As the March 2017 multimedia trends reveal, digital experiences are now becoming more accessible than ever before. This not only refers to VR devices, but also to more futuristic technology such as touch-controlled projected interfaces.
In terms of VR, the March 2017 multimedia trends highlight more diverse applications for virtual technology. For instance, Gillette recently used VR to immerse consumers in a virtual shaving experience. Similarly, Sotheby's is now using a VR art experience to drive sales.
However, the March 2017 multimedia trends reveal that these new digital experiences go beyond VR alone. For instance, Sony's new Xperia Touch Projector is designed to augment any flat surface into an instant touchscreen display. Another outstanding example is the Punchkeyboard, which gives users the ability to type on virtual keyboards and input keystrokes in a digital environment.
Top 60 Multimedia Ideas in March
From VR Shaving Simulators to Intuitive Projection Interfaces:
Katherine Pendrill — Apr 1, 2017 — Tech
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VR Language-Learning Apps
Mondly Uses Immersion to Teach Users New Languages
59
Haptic Feedback VR Suits
The 'Hardlight' VR Suit Vibrates and Responds to Gameplay
58
VR Supercar Systems
This Mercedes Driving Simulation Puts Users Behind the Wheel of a Race Car
57
Visual Assistance Wearables
The 'Nomad' Wearable Technology Device Guides the Visually Impaired
56
Environment-Reacting VR Headsets
The 'VAR' Glasses Headset Merges VR and AR Technologies
55
VR Shaving Simulators
Gillette's In-Store Experience Takes People on a VR Roller Coaster Ride
54
Chic Wearable Gadget Headphones
The Ashley Chloe 'HELIX CUFF' is Worn on the Wrist When Not Used
53
360-Degree Helmet Cameras
The 'Real720Helmet' Helmet Cam is Omnidirectional to Capture Everything
52
Demure Designer Home Speakers
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay M6 High-End Speakers are Cylindrical
51
Wearable Timepiece Panoramic Cameras
The 'Beoncam' Wearable 360-Degree Mini Cameras are Rugged
50
VR Civil War Films
PBS 'My Brother's Keeper' Brings New Techniques to Virtual Reality Filmmaking
49
Exoskeleton VR Gloves
The 'EXOS' Virtual Reality Glove is Enabled with Haptic Technology
48
Multicolor Marble Headphones
The Casetify Marble Earbuds with Microphone are Noise-Cancelling
47
High-End Natural Sound Speakers
The Totaldac d150 Loudspeaker Design is Modern and Efficient
46
Gamer Soundbar Speakers
The Creative 'Sound BlasterX Katana' Computer Speakers are Immersive
45
Emotion-Detecting Wearables
This Wearable AI System Picks Up on Tone in Conversation
44
Noise-Blocking Earbuds
The Pioneer Rayz Plus Lightning Headphones Have HearThru Technology
43
Rugged Solar-Powered Speakers
The MacroBoom Speaker is Designed for Outdoor Use
42
Waterproof Touchscreen Display Mirrors
The Tammax Smart Mirror Displays Web Content and More
41
Ergonomic Wireless Earphones
The 'EGGO' Wireless Earbud Headphones Ensure Optimized Listening
40
Intuitive Projection Interface Peripherals
The Sony Xperia Touch Projector is Android-Powered
39
Ceramic Bow Speaker Systems
The KEAS MOV-1 Ceramic Audio Speaker System Offers Impeccable Sound
38
Shoppable Video Platforms
'Checkout Live' Merges Live Stream Content with eCommerce
37
Nano Cell Technology TVs
The LG Super UHD TVs are Packed with Active HDR Technology and More
36
Live VR Football Highlights
Fox Sports VR Replays for Super Bowl LI will be in Real Time
35
Scroll-Inspired Speakers
The Owlee Scroll Vintage Bluetooth Music Speaker is Stylishly Retro
34
Voice-Controlled Tablets
TCL's Xess Tablet Features Amazon Alexa Integration
33
Online VR PC Networks
The 'VRLD' Online VR Platform Offers Intuitive Experiences for Users
32
Voice-Controlled Solar Speakers
LEMON's California Roll Speaker is High-Tech and Eco-Friendly
31
Detachable Helmet Headphones
The Unit 1 'Soundsheild' Headband Headphones are Multipurpose
30
High-End Lambskin Headphones
The B&O Play Beoplay H4 Mobile Headphones Offer 19-Hours of Playback
29
Motion-Detecting HD Recording Cameras
The D-Link Omna 180 Cam HD Features Apple HomeKit Support
28
Smartphone VR Game Headsets
The 'NOLO' Mobile VR Headset Lets Users Play SteamVR Games
27
Portable DJ Sound Systems
The 'RockDolly' Live Sound Solution is for Traveling DJs and Musicians
26
Music Interface Speaker Systems
The 'Waterspeaker' Music Stereo Works Independently
25
Ambient Sound Earphones
The Sony Xperia Ear Open Style Concept Merges Music with Environment Audio
24
