These November 2016 multimedia trends range from 360-degree smartphone cameras to VR cartoon experiences like a recent partnership between Google and The Simpsons. The collaboration resulted in a VR couch gag and celebrated the television franchise's 600th episode.
When examining similar VR innovations, the month's other standouts range from VR basketball broadcasts to terrifying truck PSAs that encourage truck driver safety training with a Halloween-themed campaign.
Other November 2016 multimedia innovations to take note off include intuitive speaker systems that can be programmed to recognize a user's taste in music along with holographic chat apps that are changing the digital communication landscape.
Additionally, examples like rotating 3D photo booths ensure that important moments and special events are captured in a way that is more immersive than ever before.
Top 70 Multimedia Trends in November
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360-Degree Recording Glasses
'ORBI Prime' Lets Its Wearer Record HD 360-Degree Videos
69
Laser-Based Holographic Displays
The 'Holovect' Holographic Vector Display Draws in the Air
68
Handheld Android Projectors
'ODIN2' Mini Projectors Enable Multimedia Projection and Video Calls
67
Affordable Virtual Reality Systems
The Xiaomi Mi VR Headset is Priced at Just $29
66
Wooden Omnidirectional Speakers
The 'Hype' Hi Fi Speaker is Crafted from Fine Fabric and Raw Wood
65
Photo-Realistic 3D Avatars
Metapixel's Image Capturing System Creates Incredibly Lifelike Avatars
64
Holographic Chat Apps
HoloBeam Uses Microsoft's HoloLens to Beam Holographic Projections of People
63
Palliative Pharmacy Apps
Apotek Hjartat's 'Happy Place' is a VR Experience to Help Mitigate Pain
62
360-Degree Smartphone Cameras
The 'LyfieEye' 360-Degree Smartphone External Camera is Easy to Use
61
Nightmarish Image Generators
MIT's 'Nightmare Machine' Creates Scary Images Using AI
60
Immersive TV Speakers
The Onkyo LS7200 Sound Bar Speaker Adds Audio Depth without Heft
59
Rotating 3D Photo Booths
Google Cloud Spin is a Photo Booth That Captures Images from 180-Degrees
58
Untethered VR Gaming Headsets
The MVR Ascend Wireless VR Headset Works with Game Consoles and PCs
57
Cartoon Sitcom VR Experiences
Google and 'The Simpsons' Have Partnered to Release a VR Couch Gag
56
Sleek Set-Top Boxes
The I/O Set-Top Box Breaks the Mold of Boring Black Electronic Casings
55
Light Socket Projectors
The 'Beam' Light Projectors Can be Installed in a Light Fixture
54
Music-Isolating Headphones
The iLive Noise-Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones Ensure Sound Isolation
53
American-Made Sound Systems
The Detroit Audio Lab Speakers are Handcrafted in Michigan
52
Music-Enhancing Portable Speakers
The Mifa M9 Stereo Speaker Dynamically Adjusts Audio
51
Compact Portable Projectors
The 'Layer' Projector Packs Everything into One Minuscule Box
50
Virtual Reality Music Venues
VR Events Now Extend Further With Opportunities in Live Music
49
Super-Sized Smart TVs
The LeEco uMax85 4K Television is Staggering in Size and Performance
48
Crystal-Clear OLED TVs
The Panasonic OLED Transparent TV Disappears When Not in Use
47
Virtual Reality Action Cams
The 'Vyu360' 4K Ultra HD Camera Captures Immersive Adventure Footage
46
Escapist VR Games
'I Expect You To Die' is a New PlayStation VR Game for Cunning Gamers
45
Luxury Auto-Inspired Speakers
These All-In-One Speakers Bring Car-Like Surround Sound To Your Home
44
VR Basketball Game Streams
NextVR and the NBA Have Partnered to Offer Live VR Streams of Games
43
Magical Franchise VR Games
A Harry Potter Game Will be One of the First Offerings on Daydream
42
Multiplayer VR Consoles
The Modal VR Can Simultaneously Process Ten Players' Gestures and Actions
41
VR-Ready Computer Sets
The HTC Vive Ready HP Computer Bundle Packs Everything for VR
40
Graphics-Upgrading Peripherals
The PowerColor 'DEVIL BOX' External Graphics System is Powerful
39
Frightful VR Coasters
The New Rage of the Gargoyles VR Coaster is Designed to Terrify Riders
38
Customizable Aluminum Earphones
The 'GameON' Bass Headphones from Atari by ROAM are Versatile
37
User-Sensing Speakers
The 'EVOKE' Mobile Speaker Reacts When a Hand is Nearby
36
Flaw-Analyzing Mirrors
The Panasonic Smart Mirror Identifies Skin Flaws and Prints Makeup
35
Wireless-Enabling Headphone Adapters
The 'AirMode' Wireless Switch Transforms Wired Headphones
