In the September 2020 mobile trends, you'll find new apps, hardware, smart accessories, and a number of new mobile-first experiences that were created to help consumers settle in to the "new normal" that comes as a result of the COVID-19 safety measures that are expected to remain in place for some time to come.
To increase engagement among younger makeup lovers, e.l.f. Cosmetics created a short-form reality show series that will be featured exclusively on TikTok. Called 'Eyes,' the show will feature three different creators, who will hone their makeup skills with the help of influencers Avani Gregg, Madi Monroe and Seth O’Brien.
Another interactive experience comes from Gucci, with the luxury brand launching a retro mobile arcade game to promote its 'Bloom' fragrance. In the game, players will explore a garden and open up flowers using magic, while acting as a character that's featured in the brand's advertising campaign.
Top 60 Mobile Trends in September
From In-App Live Concerts to Mobile-First Restaurant Concepts:
Riley von Niessen — Sep 26, 2020 — Tech
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All-in-One Smartphone Power Banks
The Conceptual 'PEEL' Charger Has a Built-in Cord and More
59
Mobile-First Restaurant Concepts
Taco Bell Go Mobile Focuses on Smart Tech & Dual Drive-Thru Lanes
58
Supplemental Smartphone Screen Mounts
The Iootmoy Magnetic Phone Mount is for Laptops and Monitors
57
Smartphone-Mounted Earbuds
The scendo 'Snapods' Attach Easily onto the Rear of a Device
56
Retractable Anti-Drop Smartphone Cases
The Root Co iPhone Case Keeps a Device within Reach
55
Flatpack Smartphone Stand Cases
The CLCKR Case Has a Multifunctional Design
54
Digital Halloween Platforms
TREAT TOWN is an App-Based Experience for Virtual Trick-or-Treating
53
Luxury Social Media Campaigns
Gucci is One of the First to Use Snapchat's Shoppable AR Option
52
Modular Console Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Morphox' Controller Has an Ergonomic Design
51
AI-Integrated Toothbrush Launches
Colgate Created a Smart Toothbrush with an Accompanying App
50
Recycled Plastic Smartphone Protectors
The Google Pixel 4a Fabric Case Has 70% Recycled Components
49
Meditative Technology Chargers
The Conceptual 'HYUU' Wireless Smartphone Charger is Relaxing
48
International Traveler Technology Chargers
The 'Alien' 65W GaN Global Charger is Ultra-Compact
47
Efficient Quad-Device Chargers
The Chargeasap Omega Charger Powers Up Virtually Any Device
46
AI Ring-Buying Apps
Engage Shares a New Way to Discover and Shop Wedding & Engagement Rings
45
Business-Focused Power Banks
The Zendure 'SuperTank' Power Bank Offers 100W of Power Delivery
44
Televised Interactive Festivals
This Year, V Festival is Being Reimagined as a Broadcast TV Show
43
Short-Form Reality Shows
e.l.f. Cosmetics is Introducing the First-Ever TikTok Reality Show
42
Traceable Coffee Tools
The Starbucks Digital Traceability Tool Revisits the Bean-to-Cup Journey
41
In-App Live Concerts
The Weeknd is Hosting a First-of-Its-King Live Concert on TikTok
40
Fragrance-Inspired Arcade Games
Gucci Bloom is a Game from Gucci Devoted to Fragrance
39
Dual-Layer Protection Smartphone Cases
The Incipio DualPro Case Protects the Samsung Galaxy Note20
38
Recycled Material Phablets
The Fairphone 3+ is Made with 37% Recycled Plastics
37
AI Puzzle-Solving Apps
The Rubik's Official Cube App Uses AI to Solve the Puzzle Cube
36
Comprehensive Grocery Store Apps
The new Heinen's Grocery eCommerce Site was Built by Instacart
35
Carbon-Offsetting Apps
Klima Helps Users Offset and Reduce Their Carbon Footprint
34
Video Shopping Apps
The LIKEtoKNOW.it. App Now Includes LTK Shopping Video
33
Wedding Registry Platforms
The Knot Launched a New Wedding Registry Store with Accompanying App
32
Power User 5G Smartphones
