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Top 100 Multimedia Trends of 2014

From Immersive Gaming Chairs to Contemporary Smart Scanners

— January 1, 2015 — Tech
Immersive experiences, infusing ordinary objects with tech and brands embracing multimedia as a means of marketing include some of the themes that weave the top 2014 multimedia trends together.

When it comes to increased immersion, this can be seen in movie theater screens that wrap 360 degrees around movie-goers, making them much more apart of the sights, sounds and cinematic experiences. In the home, more affordable examples of multimedia include high-tech yoga mats that monitor workouts alongside connected apps, furniture that's been enhanced with technology to automate daily tasks and sneaker attachments that you can make yourself to harness the power of your footsteps to charge a phone.

Using virtual and augmented reality, advertisements, experiences and packaging are making it easier to seem as though you've transported yourself to another place or time.

For more insights on the future of multimedia and technology, check out our 2015 Trend Report.
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Popularity
Activity
Freshness
100
Tri-Paneled Cinema Screens
Tri-Paneled Cinema Screens
The Escape System Has Two Extra Angled Screens for Immersive Viewing
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99
Sleek Shallow Speakers
Sleek Shallow Speakers
The BeoPlay S8 Fits Perfectly with Home Decor
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98
Smart Stat Trackers
Smart Stat Trackers
Sony Gets in on the Stat Tracker Game with its SmartBand at CES 2014
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97
Sharply Structured Sound Systems
Sharply Structured Sound Systems
The Wren V5 Easily Fills Any Space with Immersive Highs and Lows
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96
Smart Wireless Sound Systems
Smart Wireless Sound Systems
The Musaic Sound System Can Also Control Smart Lighting and Security
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95
Children-Tracking GPS Services
Children-Tracking GPS Services
Trax Lets Parents Track Pets and Children Wherever They Go
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94
Nearly-Invisible Sound Systems
Nearly-Invisible Sound Systems
The ClearView Clio Speaker is Made Using Acrylic Glass
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93
Multimedia Shape-Shifting Smartphones
Multimedia Shape-Shifting Smartphones
The Paddle Smartphone Takes on Multiple Shapes and Sizes
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92
Hand-Cut Bamboo Speakers
Hand-Cut Bamboo Speakers
The Loudbasstard Speakers Give Powerful Pump to Your Sound System
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91
Bendable Television Screens
Bendable Television Screens
The Samsung U9000 SeriesCurved UHD Debut at CES 2014 is Bold
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90
Solar Energy Smartphone Watches
Solar Energy Smartphone Watches
This Solar Energy Harvesting Watch Keeps You Topped Up on the Go
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89
Rugged Bluetooth Outdoor Speakers
Rugged Bluetooth Outdoor Speakers
The New Braven BRV-X Speakers are Waterproof and Shockproof
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88
Cloud-Syncing Paper Notebooks
Cloud-Syncing Paper Notebooks
The Mod Notebooks Digitize Notes, Transferring Them to Your Tech
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87
Contemporary Smart Scanners
Contemporary Smart Scanners
The SnapLite is a Smart Scanner that Scans Real-Time Objects
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86
Fashion Blogging Mobile Apps
Fashion Blogging Mobile Apps
The Flink App is the Best New Way to Blog Surf Top Style Sites
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85
Integrated Phone Multimedia Dashboards
Integrated Phone Multimedia Dashboards
Apple Carplay Lets Users Use Apple Items Without a Phone
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84
Calorie Photography Apps
Calorie Photography Apps
The Ceres App Lets Users Count Their Calories by Sending in Photos
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83
Painterly Drones
Painterly Drones
KATSU's Robot Art Projects Have Drones Create Abstract Paintings
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82
Hula Hooping Cheerleader Videos
Hula Hooping Cheerleader Videos
Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Offer a Sensual POV of Their Bodies
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81
Parasitic Tablet Enhancers
Parasitic Tablet Enhancers
