These August 2020 multimedia innovations range from sports-only streaming solutions to VR dolphin experiences.
When it comes to notable tech, standouts include a recent Jaguar Land Rover and Cambridge University partnership resulting in a new touchless screen that can be used in cars. "The new display system can be used to help keep a driver's attention on the road, as it eliminates the need for direct contact with the car controls and streamlines controls" and boasts gesture-tracking tech.
When it comes to entertainment, these August 2020 multimedia innovations include ‘Football’s Next Wave,' a new YouTube docuseries by sportswear brand New Balance. The series follows athletes who gained success after facing unusual setbacks and challenges. The branded programming was created in partnership with creative agency ZAK and spotlights athletes from the UK, Atlanta and Japan.
Top 50 Multimedia Trends in August
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VR-Enhanced Virtual Events
Igloo Vision Works with Its Clients to Provide Memorable Experiences
49
Contactless Beverage Machines
Coca-cola Created Contactless Technology for Its Freestyle Fountains
48
Elegantly Finished Floor Speakers
The Bowers & Wilkins 705 Signature Standmount Speaker is Stylish
47
Customizable Handheld Printer Peripherals
The EVEBOT 'PrintPods' Allow for Printing on Any Surface
46
Minimalist Cement Speakers
These Vonschloo Cement Speakers Come in Two Model Choices
45
Wearable 5K Cinema Headsets
The Cinera Edge Headset Creates an Immersive Viewing Experience
44
Next-Gen Video Displays
Sony's Eye-Sensing Light Field Display Shares Engaging Video Experiences
43
Virtual Crowd Beer Promotions
Michelob Ultra Launched Virtual Crowd Promotion with the NBA
42
Opulent Egg-Shaped Speakers
The Pantheone 'I' Speaker Delivers Impeccable Sound Quality
41
Quick-Pair Noise Cancellation Earbuds
The OnePlus Buds Have Dolby Atmos Support and More
40
Sound-Optimizing Living Room Speakers
The Conceptual 'sound/spot' Speaker Targets Audio
39
Vibrant AI-Created Designs
The AI System Dubbed 'Nikolay Ironov' Fooled Clients for A Year
38
Double-Sized PC Displays
The Philips 498P9 Brilliance Monitor Has a SuperWide 49-Inch Screen
37
Digital Fan Experiences
The NBA Will Rely on Microsoft Teams to Create Virtual Crowds at Games
36
Video Shopping Platform Releases
Google Released the Shoploop Platform with 90 Second Videos
35
Audio-Adjusting Soundbars
The LG Sound Bar GX Optimizes Audio for Movies and Shows
34
Exterior 2K Resolution Cameras
The Anker eufyCam 2 Pro Has Free Local Video Storage and More
33
Health-Tracking Camera Systems
The Amcrest Thermal Body Temperature Camera System is Easy to Use
32
Influencer Livestream Platforms
The Amazon Influencer Program Created a Dedicated Content Platform
31
Cost-Effective Self-Service Ads
Hulu Created a New Self-service Ad Tool for Small Companies
30
Holistic Family-Monitoring Cameras
The 'CareVision' Camera Helps with Security and More
29
Interactive Voice Ads
Pandora is Testing Interactive Voice Ads for Access to Playback Features
28
Branded Podcast Series Launches
Kraft Heinz Created a Podcast Series Named 'Table Stakes'
27
Shoppable TV Events
The Syfy Network Will Air a Shoppable TV Event with a New Checkout Tool
26
Dedicated Video Call Displays
The Dten ME Teleconferencing Display Has Zoom Software Built In
25
Customizable Workout Playlists
Spotify Created a Workout Mix Tool Named Soundtrack Your Workout
24
Motivating Exercise App Features
Peloton Quests Includes a New Gamified Feature for the Mobile App
23
All-Day Comfort Headphones
The Denon AH-GC30 Headphones Have FreeEdge Drivers Inside and More
22
Social Branded Profile Tests
Snapchat is Testing Brand Profile Pages with Many Companies
21
Site Optimization Tools
Google Improved Its Test My Site Feature Providing Tools for Marketers
20
Live Streaming Partnerships
Twitch and Entercom are Partnering to Host Live Video Streams
19
Prosumer Audiophile Headsets
The Avantone Pro Planar Headphones are Ideal for Mixing and More
18
Virtual Operating-Room Experiences
Osso VR is Employed in Hospitals Throughout the United States
17
Precision Pixel-Dense Monitors
