From augmented reality sneakers to virtual reality art galleries, the top July 2017 multimedia ideas explore the many ways in which AR and VR are transforming the familiar into entirely new experiences.
A number of tangible objects, including everything from greeting cards to casino cards, are now receiving high-tech updates, introducing new forms of entertainment, payment and more. To make the process of creating and sharing virtual reality content easier, several brands are launching specialized equipment that boasts the ability to capture immersive 360-degree content, such as the streaming VRDL360 camera.
Just as a rise in AR and VR content has caused for the creation of dedicated equipment for viewing and creating, there is also a demand for tools like Google's new Heatmaps, which help to visualize where VR viewers are looking as they are inside of a virtual world.
Top 60 Multimedia Ideas in July
From Immersive Elevator Experiences to Speaker-Upgrading Devices:
Laura McQuarrie — Jul 29, 2017 — Tech
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Pocket-Sized Projectors
The Smart Beam by UO is the World's Tiniest Projector
59
Holographic Mall Advertisements
'Hypervsn' by Kino-Mo Projects Floating 3D Advertisements
58
Immersive Elevator Experiences
Panormia's Virtual Windows Turn Elevators into Magical Journeys
57
Team-Building eSports Platforms
The HypSports App Helps Gamers Build a Team and Play New Events
56
Modular Mobile Projectors
The 'iBeamBLOCK' Projection System Works with PCs, Tablets and More
55
Responsive Haptic Clothing
'Ripple' Lets the Wearer Know If Someone is Looking at Them
54
Spherical Multi-Position Projectors
The Conceptual 'Orbit' Projector Can be Used on Any Surface
53
20-Foot 4K Televisions
The C Seed 262 is the World's Largest 4K Widescreen TV
52
Affordable 4K Projectors
The Optoma UHD60 4K Projector Offers Impressive Specs at a Low Price
51
Multiple Sound Driver Headphones
The Primer Studios 'P-42' Headphones Offer True Surround Sound
50
Zooming Macro Camera Lenses
This Tamron All-in-One Lens Offers Zooming and Macro Shot Capabilities
49
Dual-Lens Car Dash Cams
The Cansonic 'UltraDuo Z2' Offers Two Cameras to Capture Everything
48
Interactive Smart Mirrors
The Surface of This Reflective Glass is Motion-Controlled
47
VR Father's Day Cards
Hallmark's Father's Day Greeting Cards Include 360-Degree Videos
46
Animal-Shaped Digital Assistants
'Line' is Releasing a Range of Adorable Smart Speakers
45
Immersive Gaming Monitors
The Samsung QLED Curved Gaming Monitor Has a 144Hz Refresh Rate
44
Virtual Anime Roller Coasters
J-World Tokyo's Dragon Ball-Themed Flying Nimbus Delivers 3D Thrills
43
Automated Video Editing Software
The 'MovieSlice' Automatic Video Editor Creates Quality Content
42
Productive Smart Lamps
Peak Lights Up to Alert You of Your Most Productive Hours
41
DIY Posture-Correcting Devices
This Slouch Alert Device Will Vibrate to Promote Proper Posture
40
Medieval Musical Kits
This Hurdy Kit Combines Jigsaw Puzzle and Musical Instrument Sensibilities
39
Photographic Dance Machines
The Pop n’ Lock Dance Machine Blends Stop Animation and GIFs
38
Streaming VR Cameras
The 'VRDL360' Camera Records and Streams 360-Degree Content
37
Life Size AR Games
Super Mario AR Allows You to Play the Nostalgic Game Outside in the Real World
36
Conceptual Futuristic Objects
This Speculative Design Exhibit Guesses the Future of Human Needs
35
4K Short Throw Projectors
The Dell Advanced 4K Laser Projector Works from Four Inches Away
34
Cord-Winding Earphones
The 'SnapReel' Earphones Snap Together and Keep the Cord Tangle-Free
33
App-Based Original Shows
The 'musical.ly' App is Now Launching Its Own Original Shows
32
Camera-Embedded Backpacks
The 'GIPFLbag' GoPro Camera Bag Puts the Focus on Your Activity
31
Convertible Necklace Headphones
'ROZEBUDS' Fashion Earphones are Worn as Jewelry When Not in Use
30
Professional Photo Editor Apps
The 'Mendr' App Connects Users to Freelance Photo Editors
29
Experiential 3D Printing Studios
Jonathan Moneta Provides a Preview of the MakeLab Trend Safari
28
VR Video Heatmaps
Google's Heatmaps Help Content Creators See Where Viewers are Looking
27
Concussion-Detecting Apps
The Brightlamp Smart Phone App Can Detect a Concussion in Five Seconds
26
Deceptive Virtual Reality Rooms
This Mixed Reality Room Comes to Life as You Walk Through It
25
eSports Management Systems
ReadyUp is Debuting a New Platform That Help Manage eSports Teams
24
Revolutionary Radio Apps
The Stationhead App Allows Anyone to Become a DJ and Broadcast Playlists
23
Gesture Control 360-Degree Speakers
The 'ORION360' Speaker Charges Wirelessly for Easy Usage
22
Facial Recognition Home Cameras
The Nest 'Cam IQ' Security Camera Continuously Monitors Your Home
21
Speaker-Upgrading Devices
The 'Darlite' Unlocks Sonos Speakers to Play Audio from Any App
20
Augmented Reality Sneakers
The Monte Z High-Tech Sneakers Have a Design That Comes to Life in AR
19
Qi-Enabled Charging Speakers
The 'Tilt' Speaker Wirelessly Charges Your Smartphone
18
VR Art Cars
Artist Cao Fei Uses Virtual Reality to Bring Her Art to Life
17
Cloud-Connected Security Cameras
The Logitech 'Circle 2' Security Camera Captures Footage Anywhere
16
VR Art Platforms
Acute Art Creates a Platform for Artists to Express Themselves Through VR
15
Lung-Monitoring Vests
The 'Sensivest' Remotely Monitors Patients' Lungs Using Radar
14
Biometric Casino Cards
France's Pleinair Casino is Implementing Cards with Fingerprint Sensors
13
Retractable Outdoor Speakers
The C SEED 125 Speakers Pop Up from the Ground on Your Property
12
Collaborative Video Apps
The Vitcord App Encourages Users to Share and Build Video-based Stories
11
Search Engine Art Galleries
Google is Turning Searches for Art Into Virtual Museum Visits
10
AR Lunar Models
AstroReality's 3D-Printed Moon Model Comes Alive with Augmented Reality
9
Rugged Adventure Speakers
The LifeProof Aquaphonics Speaker Can Withstand Almost Anything
8
Fear-Controlled Roller Coasters
This Ride Speeds Up or Slows Down Based on How Frightened You Are