The Wise Pad Integrates a Detachable Device for Calling and Charging
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80
Blind-Aiding Sneakers (UPDATE)
Blind-Aiding Sneakers (UPDATE)
The Le Chal Shoes Use GPS & Vibrations to Guide the Impaired
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79
Subliminally Messaged Graphic Art
Subliminally Messaged Graphic Art
The Graphic Art Designs by Joshua Hibbert Have a Hidden Message
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78
Concrete Speaker Sets
Concrete Speaker Sets
This Speaker Set Lets You Rock Out Literally
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77
Pop Culture Space Clocks
Pop Culture Space Clocks
This Deep Space Nine Clock Will Keep Your Time Regardless of Your Galaxy
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76
Activity-Synced Chronographs
Activity-Synced Chronographs
Wave Smart Watch Interprets Circumstances to Provide Relevant Info
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75
Collapsible Cup Speakers
Collapsible Cup Speakers
The 'SSSSSpeaker' by Aiia Folds Perfectly into Your Pocket
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74
Electronic Ink Timepieces
Electronic Ink Timepieces
Twelve24 Introduced its E-ink Clock at CES 2014
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73
Hi-Tech Tent Projectors
Hi-Tech Tent Projectors
The Handy Beam Brings Big Screen Entertainment to Your Campsite
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72
Social Media Magnetization Apps
Social Media Magnetization Apps
StickyGram Magnets Turn Digital Memories Cute Memoribilia Items
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71
Textile Tech Designs
Textile Tech Designs
The Ora Ito Mobility Collection is Full of Soft Textures and Materials
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70
Surround Sound Earbuds
Surround Sound Earbuds
The Ladobi Earbud by LovePalz Offers a 6-way 360 Sound Experience
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69
Spherical Floating Speakers
Spherical Floating Speakers
The Vitruvio Speaker Was Inspired by a Renaissance Man
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68
Multimedia Office Supplies
Multimedia Office Supplies
The Brockhaus Pen2 Draws Up an Interactive Work and Study Experience
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67
Vibrant Shifting Smartphone Dresses
Vibrant Shifting Smartphone Dresses
Nokia Teams Up with Fyodor Golan to Mix Tech with Fashion
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66
Smartphone-Connected Cuffs
Smartphone-Connected Cuffs
Beacon & Lively's Smart Bracelet Has LEDs & Vibrating Indicators
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65
Modern Wooden Sound Systems
Modern Wooden Sound Systems
The Polk Hampden Speakers Were 40 Years in the Making
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64
3D-Printed Muscle Cars
3D-Printed Muscle Cars
This 3D Printed Gran Torino is a Scary Looking Muscle Car
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63
Intuitive Gaming Computer Systems
Intuitive Gaming Computer Systems
Razer Unveiled the New Project Christine at CES 2014
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62
Uniquely Printed Pads
Uniquely Printed Pads
These Differently Designed Memo Pads Were Digitally Printed Using HP Indigo
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61
Indoor Personal Farm Apps
Indoor Personal Farm Apps
Grove Labs Will Help Commercial Farmers Do Their Work Inside
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60
Flame-Powered Speakers
Flame-Powered Speakers
The Pelty Candle-Powered Speaker Lets Us Play with Fire
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59
Miniature Wearable Cameras
Miniature Wearable Cameras
The ParaShoot HD Luck Can Be Worn On the Go or Controlled Remotely
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58
Pocket-Sized Projectors
Pocket-Sized Projectors
The Odin Projector Replaces the Average Television Screen
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57
Knitted Storytelling Scarves
Knitted Storytelling Scarves
This Knitted Scarf Tells a Story When It's Moved
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56
Portable Solar Panels
Portable Solar Panels
These Solar Sockets Can Stick to Any Window for Power On-the-Go
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55
Art-Infused Beer Label Makeovers
Art-Infused Beer Label Makeovers
The Summit Brewing Company Showcases Charming New Packaging
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54
Smartphone-Connected Jewelry
Smartphone-Connected Jewelry