The Samsung Odyssey G7 Gaming Monitor Has QLED Technology
16
Video Platform Comment Replies
Google Added a SmartReply Feature to the YouTube Platform
15
Digitally Rendered Crowd Partnerships
Fox Sports Will Broadcast MLB Games with Digital Crowds
14
AR Sunglasses Experiences
Bollé Created a New Sunglasses Try-On Feature Through Instagram
13
Contactless Car Displays
Jaguar Land Rover and Cambridge University Created a Touchless Screen
12
Sports-Only Streaming Solutions
The OmniView Sports 'GameChangr' Allows for Easy Game Watching
11
Magnetically Powered Headsets
The Audeze Penrose Wireless Planar Magnetic Headset Has Low Latency
10
Adaptive Parametric Design Tools
The New Finch System Can Generate Adaptive Floor-Plans
9
Virtual Cycling Tours
Professional Cyclists Will Be Competing in a Virtual Tour De France
8
Podcast Platform Acquisitions
SirusXM Recently Purchased the Stitcher Platform for Ad Targeting
7
AI-Powered Streaming Solutions
The New NVIDIA Shield TV Boasts a Powerful Processor and More
6
Soccer-Themed Branded Documentaries
New Balance Launched a Docuseries Named 'Football's Next Wave'
5
AI-Powered Animation Libraries
Disney Created a Facial Recognition System Named the Content Genome
4
Audio News Article Formats
Apple News is Adding Audio Articles and Daily Podcast Episodes
3
Video-Integrated Podcast Platforms
Spotify Now Has Video Podcast Content for Select Shows
2
Sports Livestream Partnerships
BT Sport and Sportradar Partnered to Stream a Play-Off Match
1
VR Dolphin Experiences
VR Therapies Created a Cruelty-Free Experience for Swimming with Dolphins
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The Xynavo Lightweight AR Glasses Offer a 70-Degree Field of View
Human-Centric Display innovations
Hisense is "Innovating A Brighter Life" at CES 2026
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
Festival-Inspired Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry Celebrates the Energy of British Music Culture
Next-Gen Virtual Merch Stores
The Benfica Immersive Store Assists Customers with an AI Concierge
Event-Inspired Foldable Phones
Motorola razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition Honors Tournament Design
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Gemini Smart Glasses
Google Debuts AI Glasses With Audio And In Lens Displays
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Art-Display Smart TVs
Amazon Turns Televisions into Gallery-Style Digital Canvases
AI-Driven Product Photoshoots
Unilever Shared Its Use of AI and Digital Twins at NVIDIA GTC 2025
Innovation-Focused Tech Product Presentations
ADATA Embraces the Theme of 'Advancing Innovation'
TV-Ready GenAI Ads
Channel 4's Generative AI Solution for TV Advertising Breaks Down Barriers
Broadcast TV Cellphones
The Lava and HMD Phones Offer Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Streaming
AI-Matched Creator Partnerships
YouTube Creator Partnerships Links Brands & Creators with Gemini
Tech Fashion Sport Campaigns
Athletic Intelligence is Here Debuts with Oakley Meta at Super Bowl
German Automotive Sports Partnerships
Audi Renews Its Partnership with Inter Miami CF
AI-Powered Immersive Screen Experiences
Haier Equips Its TVs with High-Performance Technologies
Enhanced AI Portable Screens
Samsung Debuts an Updated Version of Its Portable Projection Device
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Technologically Enhanced Electronic Handbags
Nik Bentel Studio Debuts the Speaker Bag & Mixer Bag
Immersive TV Audio Systems
Dolby and TCL Partnered for a New Entertainment Audio Experience
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Digitized Music Group Experiences
Toca Boca Partners with KATSEYE for a Unique Digital Experience
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Unconventional Vehicle Control Ads
BMW Launched its 'Heart of Joy' Campaign Featuring an Octopus
Next-Gen LED TVs
Hisense Malayasia Unveils the First 116" RGB-MiniLED TV Among Other Launches
Collaborative Tech Memory Products
Sandisk x FIFA World Cup 2026 Present a Vibrant Collection
Branded Product Reveal Events
Dreame Technology Spotlights Innovations at DREAME NEXT
