We want to make sure web developers are aware of this new autoplay blocking feature in Firefox.” So we are making changes to how Firefox handles playing media with sound. “Isn’t it annoying when you click on a link or open a new browser tab and audible video or audio starts playing automatically? We know that unsolicited volume can be a great source of distraction and frustration for users of the web. “Google’s Chrome browser now blocks auto-playing video with sound, taking a big step forward in removing one of the most irritating things about the modern web.” In a recent article from the Guardian, we quote: In fact, so much so, that Google & Firefox are now automatically blocking any noises coming from your tour. 8 reasons why you should NEVER add sound to your virtual tour: 1. Trust us… we’re protecting you from yourself at this point, and here’s why…. Now I hear you say… but whyyyyyy? I REALLY want my clients to hear this antiquated guitar solo while they are browsing my tour! To all of these users, we reply the same thing: We don’t have this feature (anymore) – you should not add sound to your virtual tour.
They are looking to add some enticing elevator tune, the latest track of their favorite rock band, or they might want to add some “ sound effects” to hotspots.
Sometimes we get asked by our virtual tour software users how they can add sound to their virtual tour.