The New Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra Smartphone is Speedy
31
Digital Collectible Marketplaces
Blockparty's Marketplace Lets Users Trade & Sell Digital Assets
30
Digital Personal Training Platforms
The ClassPass Fitness Platform is Adding Personal Training
29
Rugged Automotive Brand Smartphones
The Land Rover Explore R Phone Has an IP96 Rating and More
28
Alcohol Delivery Service Launches
Flipkart Will Collaborate with Diageo to Deliver Alcohol
27
Limited-Edition Artistry Smartphones
The OPPO Reno4 Pro Artist Limited Edition is Powerful
26
Digital Ring Try-Ons
James Allan Created a Virtual Ring Try-On Feature to Preview Products
25
Quad-Lens Photography Smartphones
The Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra Offers Unparalleled Camera Capabilities
24
Unlimited Micromobility Subscriptions
Lyft is Testing Unlimited Citi Bike Access for Subscribers
23
Gamified Action Sports Apps
The HomeCourt App Brings Action Sports to Your Home with AI
22
Third-Party Ticketing Apps
Movie Tickets By Atom is a Snap Mini Experience Within Snapchat
21
Employee Voice Assistants
Walmart's Ask Sam Lets Employees Look Up Prices, Find Products & More
20
Digital Storefront Launches
DoorDash Launched the DashMart Delivery Service in Eight Cities
19
Speedy Grocery Delivery Services
DoorDash is Now Offering On-Demand Grocery Delivery
18
Anti-Deepfake Social Media Platforms
TikTok is Banning Deepfake Content on the Social Platform
17
Micro-Investment Platform Launches
Grab's Financial Arm Created New Personal Finance Features
16
Mobile-First Beauty Communities
Cherie's Platform Shares Personalized Content, Reviews & More
15
Phone Positivity Campaigns
Billie Eilish x Telekom Highlights Gen Z as Change-Makers
14
Green Screen Animation Toys
KlikBots are Posable Heroes & Villains for Creating Stop-Motion Films
13
Podcast Analytics Apps
Deezer Recently Launched a Dedicated Analytics App for Podcast Creators
12
Contact-Free Gas Payments
ExxonMobil and Waze Have Teamed Up for Contactless Fuel Payments
11
AI-Powered Accessibility Apps
Google's Lookout App Can Scan Documents and Food Labels for Users
10
Couples-Friendly Finance Events
Financially Ever After Helps Couples Talk About Money
9
Railroad Notification Safety Features
Waze is Adding a Railroad Alerts to All Users World Wide
8
Math-Answering Picture Filters
Google Lens is Creating a Math Filter Using Socratic's Technology
7
Low-Cost Telecom Smartphone Ranges
The New T-Mobile REVVL Smartphones Includes Three Models
6
Secure Messaging Request Features
The Signal App Added New Features for Message Requests
5
Mobile Earthquake Detection Networks
Google Uses Smartphones for an Earthquake Detection System
4
Locational Capacity-Managing Apps
W8LST Notifies Customers When Stores are Safe to Enter
3
Updated Retail Rewards Programs
The Michaels App Now Has an Expanded Rewards Program
2
Streaming Service Sharing Apps
'Notopass' Lets Users Share Login Info Discreetly
1
Well-Equipped Midrange Smartphones
The Google Pixel 4a Has a Snapdragon 730G Processor
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Color-Shifting Smart Press-Ons
iPolish Smart Nails Change Hue with App Control & Touch Interaction
Immersive Multi-Brand Beauty Pop-Ups
Sephora Partners with Amorepacific for 'Seoul in the City'
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Pink-Hued Industrial Smartphones
The Nothing Phone 4a Showcases a Softer Shade and Function
Luxe Designer Beauty Activations
YSL Launched an Entertainment-Themed Light Club 2.0 Concept
Gen X Beauty Campaigns
Bluemercury's Up Next Campaign Celebrates Women 40+
Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Video-Editing App Updates
Google Photos Launches a Slew of New Video Editing Tools
Next-Gen K-Beauty Pop-Ups
MUSKAT Hosted a Five Day Immersive Experience in L.A.