Zazzi Jewelry Relays Phone Notifications and Alerts on Its Display
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53
Ice Cream Social Apps
Ice Cream Social Apps
Magnum's M-Pulse App Locates Nearby Treats with Beacon Technology
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52
Musical Kitchen Contraptions
Musical Kitchen Contraptions
Cooreator Acts as a Digital DJ, Mixing Sounds That Reflect Your Meal
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51
Innovative Navigation Cams
Innovative Navigation Cams
The Travelling Companion Panorama Camera is Optimal Tourist Technology
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50
Compact Bluetooth Projectors
Compact Bluetooth Projectors
The Bluetooth MiniBeam Projector Fits On the Palm Of Your Hand
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49
Cutting-Edge Economy Seating
Cutting-Edge Economy Seating
COS Cabin Space Concept Provides Comfort and Connection to Passengers
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48
Powerful Portable Waterproof Speakers
Powerful Portable Waterproof Speakers
BRAVEN Mira Speakers Make a Splash at CES 2014
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47
Personalized Wedding Figurines
Personalized Wedding Figurines
Mariage Poupée Makes 3D-Printed Personalized Wedding Toppers
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46
Psychedelic Surrealist Collages
Psychedelic Surrealist Collages
This Flower Collage Art is Now Available in an Exclusive Zine
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45
Paper-Replacing Whiteboard Notebooks
Paper-Replacing Whiteboard Notebooks
The Nuboard Ditches Paper for a More Reusable Material
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44
App-Connected Drinking Glasses
App-Connected Drinking Glasses
The BU Personal Hydration System Makes Sure You Drink Enough Water
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43
Ergonomically Etched Gadget Organizers
Ergonomically Etched Gadget Organizers
The Apple TV Organizer by Tinsel and Timber Boasts Style
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42
Multi-Layered Packaging Design
Multi-Layered Packaging Design
Greg McNamara Kept with a Minimalist Design for Relays Headphones
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41
Sculptural 3D Print Accessories
Sculptural 3D Print Accessories
The Gabriela Ligenza Capsule Collection Displays Sculptural Hats
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40
Portable Rechargeable Speakers
Portable Rechargeable Speakers
The JBL Flip 2 Speakers Launched at CES 2014
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39
Festival Photographer Drones
Festival Photographer Drones
Twitter's Dronie Snaps Sky Selfies at Cannes Lions 2014
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38
Zipper-Inspired USB Cables
Zipper-Inspired USB Cables
The Xpower Zipper USB Cable Was Unveiled at CES 2014
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37
Next-Gen Electro Guitars
Next-Gen Electro Guitars
Gibson Concept 909 is a Digital Generator That Mimics a String Instrument
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36
Minimalist Bluetooth Headphones
Minimalist Bluetooth Headphones
The Piston Bluetooth Headphones Stream Good Wireless Vibes
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35
Shark Attack Videos
Shark Attack Videos
Special REMUS SharkCam Becomes the Hunted in Creepy Footage
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34
Multimedia Ping Pong Tables
Multimedia Ping Pong Tables
The Stiga Studio Table Has Subwoofers and Bluetooth Connectivity
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33
Interactive Tailoring Mirrors
Interactive Tailoring Mirrors
Brioni's Virtual Mirror Will Let Men Build & Preview Bespoke Suits
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32
Hi-Tech Tangible Accessories
Hi-Tech Tangible Accessories
iWatch by Tomas Moyano Interacts Autonomously in Sync with Your Body
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31
Powerful Charger Backpacks
Powerful Charger Backpacks
TYLT's Energi+ Power Backpack Charges Three Devices on the Go
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30
Futuristic Lounging Pods
Futuristic Lounging Pods
KAKUREYA's Modular Room Design
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29
Palm-Sized Projecting Computers
Palm-Sized Projecting Computers
The Solo Remote Access Device Contains the Knowledge of a Laptop
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28
Futuristic Bendable Home Cinemas
Futuristic Bendable Home Cinemas
The South Korean Flexible 4K OLED TV Launched at CES 2014
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27
