The pandemic has made us more present online than offline. Sometimes a person has to undergo self-isolation, comply with lockdown rules, and limit group activities.
But don't worry, now group activities can also be done online. For example, by watching movies or TV together with friends even if they have to be far apart. Here's how to quote Pop Science.
1. Kast
Kast is the most comprehensive video viewing option, but there is a price to pay. The free tier only lets you invite people to watch whatever is available on Kast TV for free, but signing up for a USD 10 per year membership gives users the ability to share screens with virtual guests. even if they only have a free account.
There is also a premium level (USD 78 per year) which offers additional perks such as HD screen sharing. The web, desktop, and mobile app interfaces are attractively designed and can feature text as well as video chats.
2. Teleparty
For Netflix (or Disney Plus and HBO) fans, Teleparty can be installed as a browser extension for Chrome, Opera, and Edge. Previously known as Netflix Party, this plug-in makes virtual viewing sessions even more exciting and stays real-time.
3. Watch2Gether
To watch with friends on Watch2Gether, you have to create a virtual room, select some content, then invite friends to watch and chat. Uniquely, Watch2Gether provides popular and recommended videos if you're not sure what to watch next. Apart from standard text chat, it also allows you to turn on the webcam with friends.
4. Sync-Tube
If you and your friends prefer to watch YouTube together, try Sync-Tube. Sync-Tube is accessible via the website, so there is no need to install new apps or add browser extensions. You don't even need to create a special account.
Make sure every time you visit the site, you set up a viewing room with a unique URL and add a link from YouTube to your playlist. Then share the URL with whoever you want. The text chat box below or next to the video allows viewers to continue commenting on what's going on. Oh, make sure you check 'Settings' to make sure you didn't make the room public.