Binge watching together
Through twists and turns , shock , heartbreak and healing , our favourite series and movies take us through the full gamut of emotions . There is nothing quite like connecting with friends to share the journey through the worlds they create . Enter the watch party .
COVID-19 may have kept us physically apart , but it has also shone a light on innovative ways to connect through technology .
The rapidly expanding list of platforms that allow people around the world to simultaneously stream their favourite shows and interact is one such offering .
Get the popcorn going and let the watch party begin .
Teleparty
The Google Chrome extension formerly known as Netflix party – Teleparty – allows up to 50 people to chat through text as they enjoy
their favourite Netflix , Hulu , HBO Max or Disney + shows . Each participant needs their own account with the relevant streaming service . One of the participants then chooses the relevant movie or show , shares the link with their friends , gives everyone playback control so they too can scroll , pause or play , and the shared viewing session begins . Yet , if you need to start a new episode or movie , you will need to restart your session with a new link .
Kast
Hang out with friends as you share online experiences in a virtual living room . Here the party creator – the person
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