34
Surfer Ear Protectors
The 'SurfEars' Ear Plugs Prevent Problems without Restricting Hearing
33
VR Apartment Viewings
Companies in Singapore are Offering Virtual Tours to Prospective Buyers
32
Controller-Accommodating Speakers
This Home Speaker System Features a Dock for the Remote Control
31
Rewarding Livestreaming Apps
The Busker App Helps Multimedia Creators Maximize Their Earnings
30
Inexpensive eCommerce Music Plans
The Amazon Music Unlimited Streaming Plan Starts at $4 a Month
29
Musical LED Illuminators
The 'WySky' Speaker Lamp Provides Chromatic Lighting and Music
28
Rewarding Mexican Restaurant Apps
The TJ Rewards App Helps Taco John's Customers Earn Free Food
27
Hybrid Headphone Speaker Systems
The Boomphones 'RE-UP' Headphones and Case are a Perfect Couple
26
Advanced Cubic Sound Systems
The Aerix Duet Music Systems are Packed with 360-Degree Technology
25
Real-Time Video Translators
Skype's Live Translations Aim to Break Down Language Barriers
24
Polished 3D-Printing Techniques
Printoptical's Printing Technology Requires No Post-Processing
23
Governmental GIF Archives
The National Archives and Records Administration is Collecting GIFs
22
Collage-Creation Apps
This VR Camera App Lets You Create Psychedelic Collage Art
21
Collaborative Social Video Apps
'Lifeslice' Enables Collaborative Video Creation Between Friends
20
VR Eye-Tracking Systems
Google's Eyefluence Will Let Users Control VR with Their Eyes
19
Music Taste-Learning Speakers
The Hurricane DJ System Packs AI to Learn Your Music Preferences
18
Multimedia Communication Hubs
The 'Loop' Multimedia Device Makes Video Calls and More
17
Terrifying Truck Driver PSAs
The Zombie Dispatch Halloween Game Promotes Truck Driver Training
16
Simulated Social Experiences
Facebook is Developing a "Social Reality" Complete with VR Emojis
15
Durable Tangle-Free Headphones
These Wired Earbuds are Made Tough for Android and iOS Devices
14
Dark Superhero VR Experience
'Batman: Arkham VR' Lets Consumers Play as Batman in First Person
13
All-in-One Multimedia Streamers
The Naim Uniti Wireless Hub and Streamer Packs it All
12
Dynamic Image Projections
Ishikawa Watanabe Lab's DynaFlash Projects Images onto Moving Objects
11
VR Everest Summits
'Capturing Everest' Shows an Everest Climb in Virtual Reality
10
Digital Graffiti Sculptures
This Holographic Type Sculpture Comes to Life with Microsoft HoloLens
9
Eye-Tracking PC Peripherals
The Tobii Eye Tracker 4C Enhances Gameplay with Tracking Capabilities
8
Physically Pixelated Displays
The JOLED Display Uses Tactile Spheres That Can Rotate Separately
7
Professional Live Streaming Apps
Periscope Producer Lets Users Live Stream with Pro Equipment
6
Professional-Grade PC Monitors
The Eizo ColorEdge CG2730 and CS2730 27-Inch Monitors are Powerful
5
VR-Focused Earphones
Oculus' New VR Earphones are Designed For the Oculus Rift
4
3D-Modeled Historic Cities
Researchers at Lund University Have Created a Model of Old Pompeii
3
Multi-Device Livestreaming Apps
The Eastlink Stream Lets Canadians Watch Shows On Phones & Laptops
2
Streamlined Second Screen Platforms
Soundlly Lets Smartphones Augment Televi
1
Lightweight Music-Recognition Apps
The Shazam Lite App Uses Less Data and Storage Space
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Nostalgic Colorful Flip Phones
HMD Global Introduces its New Nostalgic 2660 Flip Phone
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Cinema-Scale AR Smart Glasses
The Xynavo Lightweight AR Glasses Offer a 70-Degree Field of View
Robotic Companion Smartphone Models
The HONOR ROBOT PHONE Has a Rotating Camera on a Gimbal
Modernized Portable Music Devices
The Conceptual TL-1 Music Player by Hunny Modi is Nostalgic
Human-Centric Display innovations
Hisense is "Innovating A Brighter Life" at CES 2026
Video-Editing App Updates
Google Photos Launches a Slew of New Video Editing Tools
Small-Space VR Platforms
Snack VR Operates in Just Five Square Meters
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
All-In-One AR Glasses
INMO Technology Introduces the High-Performance INMO Air 3
Coordinated Smart Wearable Ecosystems
MOVA Debuts the Smart Ring H1 and Smart Glasses S1
Gemini Smart Glasses
Google Debuts AI Glasses With Audio And In Lens Displays
Collaborative Smart Glasses
Essilorluxottica and Meta Debut Second-Generation Collection
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Art-Display Smart TVs