Unusual Hi-Tech Beds
Unusual Hi-Tech Beds
Balluga's Smart Bed Has an Unconventional Shape & Lots of Tech Capabilities
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26
DIY Sneaker Device Chargers
DIY Sneaker Device Chargers
Instructables User ASCAS' Device Charger Resides in a Shoe
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25
Revolutionary Wireless Ergonomic Earphones
Revolutionary Wireless Ergonomic Earphones
The Dash Wireless Earphones are Compact And Liberating
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24
Versatile Smart Earphones
Versatile Smart Earphones
The Dash Smart Earphones Do More Than Just Deliver Music to Your Ears
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23
Feline Speaker Headphones
Feline Speaker Headphones
The Axent Wear Headphones Share Sound in Two Ways
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22
Neon X-Ray Art
Neon X-Ray Art
Artist Hugh Turvey Produces Compelling Transparent Art Images
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21
Wireless Wooden Chargers
Wireless Wooden Chargers
The Qi Wooden Speaker is Bluetooth Enabled and Charges Your Phone
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20
Illuminated Emotion Blankets
Illuminated Emotion Blankets
British Airways' Happiness Blanket Reflects a Traveler's Feelings
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19
Chic Hi-Tech Jewelry
Chic Hi-Tech Jewelry
CuffLinc's Wearable Technology Promotes Style and Safety
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18
Convertible Computer Desks
Convertible Computer Desks
The Flexus Transformable Table Features a Touchscreen Surface and Stand
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17
Virtual Reality Horror Films
Virtual Reality Horror Films
With Oculus Rift, You Can Watch a Horror Movie in First-Person
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16
Interactive Smart Restaurants
Interactive Smart Restaurants
Ebony Restaurant in Dubai Uses Dining Tables as Interactive Devices
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15
Wellness-Sharing Watches
Wellness-Sharing Watches
The Dusk Health Device Monitors Seniors' Signs and Sends Them to Family
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14
Immersive Gaming Chairs
Immersive Gaming Chairs
The X Rocker Interactive Audio Gaming Chair is a Gamer's Dream
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13
Effortless Branding Apps
Effortless Branding Apps
Makr by Ellen Johnston is Geared Towards Creative Entrepreneurs
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12
Hi-Tech Watch Accessories
Hi-Tech Watch Accessories
The Glance Watch Accessory Turns Any Watch into a Smartwatch
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11
Wooden Monitor-Inspired Stands
Wooden Monitor-Inspired Stands
The Freeform Wooden iPad Stand Fuses Form And Function Brilliantly
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10
Responsive Fitting Room Booths
Responsive Fitting Room Booths
Urban Research's Wearable Clothing is Portable and Interactive
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9
Makeup Trial Apps
Makeup Trial Apps
LX Studio's Virtual Makeover Studio Lets You Experiment with Real Products
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8
Interactive Yoga Mats
Interactive Yoga Mats
The Innovative Yoga Mat LUNAR Works Alongside the TERA App
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7
Affordable 3D Printers
Affordable 3D Printers
The RoBo 3D R1 was Released at CES 2014
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6
Dissected Cartoon Illustrations
Dissected Cartoon Illustrations
Tea Wei Draws the Insides of Characters in These Cartoon GIFs
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5
Interactive Floral Walls
Interactive Floral Walls
Gucci's Infinity of Flowers Lets Shoppers Interact with Digital Petals
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4
Captive Animal Portraits
Captive Animal Portraits
This Black and White Animal Photography by Lukas Holas is Dark
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3
Fashionably Smart Furniture
Fashionably Smart Furniture
The Clique Editions Mixes Household Materials with Electronics
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2
Planetarium Pod Sleepers
Planetarium Pod Sleepers
The Sensory Cosmos Bed Cradles You Beneath a Simulated Night Sky
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1
Projected Touchscreen Tables
Projected Touchscreen Tables
Ideum's Dynamic Desktop Comprises Projected Capacitive Touch Tables
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