Watching Facebook Live videos on your Portal is easy and fun. The Portal device has Facebook built-in, so you can watch live videos from your friends, family, Groups, and Pages with just a few taps. Here are some quick tips for watching Facebook Live on Portal:
Log into Your Facebook Account
First things first – you need to log into your Facebook account on your Portal device. When setting up your Portal, you will be prompted to log into your Facebook account. This connects your Portal to your Facebook profile. If you skipped logging in during setup, go to your Portal Settings and select “Facebook” to log in.
Find Live Videos
There are a few ways to find Facebook Live videos to watch on your Portal:
Your News Feed
Live videos from friends, Pages, and Groups you follow will appear directly in your News Feed on Portal. Simply scroll through your News Feed to see live broadcasts happening now.
Notifications
When someone you follow goes live, you may get a notification on your Portal. Tap the notification to jump directly to the live video.
Search
You can search for a specific person, Page, or Group to see if they have a live video broadcasting. For example, search for your favorite celebrity or brand to check if they are live.
Watch the Live Video
Once you’ve found a Facebook Live video you want to watch, just tap on it to open the live stream. The video will take over your whole Portal screen. Interact with the video just like you would on your phone or computer:
- Double tap to toggle between full screen and minimizing it
- Tap the screen to open the reaction buttons
- Swipe down to close the video
The video will continue playing live as it streams. Enjoy watching the broadcast!
Adjust Settings
You can adjust a few settings on your Portal to customize your Facebook Live viewing experience:
Volume
Use the volume buttons on your Portal to turn the sound up or down on live videos.
Do Not Disturb
If you want to watch without interruptions, enable Do Not Disturb mode. This will block incoming calls and notifications.
Picture-in-Picture
You can position the live video in the corner of your screen while doing other tasks on your Portal by enabling picture-in-picture mode.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having issues watching Facebook Live videos on Portal, here are some troubleshooting tips:
Check Internet Connection
Make sure your Portal device is connected to the internet. Live videos require a steady internet connection to stream properly.
Re-log into Facebook
If live videos are not loading, try re-logging into your Facebook account on the Portal. This refreshes the connection.
Update Software
Your Portal may need a software update to fix any bugs affecting Facebook Live streaming. Go to Settings > Device Info > Update to check.
Contact Portal Support
If you still can’t watch live videos after trying the above steps, you may need to contact Portal technical support for further troubleshooting.
Extra Features
Beyond just watching, there are some fun features that make Facebook Live viewing even better on Portal:
Smart Camera
The Smart Camera will automatically pan and zoom to keep you in frame during video calls and when broadcasting live on Facebook.
AR Effects
Enhance your live broadcasts by adding AR effects like masks, frames, and filters using Portal’s augmented reality technology.
Screen Sharing
During a call, you can share your screen to showcase photos, videos, or other content to your Facebook Live audience.
Smart Sound
Smart Sound focuses on your voice and minimizes background noise so your live streams have optimal audio quality.
How to Go Live on Facebook Portal
Not only can you watch live videos on Portal, you can also broadcast your own Facebook Live streams using your Portal device. Here is a quick guide to going live:
1. Tap the Camera Icon
Tap the camera icon on your Portal home screen or say “Hey Portal, go live.” This will open the Camera app.
2. Select Facebook Live
At the bottom left, tap the “Live” icon then select “Facebook Live” from the menu options.
3. Choose Audience and Effects
Select who can see your live video and add AR effects if desired before tapping “Start Live.”
4. Go Live
Your live broadcast will start immediately and post to your Facebook timeline. Interact with viewers as they comment!
5. End Broadcast
When you’re ready to finish, tap “End Live” to conclude your Facebook Live stream.
Conclusion
Facebook Live on Portal provides an immersive way to view live videos and broadcast your own streams. With its smart camera, AR effects, screen sharing, and more – Portal takes the Facebook Live experience to the next level. So grab your Portal device and start watching or go live yourself today!