VR Portal Attractions
Doraemon Fans Can Now Step Through the Character's 'Anywhere Door'
23
Surrealist VR Exhibitions
Sotheby's is Using a Virtual Reality Art Experience to Drive Sales
22
Organizational Streaming Boxes
The 'Caavo' Media Box Lets Eight Streaming Devices to be Controlled
21
Voice-Activated Vehicle Controls
Hyundai's Blue Link App is Now Integrated with Amazon Alexa
20
Elegant Portable Entertainment Speakers
The Vifa 'Oslo' Rechargeable Portable Speaker is Stylish
19
Touchscreen Home Media Hubs
The Aluratek WiFi Media Player Connects to Internet Radio and More
18
Productive 4G Tablet Laptops
The Alcatel Plus 12 4G Tablet Merges Multiple Mobile Features
17
Music Producer Playlist Apps
'Bsiders' Provides Weekly Curated Music Playlists by DJs
16
4K Conference Webcams
The Logitech BRIO 4K HDR Computer Webcam Offers Advanced Resolution
15
AR Forestry Apps
The 'Gruffalo Spotter' is a Family-Friendly App for Forestry Tourism
14
VR Flying Installations
The 'Hypersuit' Puts People in Position to Experience a VR Flight
13
Award-Nominated VR Films
Google's Virtual Reality 'Pearl' Video May Win an Academy Award
12
UHD Disc Drives
The Pioneer 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray PC Drive Enables HD Content Streaming
11
Digital Music Distribution Platforms
'NotaDist' is a New Platform for Independents and Labels
10
Kid-Friendly MRI Apps
'My MRI at King’s' Helps Removes the Fear of Undergoing an MRI Scan
9
Voice Assistant Speaker Systems
The 'Answer Master' Compact Wireless Speaker is Alexa-Enabled
8
Body-Tracking VR Vests
The BluAtomVR System Allows Users to Turn Their Body into a Game Controller
7
Adjustable Noise Cancellation Earbuds
Libratone Q Adapter Lightning Headphones are Customizable
6
TV Box Video Apps
Facebook is Reportedly Developing a Video for Television Set-Top Box Application
5
Podcast-Sharing Apps
This American Life's 'Shortcut' Helps to Share Audio Snippets with Others
4
VOC-Detecting Air Quality Monitors
The Acer Air Monitor Tracks Home Air Quality and More
3
Voice-Controlled Entertainment Channels
The SyFy Channel is Now Integrated with Amazon Alexa
2
Multilingual Smartphone Features
Intex's Aqua Supreme+ Helps Users Seamlessly Switch Languages
1
Visual Input Virtual Keyboards
The 'Punchkeyboard' Offers an Input Method for VR Users
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Cyberpunk-Inspired Earbuds
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Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
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Photorealistic Virtual Models
StudioAvatars are Customizable Avatars for Brand Marketing
Virtual Video Call Makeup
Microsoft Teams Video Calls Now Offer Maybelline Virtual Makeup
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
AR Runway Experiences
Vogue & Snap Created Custom Augmented Reality Experiences for Vogue World
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
Ultralight Wire-Free AR Glasses
The INMO Air2 Wireless AR Glasses Offers an Immersive Experience
Handheld K-Beauty Devices
APR Corp. is Bringing Advanced K-Beauty Tech to CES 2024
Gaming Console-Ready TVs
The Sony BRAVIA XR98X90L Features Google TV Integration and More
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Multi-Sensory VR Headsets
The 'ORDOVIC' VR Headset by John Han Lee Immerses Using Smells and More
3D Designer Headset Concepts
The A. EYE AR Glasses by Ho Hyun Rim Help Creative Professionals
AI-Generated Retrofuturistic Objects
Vadim Sadovski Uses Midjourney AI for This Series
Interactive Arcade Storefronts
JD & Snap London Created an AR Storefront for Christmas
Expressive AR Fashion
Innovation Metaverse Design Story is a Digital Collection from H&M
Metaverse-Ready Projectors
The Updated Samsung Freestyle Projector Debuted at CES 2023
Child-Focused Mixed Reality Headsets
The Conceptual 'Edi' Mixed Reality Headset is Safety-Focused
Mixed-Reality Outdoor Headsets
The Nothing Voyage (1) is a Headset Concept for the Outdoors
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Interactive AI Jewelry
Perfect Corp. & REZA Offer an Immersive Digital Try-On Experience
3D-Printed VR Headset Concepts
The '0²' VR Headset by RITE Maintains a Comfortable Construction
Spatial Audio Streaming Interfaces
The Apple Vision Pro Spotify UI by Kyuna Petrova is Immersive
Expressive Smart Home Displays
The 'Smart Pad' Concept by Kai Xia Has a Comical Personality
Phygital To-Do List Devices
The Conceptual 'PRESS' Task Device Helps Users Focus
Virtual Beauty Storefronts
