These April 2020 multimedia innovations range from podcast platform investments to ad-focused streaming services.
BBC Studios' recent Pocket Casts investment is a standout that aims to take the free podcasting platform to new heights by also supporting the organization's partners. Fox's recent purchase of streaming service Tubi is another notable example that aims to reduce the service's reliance on ad revenue. With this business decision, the media network also hopes to diversify its content and reach a more diverse audience of both cable and digital viewers.
Interactive documentary experiences, virtual gaming events and virtual museums round off this list of April 2020 Multimedia trends. The examples speak to consumers' growing desire for virtual entertainment during social distancing efforts that have been encouraged as a safety measure to fight the current global pandemic COVID-19.
Top 70 Multimedia Trends in April
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Virtual Museum Experiences
Google Arts and Culture Boasts Over 500 Museums & Galleries Virtually
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Efficient Visual Continuity Projectors
The Conceptual Tmall Genie Smart Projector is Stylish
68
Detachable Speaker Soundbars
The JBL Bar 9.1 Soundbar is Compatible with Dolby Atmos
67
Productive Whiteboard Projectors
The 'GoTouch Beam' Interprets Writing on Any Surface
66
Mobile Productivity Monitors
The 'AirView' Wireless Touchscreen Monitor is Omni-Compatible
65
Smartphone-Powered AR Shooter Games
The 'AR Warriors' Game Lets Participants Play Virtually
64
Luxury AR Shopping Images
Burberry Partnered with Google to Provide Mobile AR Experiences
63
Multi-Platform Off-Road Campaigns
Jeep is Launching a Campaign to Promote the Off-Road Community
62
Motorcycle-Integrated Information Systems
Harley-Davidson Announced Android Auto Compatibility
61
Shareable GIF Beverage Campaigns
Pepsi Launched a Giphy Campaign for Its Two New Beverage Flavors
60
Chic Responsive Interface Speakers
The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Balance Speaker Comes in Two Colors
59
Virtual Gaming Events
Facebook is Transitioning GDC into a Digital Event Amid the Coronavirus
58
Immersive Virtual Conferences
HTC Pivoted Its Efforts to Host a VR XR Industry Conference
57
Dedicated Pandemic Website Initiatives
Google is Building a Site for Coronavirus Information
56
Virtually Transitioned Race Leagues
Formula 1 Drivers Will Compete in Virtual Grand Prix Races
55
Cylindrical Stacking DJ Devices
The Conceptual 'Stack' DJ Equipment is Highly Portable
54
Resturant Gift Card Websites
The SaveOurFaves Gift Card Site Was Launched to Help Restaurants
53
Endless Battery Power Earbuds
Philips Upbeat True Wireless Headphones Offer Up to 100 Hours of Use
52
Eccentric Audio Recording Devices
The BrandNewNoise 'Loopy Lou' Looks Straight Out of the Past
51
Streamlined Musician Livestreams
SoundCloud and Twitch Partnered to Provide Livestream Content
50
Branded Automotive Podcasts
Lexus Created a Six-Part Podcast Series with Malcolm Gladwell
49
Performance-Ready Earphones
The New Beats by Dre Powerbeats Feature the Apple H1 Chip
48
Responsive Gaming-Ready Projectors
The Optoma UHD50X Projector Has an Ultra-Fast Refresh Rate
47
VR-Compatible Brain Monitor Attachments
Looxid's Brain Monitor Now Works with the Oculus Rift S
46
Wireless Weatherproof Security Cameras
The TP-Link Kasa Spot Has an IP65 Rating for Outdoor Use
45
Immersive eSports Headsets
The CORSAIR VOID ELITE Headphones Deliver Exceptional Feedback
44
Social Media Virus Tips
Instagram Will Display Coronavirus Tips to All Users on Its Home Page
43
Multimedia-Enhanced Merchant Platforms
Shopify Added 3D Models for Merchants on Its Platform
42
Adaptive Audio EQ Speakers
The Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM Provides Just the Right Level of Feedback
41
Immersive Audio Tea Campaigns
Tazo Tea Launched Streaming Content Featuring Teachings from RZA
40
QSR-Sponsored Virtual Hangouts
Chipotle Mexican Grill Launched Hangouts on Zoom with Celebrities
39
Search Engine Medical Advice
Google Will Now Display NHS Advice to United Kingdom Users
38
Podcast Platform Investments
BBC Studios Recently Invested in Pocket Casts and Its Media Partners
37
Video Platform Advertising Partnerships
TikTok Singed an Advertising Deal with the Trade Desk
36
Mobile AR Advertising Tools
Snapchat Released Its Lens Web Builder Tool to Mobile Markers
35
Free Child-Friendly Streaming Content
Amazon is Offering Free Prime Video Content World Wide
34
Shareable 3D Photos
