Most Compact, Waterproof 360 VR Action Camera at CES 2017

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Jan 06, 2017, 11:40 ET

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Vyu360, a South Florida local start-up company, brings to CES 2017 its latest line-up. With their new 360° camera, the ACTIV. The smallest waterproof Action camera in the market. The growing start-up puts great emphasis on developing value products that entice people of all ages to explore 360 virtual reality instead of traditional media.

Vyu360 meets a younger generation's need for a faster and better way to share their experiences on social media. From filming indoor skate parks to the great depths of the ocean, a new way to capture it all.

The company that introduced its first Kickstarter campaign in late 2016 has now launched its products and accessories on their new released website Vyu360.com and on Amazon.com.

Alexis Fernandez, Co-Founder states, "It's never been easier to capture and share 360-degree media than with our new ACTIV VR Action camera. The 3840 Model is compact with a protective case that is waterproof up to 30 meters and can handle impacts for extreme sports. The Vyu360 Software allows you directly download all your footage to your social media networks without having to first download to a computer."

The new slogan on the website "There are 360 degrees, so why stick to 90?" tells a great deal about the company's intentions to enter the 360-action camera market in 2017.

The Activ VR Action Camera

Vyu360 introduce an Ultra High Definition 360° Spherical Video and Picture Quality featuring dual 8-megapixel sensors (16MP) and specially engineered panoramic optics that helps prevent glares and unwanted distortion to capture superior quality 360° imaging. Available on Amazon.com starting at $349

Camera Specs

Image Sensors: 16MP (dual lens)

Lenses: 220° each, F2.0mm , f1.1mm

LCD Size: 0.96"

Memory: Internal 2MB, External 32GB Included / up to 64GB (Micro SD Class 6-10)

Connection: USB - Micro USB

Battery: 1600mA, 120 min at 1920p 30fps. (Removable)

Formats: True 360° ( 360°x360°) Movie H264 3840 x 1920 30fps, Pictures JPG 4096x2048

Accessories: IP9K Underwater Case (90 feet), Tripod, Camera Mount

The Envision VR Viewer

Get ready to immerse yourself in the memories you love with Envision VR a stylish, light and compact VR viewer. Featuring a practical mount for the Vyu360® Activ 3840 Camera makes recording 360° moments interactive and fun. Available on Amazon.com starting at $69

Viewer Specs

Support 3D Video and 3D Gaming Experience

Adjustable Inter-Lens Distance

Adjustable Focal-Lens Distance

Open-Slit For Easy Access (Audio Jack, USB)

Activ 3840 Camera Mount

Comfortable Face Cushion

Body Material: ABS+PVC

Lens Type: φ42mm Single Conves

View Angel: ＜95°

Lens Material: PMMA

Compatibility: 4 to 7 inch Android and IOS