Emil-Aurelian Enache

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Similar Tools: Media Player Synchronisation

One interesting tool we found in our research was Syncplay. Similarly to Rabb.it, it uses Rooms to bring a group of users together. However, instead of streaming the video online, it is an add-on application that works together with your media player of choice by synchronising the play/pause and seeking actions. All users must set …

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Similar Tools: Social Streaming Websites

There are several websites available which allow you to stream videos from YouTube or subscription-based online video services, such Netflix or Crunchyroll. One such website is Rabb.it. Rabb.it is split into chat rooms. One user acting as the host is in control of what is being streamed.Rooms can be made to be public, locked, or …

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Welcome to our blog!

Hey there! We are Group 5 of the COMP6217 The Science of Online Social Networks module. This blog will be used by us to post our progress in the research and development of WatchTogether, our idea for a new social networking tool. The group members are: Dulieu-Rayner Alexandra <adr1e17> Utama Setiawan <su2n17> Enache Emil-Aurelian <reae1g13> …

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Introducing WatchTogether

WatchTogether provides a way for people who are far apart from each other to watch TV or films together. It is a tool that synchronises a video file over the internet, enabling users to enjoy the company of their friends in an “online cinema” type of setting. We think it will help those who enjoy …

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