The Clinique Lab is a Next-Gen Digital Retail Concept
Interactive Virtual Meeting Platforms
Microsoft Mesh is a Hybrid Working Platform in Virtual Space
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Dedicated Social Media Devices
The Conceptual Twitter 3D Gadget Features Mechanical Buttons
Advanced Video Call Prototypes
Logitech Unveils 'Pepper's Ghost' Booths for Immersive Video Calls
Interactive VR Styling Apps
'J.Crew' Launched a Closet Management and Shopping App for Vision Pro
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Virtual Beauty Brand Ambassadors
Nars Cosmetics Unveiled a Trio of Meta-humans—the Power Players
Connected Lamp-Style Projectors
The 'Light House' Projector Concept by Gyung Min Lee is Immersive
AI-Enabled Smart Glasses Demonstrations
Vuzix® Will Lead Interactive Demonstrations at CES 2024
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Immersive Gaming TVs
This TV Offers Heightened Visuals, Enhanced Audio & Rapid Connectivity
Revamped Premium Quality Projectors
Samsung's New Freestyle Projector is Available for Pre-Order
NFT Fashion Runways
Vivienne Tam AW23 Fused Physical & Digital Elements
Fully Transparent OLED Screens
Veeo Announced Three New OLED Displays at CES 2024
Salon Hairstyle Try-ons
Perfect Corp. Created Virtual Try-On Technology for Hairstyles
Metaverse Stimulation Experiences
GMetriXR is an All-in-One Metaverse Platform for Elderly People
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
Gamer-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Dove Launched Real Virtual Beauty to Dismantle Gaming Stereotypes
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
NFC-Enabled Face Stickers
Shu Uemura's Limited-Edition Stickers Create Digital Content
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
Weather-Triggered 3D Ads
Volta Media Launches Interactive 3D OOH Ad Options for Marketers
Augmented Reality Stores
Zero10 is Debuting Its AR Store Prototype at Viva Technology in Paris
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Immersive 3D Imagery Tablets
The Lume Pad 2 Has an AI-Powered Design for Exceptional Capabilities
Optical MicroLED AR Glasses
TCL Unveils the New RayNeo X2 Glasses During CES 2023
Historic Fashion Try-Ons
The Design Museum's London Fashion Exhibition Integrates AR Mirrors
Mental-Health Smart Mirror Concepts
The Mio Smart Mirror Encourages Self-Motivation
Digital Content-Connected Aromatics
Aromajoin Unveils the New Aroma Shooter During CES 2023
Physical World-Blending VR Headsets
The Oculus VR Founder's Latest Headset Connects to the Brain
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Wearable PC Keyboard Controllers
The Grab Shell is a New Multifunctional Handheld Keyboard Design
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Accessible Comfort-Focused VR Headsets
The Meta Quest 3 VR Headset is Compact and Slim
Metaverse Beauty Looks
L’Oréal Revealed Its First Virtual Beauty Styles for Web3
Augmented Reality Projection Laptops
Sightful Presents Spacetop, a Screenless Projecting Laptop
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
Inclusive Social VR Programs
Meta Invested in a Social VR Research Team Alongside Universities
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Trendio's Video Shopping App Shares Personally Curated Content
Immersive Scent-Based Devices
Aromajoin Unveiled Two Immersive Scent Devices for VR Gaming
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Virtual Try-On Mirrors
Hugo Boss Launches New VR Try-On Tool, the 'PictoFit Mirror'
Spatial Video Communication Devices
Wehead, Shown at CES 2023, Lets Users Look Around Remotely
Interactive Activewear Metaverses
Alo Yoga Launches a Virtual Reality Shopping Experience
Enhanced Music Display Headsets
Olga Orel Designs the FUTUREAHEAD Headset with a Display
Metaverse-Enabled Cruise Ships
Celebrity Cruises Launches the First Digital Cruise Ship Experience
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Spatial Content Creation Systems
Sony Corporation Boasts an Xr Head-mounted Display & Controllers
Communication-Based Immersive Exhibitions
Intuit Mailchimp and Design Museum Present Email is Dead
Content-Creation Touchscreen Tablets
ZTE's 'Nubia Pad 3D' Enables 3D Recording and Viewing
Modernized-Retro Projectors
The Conceptual 'muTurn' Projector Balances New and Retro Styles
Emoting-Grille Car Concepts
BMW's I Vision Dee Concept Creates a Digitalized Driving Experience
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Transparent TV-Speaker Hybrids