Branded Holographic Spectacles
Infinix Introduces the NOTE Edge with the Ten-Dimensional Reveal
In-Car Gaming Integrations
Porsche x AirConsole Bring In-Car Gaming to the New Macan
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Enhanced Mobile Gaming Platforms
Samsung Showcased its New Gaming Hub at CES 2026
Multi-Year Footwear Partnerships
Nike and LEGO Team Up for a New Kid-Centric Collaboration
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Mobile-First Athlete Training Platforms
Ember Sports' Tech Trains Baseball & Softball Players
Consolidated Sports Innovation Engines
Nike is Focusing Its Innovation Efforts Across Its Brands
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
AI-Driven Tennis Tournament Experiences
Infosys Partners with Tennis Australia
In-Car AI Assistants
ChatGPT Voice Expands to Apple CarPlay
Digital Wallet Car Keys
Samsung Wallet and Mercedes-Benz Partnered for Digital Car Keys
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Comprehensive XR Lineups
Goertek Spotlights Its Extended Reality Range at CES 2026
Hearing Aid-Connected Televisions
Starkey Integrates Auracast Streaming into LG's 2025 TV Lineup
Cutting-Edge Display Technologies
Innolux and CarUX Advance Smart City and Auto Infrastructures
Sports-Focused Smart Classes
Innovative Eyewear Debuts the Reebok Powered by Lucyd Smart Eyewear
Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
Samsung Electronics' Verkligheten is a Destination for Reality TV Fans
Collaborative Bold Pocket Cameras
HUF and TOMBOGO Debut a Neon-Green Creative Camera Collaboration
Future Car Innovation Solutions
LG Innotek Will Showcase Hardware and Ai‑based Software at CES
Trigger Button Gamer Smartphones
The Infinix GT 30 Showcases the Cyber Mecha Design
Immersive Auto-Focused Artistic Experiences
Lexus Explores the Relation Between Humans & Mobility
AR-Powered Library Experiences
Snap and LePub Partner with National Library Board of Singapore
Senior-Targeted Digital Journals
This Dual-Screen Journal Concept Helps Elderly Users
Virtual Watch Parties
Together Watch Enables Synchronized Streaming And Chat With Friends Online
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Auto-Branded Digital Experience Systems
Ford Digital Experience is Available on Certain Vehicles
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Multi-Format Reading Platforms
Spotify Connects Audiobooks with Physical Book Purchases
Assistive Sports Entertainment Technologies
St. Louis CITY SC Incorporates Touch2See's Technology
Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts
IMMERSION VR Concert Film Brings Fans Virtually on Stage
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
Music Insight Overlays
Music AI Bubble Adds Real-Time Song Insights Across Music Apps
Soccer-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Has Launched Its Own the Moment Campaign for FIFA 2025
Premium Dynamic Gaming Headsets
JBL is Set to Unveil a Trio of New Headsets at CES 2026
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Car Race-Focused Mobile Apps
IBM and Scuderia Ferrari HP Upgrade the Experience for Formula 1 Fans
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
Multimodal Social AIs
Meta’s Muse Spark Enables Image and Social Awareness
Global Linguist Marketplaces
3Play Media Debuts AI-Powered Language and Accessibility Solutions
AI-Powered In-Vehicle Solutions
LG Sets Its Sights on the Future of Mobility
Digital Accessibility-Focused Media Labs
Infinum Launches the Groundbreaking Empathy Lab Campaign
Sports-Specific AI Coach Systems
Mibro Relies on Technology for Performance Advancement
Accessible Video Podcasts
Spotify Eases Partner Program Requirements For Video Creators
Performance Marketing Platforms
PebblePost Expanded into Connected Television Advertising
Branded Content Partnerships
LG Electronics and Fantasy Life Renew and Expand Their Partnership
Dynamic In-Game Integrations
Adrenaline Interactive Unveiled Brand Fusion AI
Cutting-Edge Consumer Electronics Innovations
UGREEN Limited Debuts Two New Technologies at IFA
Club-Owned Digital Hubs
Arsenal Launches the Arsenal Media Platform