Facebook Expanded The Platform's 3D Images and Will Look Toward Video
33
Interactive Documentary Experiences
Micro Kingdoms: Senses Shares a Look at an Ant Colony in AR
32
Rugged Adaptable Action Cams
The Insta360 ONE R Captures 360-Degree Footage, 4K Video and More
31
Mobile Translation-to-Text Apps
The Google Translate Transcription Mode is Available for Android
30
Organization-Enhanced Video Platforms
YouTube Added an Explore Tab with Different Categories
29
AI-Powered 8K Televisions
The Samsung Q800T 8K Television Comes in Three Size Options
28
Streaming Platform Movie Releases
Paramount Will Suspend the Theatrical Release of New Movies
27
Suspended AR Effects
Facebook Will Not Longer Be Approving New AR Effects Due to COVID-19
26
Local News Improvement Projects
Google Launched Project Oasis to Help Small News Organizations
25
AI-Generated Playlist Releases
Apple Created a Playlist with Upbeat Music in Response to COVID-19
24
Optimized ANC Headphones
The Marshal Monitor II are the First of Their Kind from the Brand
23
Quality-Capped Streaming Services
Disney+ Will Lower Its Video Quality Ahead of European Launch
22
Yearly Streaming Subscription Tests
Netflix Was Testing a Yearly Subscription Model with Savings
21
Mobile Third-Party Advertising Tests
Snapchat is Testing Audience Network Advertisements
20
Sports Streaming Expanded Coverage
FuboTV Increased Its Sports Coverage with NHL and MLB Content
19
Free-to-Access Topical Talk Shows
Oprah Launches a Free Apple TV+ Series That Covers COVID-19
18
Mobile Short-Form News Shows
NBC News Will Launch Four Total Shows on the Quibi Platform
17
Travel Podcasts Series Launches
Four Seasons Made a Branded Podcast Encouraging Leap Day Travels
16
Peripheral-Charging PC Displays
The Philips 346P1CRH Curved Display Enhances User Productivity
15
Popular Food-Displaying Navigation Apps
Google Maps Will Now Show Users Popular Restaurant Dishes
14
Hockey-Themed Branded Video Content
Jägermeister Created an NHL Video Series Ahead of the Playoffs
13
Branded Restaurant App Takeovers
Wendy's Launched a Branded Takeover of the GasBuddy App
12
Streamlined Group Call Updates
Microsoft Teams Added New Features to Improve Group Calls
11
Ad-Focused Streaming Acquisitions
Fox Purchased the Tubi Streaming Service for $400 Million USD
10
Free Soccer Streaming Agreements
Twitch and CBS Sports Will Stream Soccer NWSL Matches
9
Low-Cost Home Entertainment Soundbars
The JBL Bar Studio Soundbar Delivers High-Quality Audio
8
Consumer-Designed PC Monitors
The Eve Spectrum IPS Monitor was Created with Input by 7,000 People
7
Golf Tournament Streaming Deals
ESPN+ Will Stream the PGA Tour Live Starting in 2022
6
In-Browser Crypto Purchases
Users of the Opera Browser Can Now Purchase Bitcoin and Ethereum
5
Regional Baseball Streaming
Amazon Prime Will Stream 21 Live Yankee Games During the 2020 Season
4
Streaming Service Cable Acquisitions
Comcast Recently Purchased the Xumo Streaming Service
3
Digital Compressor Plug-Ins
Softube Releases a Plugin Model of the Germanium Compressor
2
Adapted Streaming Service Launches
The AT&T TV Streaming Service Caters to Cord Cutters
1
Video Platform SD Content
YouTube Reduced Its Streaming Quality to European Users of the Platform
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Resort-Based Podcast Studios
The Studio at Baha Mar is a Space for Connection and Creativity
Interactive AI Storytelling Platforms
Character.AI Introduced Books Mode
Cross-Network Playoff Promotions
NHL and Multiple Broadcasters Launch a Playoff Marketing Campaign
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Real-Life Mood-Board Transformations
Pinterest Launches the 'Bring My Pinterest to Life' Series
Broadcast TV Cellphones
The Lava and HMD Phones Offer Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Streaming
Home Healthcare-Ready Televisions
WebMD TV is a Smart Health Support Application for TVs
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Music-Inspired Audiobook Campaigns
Spotify Launches its Bold 'Read Like You Listen' for the Summer
Entertainment Insight Platforms
Celebs Bucks Delivers Celebrity News And Net Worth Insights
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
Creator-Focused Monetization Platforms
Headquarterz Bridges Social Media and OTT Distribution
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Immersive Gaming Lands
Minecraft World Brings the Game to Life in a Theme Park
AI Video Editing Platforms
Adobe Firefly Introduces an All-In-One AI Video Editing Platform
AI Podcast Generators
Podcustom Creates Custom AI-Driven Podcasts From User Prompts Efficiently
