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Oculus has announced a new Public Test Channel to test the latest features and software for the Rift and Gear VR platforms.

Players will have early access to upcoming software and features on both the Rift and Gear VR headsets. You’ll also be able to try the latest programs before anyone else and provide feedback to help make the experience even better.

To enroll in the Oculus Rift Public Test Channel:

Open the Oculus app on your PC computer Click and then select Settings Click Beta in the left menu Next to Public Test Channel, click to enroll

To enroll in the Oculus Gear VR Public Test Channel:

Open the Oculus app on your phone Tap More and then tap Advanced Settings Next to Gear VR Public Test Channel, tap to enroll On the popup screen, read the messaging and tap ‘OK’

To opt-out of the Gear VR Public Test Channel:

Open the Oculus app on your phone Tap More and then tap Advanced Settings Next to Gear VR Public Test Channel, tap to opt-out On the popup screen, read the messaging and tap ‘Confirm’

If you aren’t fond of the program after joining, you can simply choose to leave it by returning to the Beta section of the Oculus app and clicking next to Public Test Channel. When you enroll into the Public Test Channel, you will be testing softwares and platforms that are in beta stages. So in most cases, you will encounter some bugs.

If you’re one of those people that are too eager to wait, the Public Test Channel might be right up your alley. Make sure to give it a go on the Oculus Rift and Samsung Gear VR.