Next-Gen Automotive Software Platforms
DXC Debuts AMBER to Advance In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Augmented Reality Headphones Systems
Brandenburg Labs Demonstrates Its Okeanos Pro System
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
Interactive Soccer Viewing Experience
PubNub Partners with DAZN for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Mascot Sumo Showdowns
Duolingo Launches Playful Event Featuring Gaming Icons and Cultural Mascots
Large-Format Cinematic Experiences
Barco and Vue Partnered for a Premium Large-Format Experience
Video Intelligence Tools
InfiniMind Unveils DeepFrame for Long-Form Video Platform
Interactive AI Headsets
The Samsung Galaxy XR Runs the Android XR Platform
Advanced AI-Supported PC Designs
ASUS Will Spotlight Its Innovation at the Always Incredible Event
Practical Accessibility-Focused Tech Products
Lg Debuts a Suite of Accessibility-Focused Products
Ramadan-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Delivers 'Innovation That Brings Us Together This Ramadan'
AI Content Licensing Models
TNL Mediagene is Sucessful in Its Partnership with TollBit Marketplace
Prideful Modernist Tech Collections
The Apple 2025 Pride Collection Marks Pride Month in Style
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
Spatial Bubble Games
Bubbles Everywhere Offers Immersive Bubble Popping on Apple Vision Pro
Real-Time Esports Streams
Agora's Technology Powers Live Esports Streaming in the Philippines
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Agentic Video Platforms
D-ID Agentic Videos Enable Real-Time Interaction Within Content
Inclusive Broadcast Audio Tools
Google & Samsung Enhance Accessible Audio Streaming with Auracast
Premium High-Definition Tvs
Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup in 2026
Accessible Technology Showcases
Sony Electronics Spotlights Accessibility-Focused Innovations
AI-Powered Custom Timelines
X Introduced Its Grok-Powered Custom Timelines Platform
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Celebrity-Supported Smart Glasses Campaigns
Ray-Ban and Meta Tap Doja Cat and Teyana Taylor
Craftsmanship-Focused Design Exhibits
August Sandgren & Origin Made Presented the Maker's Gallery
Upgraded Display Innovations
Hisense Debuts the 116UXS Television and XR10 Laser Projector at CES
Leading Streaming-Infrastructure Platforms
MediaKind and Harmonic’s Video Business Combine
Accessible Travel Media Initiatives
TravelAbility and Gray Digital Media Launch a Travel Channel
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
Multimodal Interaction Platforms
CharacterSDK Builds Real-Time Multimodal AI Characters
Web-Based VR Games
Slice of Music Delivers an Interactive Rhythm Game for Apple Vision Pro
Sports-Focused Diversity Initiatives
FC Barcelona Celebrates European Diversity Month
Layered Online Content Reports
YouTube Defines Creative Maximalism as the Key Point After 20 Years
Digital Craft Platforms
The Apple and Design Miami Collaboration Explores Creative Innovation
Inclusive Tech Brand-Initiated Programs
Samsung Places Great Focus on Accessibility and Inclusion
Integrated Fitness Streaming
Spotify Integrates Workouts and Peloton Classes into Its Platform
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
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Second-Screen Golf Experiences
IRCODE’s Player Profiles Connect Fans to On-Screen Athletes
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Global Audio Accesses
Explore Global Audio Streams Effortlessly With Podcast and Radio Reader
Digital Marine Education Tools
Costa Rica Blue Teaches Biodiversity Through Interactive Content
Unified Knowledge Hubs
Digital Notes Combines Ideas, Memories, And Projects In One Platform
Tech-Advanced TV Display Lines
Dreame Technology Unveiled Its Tech-Driven Television Products
Operations-Enhancing AI Tools
NFL and Microsoft Extend Their Long-Standing Collaboration
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Smarter News Consumption
NewsBang Makes Staying Informed Easier And More Interactive
Personal Audio News
Hypermedia Play News Delivers Tailored, Instant Audio News Stream