AI-Powered Storytelling Tools
Create Stories and Podcasts with Immersim AI’s Seamless Integration
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
Luxury Travel-Ready Summer Programming
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Debuts New Offerings
Social Media Entertainment Apps
The Instagram Reels Fire TV App Turns Content into Entertainment
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Short Video Marketing
Viral Pulse Helps Businesses Generate Engaging Short Videos Quickly
Virtual Watch Parties
Together Watch Enables Synchronized Streaming And Chat With Friends Online
Video Podcast Expansion
Netflix and iHeartMedia Bring Video Podcasts to the Streaming Platform
Digital Content Studios
Never Studio Delivers AI-Powered Video, Branding, And Podcast Content
AI-Focused Rebranding Initiatives
3Play Media is Now a Provider of Global Video Solutions
Multi-Format Reading Platforms
Spotify Connects Audiobooks with Physical Book Purchases
Airline Entertainment Partnerships
United x Spotify Collaborate to Enhance In-Flight Entertainment
Podcast Summary Tools
PodSnap.AI Delivers Real-Time Text and Audio Podcast Summaries
Video-First Food Ordering Experiences
CookUnity Acquired flavrs to Enhance Its Meal Service
Inclusive Football Content Partnerships
NFL and The GIST are Engaging Millennial & Gen Z Women
Enhanced In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Toyota Audio Multimedia Boasts 5G Connectivity
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
AI-Powered Podcast Creation
Notebooklm Podcast Turns Text Into Engaging Audio Content for Free
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
African Creator Economy Platforms
The Sony Innovation Fund is Supporting the Work of Twiva
Modular Streaming Channel Plans
YouTube TV Introduced 12 Cheaper Channel Packages
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Soundtrack-Integrated Print Media
Radioposter Merged Audio Storytelling with Physical Books &Zines
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
Global Linguist Marketplaces
3Play Media Debuts AI-Powered Language and Accessibility Solutions
Retro Music Platforms
Retro Play Streams Pre-2011 Music Videos With Curated Playback
Interactive Content Sharing
STIK App Lets Users Publish Content Directly On Physical Products
Digital Accessibility-Focused Media Labs
Infinum Launches the Groundbreaking Empathy Lab Campaign
Accessible Video Podcasts
Spotify Eases Partner Program Requirements For Video Creators
Performance Marketing Platforms
PebblePost Expanded into Connected Television Advertising
Peruvian Streaming Platforms
Kick Marks a New Wave of Streaming for the Region
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Creator Streaming Tools
Bump Redefines Live Streaming With Fair Monetization and Creative Freedom
Club-Owned Digital Hubs
Arsenal Launches the Arsenal Media Platform
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Clinical Retail Media
PatientPoint Bridges Healthcare and Commerce
Audio News Briefings
BriefPod Turns Newsletters Into A 10-Minute Personalized Daily Podcast
Video Intelligence Tools
InfiniMind Unveils DeepFrame for Long-Form Video Platform
Digital Radio Platforms
Radio Ocean Offers 40,000 Free Channels With Listening And Recording Tools
Latine-Targeted Streaming Services
Remezcla Más Was Made for Hispanic Gen Z & Millennials
Creator Monetization Integrations
TikTok Adds Cameo Video Requests In-App
Movie Streaming Apps
Moviepad Offers Free Streaming With Personalized Recommendations And Filters
Collaborative Advertising Tech
DoubleVerify and IMDb Unite To Elevate Streaming Media Quality
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Data-Driven Concert Discovery
Apple Music Uses Listening Behavior to Surface Ticketmaster Events
Startup Discovery Hubs
Launching.today Showcases New Projects from Entrepreneurs and Builders
Knowledgeable Pay-Per-Use Platforms
Fourdotpay Enables Creators To Monetize Expertise
AI Content Licensing Models
TNL Mediagene is Sucessful in Its Partnership with TollBit Marketplace
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Custom Storytelling Audios
'Fairy Tales Narrated With Your Voice' Brings Magic to Bedtime Stories
Insightful Short-Form Talk Apps
TED Shorts Allow for Short, Snappy Snippets of Popular Talks
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Publisher-to-Platform Content Ecosystems
HarperCollins and Toonstar Turn Books into Animations
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Global Radio Access
Radiocast Provides Ad-Free Access To 7,000+ World Radio Stations Easily