The LG DukeBox is Coming to CES 2024
AI-Powered Employee Training Services
VirtualSpeech Blends Generative AI with VR for Training
Record-Breaking AR Mirrors
Maybelline New York & FFFACE.ME Debuted a Large Interactive Experience
AR-Powered Furniture Lenses
Google Search Now Supports AR-Based Ikea Furniture Try Outs
Wooden Retro-Style VR Headsets
The Stereoscopic Display System is Powered by a Raspberry Pi
Wireless High-Resolution Headsets
Xiaomi Launches AR Glasses to Compete with Apple's AR Headset
Metaverse Technology Softwares
MeetKai Debuts an Array of New Technologies at CES 2023
Luxury Avatar Outfits
Valentino Created Digital Fashion Looks for Meta Avatars
Democratic Digital Artwork Apps
The 'ArtzMe' App Makes Art Accessible to Everyone
Inclusive Smartphone Control Devices
The 'Matrix5' Assistive Key Device by Aerum Gu is Tactile
2D-to-3D Jewelry Try-Ons
Perfect Corp.'s Newest Virtual Try-On Technology Empowers Jewelry Brands
Try-On E-Commerce Solutions
Zero10 Launches the New AI-Enabled Try-On Tools for E-Commerce
Enterprise-Ready VR Headsets
The Lenovo ThinkReality VRX Supports Business Applications
Virtual Reality Treatment Experiences
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Strum Unveils the Pause Experience
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
AR Coronation Crowns
Sky News' Augmented Reality Experience Replicates the British Crown Jewels
Controller-Inspired Projector Concepts
The 'Minimax' Handheld Interactive Projector is Open Source
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Immersive Digital Experiences
Kraft and Nexus Studios Join on the Immersive Mayoverse
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Spa-Like AR Filters
Garnier's Vitaverse Immerses Beauty Lovers in a Serene Spa Setting
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Centralized Webcam Display Models
The Veeo T35 OLED Display Enables Eye-to-Eye Video Calls
European Metaverse Initiatives
The European Commission Launched a Dedicated VR/AR Department
3D VR Video Calls
Canon's Kokomo Platform Allows Uses to Chat Face-to-Face in the Metaverse
Virtual Reality Gaming Consoles
Sony Introduces its New Playstation VR 2 with a Headset
Digital Luxury Apparel
Meta and Valentino Have Partnered to Launch a Line of Digital Clothing
Multi-Position Smartphone Controllers
The 'Telegun' Smartphone Controller Works in Two Modes
AR Apartment Platforms
3D Apartment Lets Home Hunters Virtually View Their Furniture in a New Home
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Motion Tracking Digital Systems
Sony Breaches the Metaverse with the New Mocopi System
Membrane-Equipped VR Gloves
Japan-Based Diver-X Launches a New Kickstarter for VR Haptic Gloves
Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions
'Future Shock' by 180 Studios and FACT Magazine is Online
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
VR-Based Sensory Exhibits
xydrobe and Dr. Barbara Sturm Launch a New Virtual Reality Experience
Smart Hub Tablets
The Google Pixel Tablet Doubles as a Smart Display When Not in Use
Digital Production Displays
Samsung The Wall for Virtual Production Has a Modular Form
Sports Event Virtual-Reality Apps
Meta Quest Launches Xtaduym with the Help of VBVR Tech
Immersive Movie Experiences
Canon Shared a Unique Experience of Knock at the Cabin CES 2023
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices
Nik Reitmann Designs a DIY Streaming Audio Player
Metaverse Entertainment Systems
Pimax Unveiled the 'Portal' All-in-One Gaming Console
Virtual Mixed-Reality Headsets
Canon Unveils the New MREAL X1 Headset During CES 2023
Sports-Focused VR Headsets
The 'JioDive' Headset Allows Users to Experience Cricket Games in VR
AR-Based Video Games
Graffity, Qualcomm, and Nreal Launch Two New Augmented Reality Games
Classes-Free AI-Powered Tablets
The Pad 3D II by Nubia is Showcased at MWC This Year
Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES
Software-Defined Interior Experiences
Marelli's Showcase at CES 2024 Builds on Its Digital Cockpit
App-Facilitated VR Integrations
WhatsApp's New Update Includes VR Integration with Meta Headsets
Compact Featherlight VR Headsets
The Bigscreen Beyond Headset Has 5K OLED Microdisplays
Inclusive Custom Avatar Enhancements
Meta's Quest Avatars Get a Slew of More Inclusive Detail
Multiview Streaming Platform Services
YouTube TV Adds New Multi-Viewing Features for March Madness
Interactive Presentation Polls
MeetMoji Uses AI to Create Engaging and Interactive Meetings