The Concept Of
Second Screen Experiences

This demo showcases the concept of a second screen experience, implemented with Next.js and socket.io. After opening the demo simultaneously on two separate devices, the devices can connect and exchange information in realtime. There's a wide spectrum of different use cases for second screen applications, including, but not limited to:

• Example: Makeshift Input Device

  Multiple users in an airport lobby can use their mobile devices to connect to a website that is displayed on a big screen. They can then use their mobile devices as game controllers and play a game against each other on the big screen, while they wait for their flight.

• Example: Displaying Additional Information

  While playing a computer game, the second screen displays a realtime map to the player, helping with navigation inside the game.

• Example: Access To Social Content

  While watching the presidential debate, the second screen displays relevant social media streams and allows the user to participate in a conversation about the debate (e.g. posting to twitter, participating in real time voting, etc.)