new 360° feature in Articulate 360."

I'm following this thread. I have been an Articulate user for years. The Cenario VR product is very nice looking and the Captivate 2019 release has me itching to try it. Come on Articulate 360, 360, or maybe its called Articulate 360 squared???

360 photo and video support | Articulate

AllenNation
Community Member
5 years ago
Is this feature going to be added. We are evaluating adding Storyline 360 to replace Captivate 2019. If 360 photos and video are not going to be added, it will be a show stopper. 360 photos and video work seamlessly in Captivate and there are good tools to use in the 360 environment.
AllenNation
Community Member
5 years ago
I was just told by Storyline sales team, they are looking at the market to see what the demand is for 360 photos and video. There is not timeline for implementing into the product. You will have to stay with Captivate to use 360 photos and video in your projects.

I am confused about what market they are looking at. VR is in demand especially in the 30 and younger demographic. The number of new products in the market place and at CES this year adequately demonstrates the trend of using VR environments. We are trying to keep our training revelent and focus on the new work force entering our manufacturing environments.
- TonyMock-f42ffd
  Community Member
  5 years ago
  Sounds like code language for - "we can't figure out how to implement this properly" OR "developing this or licensing the technology is too expensive" They know there's a need for it!!
AliciaBlitz
Community Member
5 years ago
That would be unfortunate.

I have a project right now (Workplace Security) that would benefit greatly from at least some 360 photos. I already have a 360 camera. That and some hot spots would be simple work great.
AllenNation
Community Member
5 years ago
It is very easy to do in Captivate. I am building a course right now and you can add all the hotspots and navigation right on the 360 image.
AllenNation
Community Member
5 years ago
A co-worker, who is evaluating Storyline with me, ask "What does the 360 stand for, if the products cannot do 360 content". That is a very good question. Anyone know the answer?
TonyMock-f42ffd
Community Member
5 years ago
Thank you for the update, Ashley! It's nice to hear some progress is being made.
AllenNation
Community Member
5 years ago
Thank you Ashley. Please update this thread and I will be able to influence our purchasing of future products.
ShannonConnor
Community Member
5 years ago
Is there any update on this, please?
- VinceScoma
  Community Member
  5 years ago
  Hi Shannon,
  
  Thank you for inquiring about this feature!
  
  While I don't have an update to share just yet, we are continuing to develop 360-degree media assets. You are in the right place, and we will be sure to provide an update as soon as we have news to share!
  - AllenNation
    Community Member
    5 years ago
    I appreciate the update. Really looking forward to incorporating the 360 photos into courses.
JennBennett
Community Member
5 years ago
Adding my vote here.

Eagerly waiting updates on adding this capability.
GeorgePlewa
Community Member
5 years ago
Yes same, please give us some information as to what we can expect.