MANHATTAN, N.Y., May 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Lounge Lizard is globally recognized as a top New York web design company within the web and mobile app development industry. Lounge Lizard's brandtenders are creative, tech-savvy, and passionate in developing innovative strategies that drive conversion for both startup and established clients of all industries, making them the "best of breed since 1998."

Visuals are on the rise, and videos, in particular, are a major driver of user engagement and SEO. As visuals take a place of prominence in website design and online content dissemination, the immersive visual experiences of 360° video are also becoming increasingly popular. NY based website and development company, Lounge Lizard, discusses 360° videos.

Videos drive up user engagement. They command attention, increase likes and shares on social media, and offer social proof. The integration of URLs and links in video posts and on websites, and keyword integration in titles and descriptions encourage indexing for search engines and provide an SEO boost, making brands more visible online. Additionally, videos provide an elevated user experience.

Videos are a great tool to establish industry thought leadership, create excitement with live video posts, and much more. 360° video can take visual marketing to the next level. Immersive videos have a higher rate of repeat views than standard videos and convert at a higher rate as well. They take on a similar role to virtual reality by pulling users into the experience with life-like engagement and action-focused visual interest. While 360° video may not be necessary for all businesses, often they are very beneficial. 360° videos are perfect for live event filming, interactive video tours of stores or facilities, product or service demonstrations, real estate postings and much more.

As with any newer technology, 360° video does have its downsides that will get worked out over time as the technology, and its application is perfected. Consider a few points when incorporating 360° videos in websites and social media posts. The type of display or display magnification can impact the quality of how 360° video renders on larger screens, and there could be compatibility issues on certain social media platforms. For mobile use websites and platforms such as YouTube, 360° video is a great story-telling vehicle for the brand. For businesses who rely largely on desktop usage of their website and typically disseminate business-promoting videos on Facebook, waiting for the next generation of 360° videos and equipment may be a better option.

Lounge Lizard is an award-winning, high-end design boutique specializing in website and mobile app development, UX/UI, branding, and marketing. Lounge Lizard excels in creating the ultimate brand strategy, fully loaded with expertly crafted visuals that work together to increase sales and effectively communicate a client's unique personality.

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