7
Streamlined Smart TV Cables
The InnCable Allows Hotels to Easily Upgrade to Smart TV Functionality
6
Content Suggestion Apps
The 'Little Movies' App Gives Users Daily Suggestions for What to Watch
5
Small-Space Conference Cameras
The Logitech 'MeetUp' 4K Conference Camera is for the Modern Office
4
Celebratory Film Domes
The Sesqui Dome is Touring Canada to Celebrate the Sesquicentennial
3
Podcast-Enhancing Apps
'RemixPod' Upgrades Podcasts with Your Choice of Music
2
Customizable Sound Headphones
The VEOSPORT V1 Bluetooth Headphones Enable Total Customization
1
Curved Quantum Dot Displays
The ASUS ROG Swift PG35VQ Monitor is for Serious Gamers
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AR-Powered Vending Machines
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AI Video Generation Tools
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Visual Content Tools
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AR-Enabled Messaging Systems
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Social AI Video Lenses
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Mixed Reality Headsets
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Interactive AR Storefronts
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VTuber-Centric Tech Collaborations
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Mixed Reality Headset Prototypes
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Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
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Emotion-Driven AI Devices
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Data-Driven Digital Experiences
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Storytelling Drone Experiences
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AI-Powered 3D Avatars
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Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
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Mixed Reality Business Acquisitions
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Game Developer-Targeting AI Tools
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Shoppable AR Villages
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AI-Packed Smart Glasses
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Scan-to-VR Technologies
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Virtual Live-TV Experiences
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Egocentric Data Capture Devices
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Virtual Clothing Tools
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AI-Powered Storytelling Tools
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HDR10-Enabled AR Eyewear
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Consumer Holographic Photo Frames
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AI Cinematic Smartphones
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Interior Visualization Tools
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Disruptive Headphone Technologies
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Virtual Try-On Tools
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Lifelike Full Video Generators
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VR-Powered Design Platforms
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Immersive Muscle Car Experiences
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Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
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Video Business Cards
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Dynamic Art Displays
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Sound-Dectecting AR Mirrors
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Immersive Queue Displays
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Agentic Video Platforms
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Emotional Mothers Day Ads
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AR-Powered Library Experiences
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Swiss-Engineered Virtual Presentation Systems
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AI-Powered Virtual Worlds
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Video-Centric World Models
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Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
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Video Booking Engines
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Smart Mirror Platforms
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RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
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Wearable Olfactory VR Modules
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Ai-Enhanced Media Studios
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Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts
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AI-Advanced 3D Product Tours
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AR Virtual Space Hangouts
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Location-Based Audio Platforms
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AI-Created Video Feeds
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AI-Powered AR Eyewear
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Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
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3D Holographic Game Experiences
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Historical Mapping Tools
TimeMap Brings Interactive History To Life With Maps, AR, And 3D Views
Immersive Store Screens
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Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
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Digital Accessibility-Focused Media Labs
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Local Multimodal AI Models
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