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Content Creation Platforms
Podcastle Offers Simple, Collaborative Audio And Video Content Creation
Ad Creation Platforms
Magritte Helps Marketers Discover, Design, and Launch Ads Quickly
Stock Analysis Platforms
Pocket Finance Hub Provides Insights On Stocks And Market Trends
Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platforms
MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business Combine
Accessible Travel Media Initiatives
TravelAbility and Gray Digital Media Launch a Travel Channel
Custom News Podcasts
Ellipsis News Creates Daily Podcasts on Any Topic You Choose
Digital Storytelling Platforms
Times Of My Life Captures & Produces Personal Stories In Any Format
Interactive Knowledge Plays
TriviaBlaze Offers Engaging Quizzes To Test Knowledge in Categories
AI Content Platforms
Zo Enables Easy Creation And Discovery Of Interactive AI Content
Sports Streaming Platforms
EvoSports Streaming Lets Users Capture And Share Live Sports Moments
Audio Learning Platforms
Podial Turns Documents Into 5-Minute Educational Podcast Talks
Book Discovery Platforms
Book Chat Noir Connects Readers Through Recommendations And Community
Personalized Media Creation
TuneStory Creates Custom Songs & Videos For Meaningful, Personal Gifts
Personalized Travel Planning
Globe Tales Delivers Travel Tips, Tools, and Curated Recommendations
Personalized Podcast Platforms
Continua Lets You Create and Listen to Custom Podcasts Easily
Layered Online Content Reports
YouTube Defines Creative Maximalism as the Key Point After 20 Years
Automated Podcast Production
Jellypod Uses AI To Create, Edit, & Publish Fully Automated Podcasts
Memory Podcast Tools
Linda Turns Personal Memories Into Professionally Edited Podcasts
Music Reward Platforms
Playlo Lets Users Submit Songs And Win Cash Rewards Monthly
Shareable Podcast Platforms
Bubbl Enables Searchable, Shareable, And Digestible Podcast Content
Integrated Fitness Streaming
Spotify Integrates Workouts and Peloton Classes into Its Platform
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Library-Bound Micro-Learning Apps
Library Ideas Has Partnered with Blinkist to Enhance Access
Podcast Playback Platforms
Pocket Casts Delivers Seamless Podcast Listening Across All Devices
Focused Music Players
Deep Focus Provides Interactive Music And Visuals To Enhance Productivity
Expert Discovery Tools
Antiquoted Helps Creators Find Diverse Voices In Business Content
Video Repurposing Tools
AI Clips Makes Repurposing Long Podcasts Into Short Videos Effortless
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Space-Focused Live Programming Series
NASA and Netflix Enhances the NASA+ Platform
Audio News Summarizers
NewsPod Summarizes Newsletters Into Daily Podcast Briefings
Global Audio Accesses
Explore Global Audio Streams Effortlessly With Podcast and Radio Reader
Brand Identity Studios
The Media Hous Builds Portfolios And Brands For Market Visibility
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Accessible Audio Sharing
Swell Makes Podcasting Simple and Social for Creators of All Levels
Remote Recording Platforms
Detail Allows Fast, High-Quality Remote Podcast And Interview Recording
Prediction Market Integrations
Polymarket and Parti.com Embedded Live Trading Into Livestreams
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Podcast Studio Booking
Studio Mullet Lets You Search And Book Podcast Studios Worldwide
Smart Audio Assistants
PodiBud Enhances Podcast Discovery With AI and Personalized Playlists
Visual Discovery Campaigns
Pinterest Autumn-Winter Ads Highlight Castlecore Dreams and Fuzzy Vibes
Text-to-Audio Content Tools
PodReader Converts Articles Into Podcasts And Expands Audience Reach
Smarter News Consumption
NewsBang Makes Staying Informed Easier And More Interactive
Digital Furniture Showcases
The Canton Fair is Hosting Its March Industry Thematic Event
Creative Protest Archives
Pocket Protests Showcases Global Creative Resistance Against Fascism
PodcastClipping News Features
Particle Podcast Clips is a New Platform by Former Twitter Engineers
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Audio Content Searches
PodQuest Makes Podcast Content Searchable and Knowledge-Rich
Expanded Entertainment Web Apps
Proximus Launches a New Web App for its Pickx TV Experience
Distinctive Asia-Focused Platforms
Feature.Asia Notes Asia's Professional & Cultural Innovators
Personalized News Briefing
Tailored Pod Delivers Daily Personalized News in Audio or Email Format
Engaging Learning Platforms
Learn Smart and Have Fun with FunButSmart’s Interactive Platform