Amazon Turns Televisions into Gallery-Style Digital Canvases
Night Vision Camera Smartphones
The FOSSIBOT F113 Has an Infrared Camera Lens
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
Broadcast TV Cellphones
The Lava and HMD Phones Offer Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Streaming
Immersive Recovery Therapies
NeuroAnimation Technology Promotes Motor Recovery & Brain Health
Three-in-One Smartphone Vlogging Devices
The 'MagMirror' Puts a Screen on the Rear of a Smartphone
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Off-Grid Projection Smartphones
The 8849 Tank X Has a Built-in 1080p Projector
Gen-Z-Targeted Phone Spots
Samsung Spotlights the Galaxy S25 Ultra in its 'Recipe Ideas' Ad
Enhanced AI Portable Screens
Samsung Debuts an Updated Version of Its Portable Projection Device
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
VTuber-Centric Tech Collaborations
hololive and RHINOSHIELD Unveil Summer-Inspired VTuber Products
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
Interchangeable Lens Smartphones
The Realme Interchangeable Lens Concept is Advanced
Mixed Reality Headset Prototypes
Play for Dream Technology Presents Its Play for Dream MR Headset
Video Projector Camera Toys
The Photo Creator Video Projector Camera Captures Quality Content
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Compact AR Glasses
Spectacles Gen 5 Offers Shared AR Experiences with Snap OS Integration
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Children-Focused Tech Lines
MyFirst Specializes in Technology Products for Children
High-Tech Phone Cases
TORRAS Calls Attention to Phone Case 3.0 — "The Era of Creation"
Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns
Canva Spotlights its Creative Tools Ahead of Halloween
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Interactive Digital QSR Experiences
McDonald's Launches 'McDonaldland VR'
Personalized Gaming Experiences
Roblox Introduced 'Roblox Moments' for Capturing In-Game Content
Hybrid Camera Headphones
The MusicCam Concept Blends Bone-Conduction Audio with Built-In 2k Video
Branded Holographic Spectacles
Infinix Introduces the NOTE Edge with the Ten-Dimensional Reveal
Modular Photography Smartphone Concepts
The Xiaomi Modular Optical System Has a Detachable Lens
Immersive Superhero Attractions
Warner Bros. Gamifies Superman Storytelling with Gameplay
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
Graphics AR Smart Glasses
Rayneo AR Glasses Feature Batman Content on 3D-Ready Lenses
Virtual Clothing Tools
Virtual Try On Generates Realistic Clothing Images For Marketing And Social
Durable Pro-Inspired Smartphones
The iPhone 17 Has the Center Stage Front Camera and More
Consumer Holographic Photo Frames
Looking Glass Musubi Frame Launches on Kickstarter
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories
The Nintendo Classics Virtual Boy Revives a 90s Console
Battery-Powered Smart TVs
The Samsung Movingstyle Has AI Image Optimization and More
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Pop-Up Reality TV Bars
Samsung Electronics' Verkligheten is a Destination for Reality TV Fans
AI-Enabled Photo App Updates
Google Photos Brings Artificial Intelligence to the Application
Dynamic Art Displays
Mirage Transforms Personal Photos Into AI-Generated Artistic Scenes
AI-Powered Social Media Lenses
Snap Announced AI Video Lenses for Snapchat Platinum Subscribers
Collaborative Bold Pocket Cameras
HUF and TOMBOGO Debut a Neon-Green Creative Camera Collaboration
AI Speakerphone Designs
Insta360 Introduces an AI Speaker That Takes Meeting Notes Automatically
Emotional Mothers Day Ads
Apple's Mother’s Day Campaign Showcases Spatial Video's Emotional Power
Trigger Button Gamer Smartphones
The Infinix GT 30 Showcases the Cyber Mecha Design
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
Swiss-Engineered Virtual Presentation Systems
The ShowCase Caters to the Needs of Luxury Brands
Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications
Leia Inc. Recently Released the Immersity App
Second-Screen Movie Experiences
Meta's Movie Mate Technology Engages Film Viewers
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Travel Story Visuals
Travel Wrapped Turns Your Annual Journeys Into Shareable Infographics
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Short-Form Video Previews
Vertical Feeds Help Members Discover Content on Netflix