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
In-Stream Shoppable Experiences
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launched a Live-Shopping Element on Twitch
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Amorepacific Introduces a ChatGPT-Based Shopping App
AR-Powered Makeup Experiences
NYX Professional Makeup Beauty Bestie 2.0 is Available on Snapchat
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
L’Oréal Paris Spotlights its Trending Must-Haves
Photographer-Inspired Photo Apps
The Leica LUX App is Launching the Artist Looks Filter Effects
Inclusive Beauty Games
e.l.f Beauty's Glow Up! Experience Celebrates Self-Expression & Diversity
Cushion Compact Revivals
TirTir Launches the 'Mask Fit Red Cushion'
Pet-Powered Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Animal Intelligence Redefines "AI"
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Gamified Beauty Pop-Ups
The Players' Lounge Pop-Up by NARS Spotlights Complexion Products
Gamified Shade-Matching Activations
Rare Beauty and Sephora Launched the True to Myself Match Up
Digital Avatar Makeup
Roblox Expands into Digital Avatar Makeup with Customizable Cosmetics
Phone-Free Crafting Experiences
Pinterest Brought a Phone-Free Experience to the Desert
Creator-Led Style Collabs
MAC Cosmetics and Depop are Reintroducing Gen Z Shoppers to Lipstick
Personalized Entertainment Discovery Apps
Jim Lidestri's MoxieJam Focuses on Music, Movies & TV
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Spatial Computing Beauty Apps
The Laura Mercier App for Apple Vision Pro is Immersive
Perfect Match Pop-Ups
The NYX x Tinder Wonder Date Lounge Converges Dating & Beauty
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Community-First Beauty Hubs
The Immersive Club MAC Retail Concept Features Experiential Zones
K-Beauty Pop-Ups
Amorepacific and Sephora's Multi-Brand Launches in New York
Interactive AR Storefronts
Spotselfie AR Meta Stores Tie Real-World Places to Virtual Storefronts
Telenovela-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Big Game Ad Airs Ahead of Halftime
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Minimalist Co-Branded Mobile Devices
Heineken and Bodega Introduced the Boring Phone
Data-Driven Everyday Health Apps
The 'Bloom' Health App Offers Insights Based on Health Data
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Nostalgia-Driven Makeup Launches
The Huda Beauty Strawberry Latte Collection is Y2K-Inspired
Sensorial Beauty Pop-Ups
The Pinterest x NYX Gimme Gummy Bar Entices Gen Z with ASMR & More
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Data-Driven Digital Experiences
Samsung Unveiled a Color-Changing Installation in London
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Pressed Powder Phone Grips
Huda Beauty Made an In-Demand Tech Accessory to Promote a New Product
Connection-Centered Bag Campaigns
Kate Spade's Spark Something Beautiful Stars Gen Z Icons
Beautifying Pre-Concert Pop-Ups
Tequila Rose's Break in Case of Glam-ergency Refreshed Music Fans
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
All-In-One Mobile Platforms
TPT Global Tech Has Unveiled VüMe Live, the First Super App in the US
Fashion Gaming App Collabs
Drest x Jimmy Choo Let Gamers Style Paris-Themed Wardrobe Icons
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Virtual Beauty School Experiences
NYX is Taking Over Roblox's Bayside High School
Social Mobile Phone Plans
Heineken's HeiMobile Offers Rewarding Real-World Experiences
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Cosmetics-Focused Mobile Retail Apps
Clarins and Merkle Collaborate on a Mobile Application
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Beauty Store-Created Docuseries
‘Faces of Music’ Celebrates the Artistry of Beauty and Music
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Telenovela-Inspired Makeup Campaigns
The 'Descubre e.l.f.ecto' Campaign is Launching in Mexico
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Hybrid E-Paper Display Smartphones
The TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra Maximizes Eye Comfort
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
Durable Pro-Inspired Smartphones
The iPhone 17 Has the Center Stage Front Camera and More
