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Rio 2016 also paved the way for innovation, introducing Virtual Reality (VR) experiences and taking 8K Super Hi-Vision (SHV) production to new levels. For the first time, Olympic content was available through VR technologies, with more than 85 hours of live VR coverage and 360-degree video, creating a totally new and immersive viewing experience and placing viewers closer to the action than ever before. Following a test coverage project during the Olympic Games London 2012, the Olympic Games Rio 2016 were also partially covered in 8K SHV, providing an advanced, super high-definition experience for viewers, with 16 times the resolution of regular high definition. Not only was it the first time an Olympic Games was captured in such resolution with 22.2-channel surround sound, but also the first time 8K coverage was distributed via satellite (approximately 100 hours were aired live in Japan), in addition to being delivered globally as down-converted 4K by several other RHB organisations.“Rio 2016 has laid the groundwork for the future of Olympic broadcasting, with its delivery mix and distribution approach, along with the use of advanced technologies to enhance the viewing experience.”Yiannis Exarchos, CEO, Olympic Broadcasting Services7BN+Video views of official content on social media platforms584TV channels aired coverage from Rio028 BROADCASTING