Digital Makeup Meeting Features
The Google Meet Makeup Feature Helps a User Get Camera-Ready
Vehicle Intelligence-Focused Cameras
AKEEYO Spotlights Its AKY-NV-X2 and AKY-730 Pro at CES 2026
Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts
IMMERSION VR Concert Film Brings Fans Virtually on Stage
Video-First Food Ordering Experiences
CookUnity Acquired flavrs to Enhance Its Meal Service
Enhanced In-Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Toyota Audio Multimedia Boasts 5G Connectivity
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
AI-Advanced 3D Product Tours
Kaon Interactive Introduces Kaon Demo360+TM
Teen-Targeted Smartphone Models
The HMD X1 Offers Great Features with Parental Controls in Focus
Audio Experience-Integrated Beverage Packaging
TapTunes, Inc. Has Introduced Virtual Wax
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
AI-Created Video Feeds
Meta Introduces Vibes as a Social Platform Driven by AI-Generated Posts
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
3D Holographic Game Experiences
VividQ Launched a New Modern Warfare 2 3D Experience
Interactive Timeline Visuals
Modern NeoGlass Timeline UI Enhances Presentations With Neon Glass
Immersive Store Screens
Hays Travel Introduces Immersive Technology to Transform Holiday Planning
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
Horror-Themed VR Worlds
Blumhouse is Creating the 'Horrorverse' for Meta Quest 3
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
Digital Accessibility-Focused Media Labs
Infinum Launches the Groundbreaking Empathy Lab Campaign
Cinematic Memory Makers
Transform Your 2024 Memories Into A Cinematic Story With YearReflect
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
Visual Journey Mapping
Travel Map Video Turns Routes Into Shareable Animated Stories
Gemini-Powered Ask Buttons
YouTube Introduced an 'Ask' Button for its Smart TV App
Family-Focused Smart TV Features
The Samsung AI TV Will Display Your Favorite Memories Via Google
Comprehensive Smart Living Visions
MOVA Debuts 'Infinite Smart Universe' Concept at AWE 2026
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
Collectible Mini Cameras
The Photo Creator Mini Cam Lets Kids Snap Photos Without a Phone
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
Ramadan-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Delivers 'Innovation That Brings Us Together This Ramadan'
Industry-Advancing AI-Powered Innovation Tools
3M is Presenting a Suite of Tech Advancements
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
Premium High-Definition Tvs
Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup in 2026
Frill-Free Cellphone Ranges
These HMD Cellphones Come in Three Models
Accessible Technology Showcases
Sony Electronics Spotlights Accessibility-Focused Innovations
AI-Powered AR Smart Glasses
Snap Specs AR Glasses Add Spatial AI And Gaming
AI 3D Conversion Tools
Sony Uses AI to Turn 2D Visuals into 3D
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Ad Creation Platforms
Magritte Helps Marketers Discover, Design, and Launch Ads Quickly
Instant 3D Captures
Oneshot Turns One Photo Into a Shareable, Editable 3D Model
Spatial Utility Tools
Boost Productivity With Mixed Reality Tools Using Widgets App
Personalized Media Creation
TuneStory Creates Custom Songs & Videos For Meaningful, Personal Gifts
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
AI Travel Planners
Travania Converts Videos And Images Into Complete Travel Itineraries
Modular Drive-Thru Displays
Creative Realities Debuts Flexible Digital Drive-Thru Platform
Layered Online Content Reports
YouTube Defines Creative Maximalism as the Key Point After 20 Years
Custom Kid Storybooks
Storyhero Turns Your Child Into The Hero Of Their Own Story
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Gender Gap-Addressing Basketball Initiatives
Shoot 360 Hosted HER Month in March
Global Audio Accesses
Explore Global Audio Streams Effortlessly With Podcast and Radio Reader
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
Visual Enhancement Tools
VibrantSnap Instantly Create Stunning, Cinematic Screenshots
Voice Journal Assistants
Voistory Turns Spoken Reflections Into Summarized Digital Journals
Personal Audio News
Hypermedia Play News Delivers Tailored, Instant Audio News Stream
Elderly-Catered Journal Concepts
The Dual-Screen Journal Concept Captures Important Memories