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
AI-Powered Adventure Apps
The 'Globe Chaser' App Features Geocaching-Inspired Tours
Makeup Vending Machines
Irá Booth Offers On-the-Go Makeup with Style and Technology
Multi-Year Esports Smartphone Deals
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Unveils a Partnership with Infinix
Flea-Market-Inspired Brand Experiences
CASEKOO Hosted a DIY Experience in Beijing
Interactive Shopping Streams
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches Innovative Partnership with Amazon Ads
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
Membership-Based Beauty Apps
Beauty Pie Launched an Exclusive App for its Members on Pi Day
Beauty Shopper Transports
Sephora & Lyft Media's Delivered to Beauty Sent Shoppers to Stores
Summery Lip Balm Activations
e.l.f. Cosmetics Spotlights Its Melting Lip Balm at Coachella
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Empowering Fashion Campaigns
Coach's Spring 2025 Campaign Celebrates Personal Time Management
Harmonious Eyeshadow Combinations
'Palettes of Beautifying Eye Trends' Celebrates Beauty Moments
Hyper-Personalized Beauty Platforms
Kult App Transforms How Shoppers Find & Buy Products in India
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Game-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Benefit Cosmetics' Beneland Shares Playful, Giftable Product Sets
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Peach-Inspired Makeup Series
ColourPop Launches the ‘Sweet Peach’ Collection as Color of the Month
Influencer-Focused App Development Platforms
Wavemaker Debuts a Mobile App Development Platform
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
GenAI Makeup Marketing
MAC Cosmetics is Tapping into the Power of Adobe Firefly Services
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications
Leia Inc. Recently Released the Immersity App
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Social Shopping Integrations
The MONAT Tiktok Shop Strengthens the Direct Sales Business Model
Personal Concert Archive Apps
Indie Developer Hidde van der Ploeg Launches His Gigs App on IOS
GenAI Shopping Lockscreens
Glance AI and Samsung Unveiled a Custom Experience for Samsung Users
Social-First Shade Match Campaigns
Erborian's Find Your Match Experience Launched on TikTok
Music Insight Overlays
Music AI Bubble Adds Real-Time Song Insights Across Music Apps
Teen-Targeted Smartphone Models
The HMD X1 Offers Great Features with Parental Controls in Focus
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Second-Screen Watch Parties
The E.L.F. TIME Show Was Made to Run Parallel to the Big Game
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Social Video Beauty Brands
Time Inc. Unveils 'The Pretty' Social Video-Based Beauty Brand
Vibe-Coded Entertainment Apps
The Gizmo App Cycles Through Vibe-Coded Mini Apps
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Digital Touch Platforms
KissTouch Lets Users Send Realistic Feel Kisses And Connect Emotionally
Creator Monetization Integrations
TikTok Adds Cameo Video Requests In-App
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Redefined Mobile Commerce Experiences
Glance and the Samsung Galaxy Store Partner in the U.S.
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
AI-Driven Platform Updates
Yelp Spring Product Release 2026 Introduces the Yelp Assistant
Personalized Beauty Planners
Makeup Playbook Helps Create, Share, and Explore Beauty Routines
Couples Engagement Apps
LovOn Strengthens Relationships With Daily Questions, Games, & Activities
Smartphone-Focused Portrait Gallery Activations
Vivo Debuts the VLOVE Portrait Gallery in Bangkok
Mobile App Builders
AppBuzz Transforms Your Ecom Site into a Mobile App in 60 Seconds
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Mobile Revenue Management Apps
Ambition Launches a Mobile App For Real-Time Sales Coaching
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
Restaurant App Templates
Restaurant Food Ordering App Enables QR-Based Menus With Flutter Code
Mobile Editing Tools
Mattebox Brings Film-Inspired Photo And Video Editing To iPhone And iPad
Phone Software Updates
Google Launches March Pixel Drop With New Pixel And Android Features