These September 2020 multimedia trends range from multi-platform gamer headsets to shareable social media music.
The new Turtle Beach gaming headsets are a standout and are marketed as a way to boost gaming performance and comfort. The Stealth 600 and 700 headsets are compatible with existing and upcoming PlayStation and Xbox systems and are equipped with USB-C charging ports that allow for seamless connectivity.
Snapchat's new music videos feature is another notable example that s currently being tested in Australia and New Zealand. While the music video feature is being tested for a limited time, Snapchat aims to make it available to most English speaking countries in the coming months. The feature is a result of a partnership with Warner Music Group, Warner Chappell, Universal Music Publishing Group, The National Music Publishers Association, and Merlin.
Top 45 Multimedia Trends in September
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Eco Plastic-Free Headphones
These Cork Headphones are Made from Sustainable Materials
44
Edgeless Transparent TV Units
The Xiaomi Mi TV LUX OLED Transparent Edition is Captivating
43
Dual-Connection Wireless Speakers
The Urbanears Rålis Connects to Multiple Devices at Once
42
AR E-Commerce Tools
Amazon's Room Decorator Allows Users to Virtually Redesign Their Homes
41
Environment-Analyzing Headphones
The Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise-Canceling Headphones Have AI Upscaling
40
User-Friendly Content Players
The Conceptual 'DVDISC' Helps Seniors Enjoy Their Favorite Content
39
Game Console-Ready TVs
The Sony 'Ready For PlayStation 5' TVs Promise Unparalleled Performance
38
Elegant Neckband Speakers
The BUGANI Wearable Bluetooth Speaker is Waterproof and More
37
Theft Detection Security Cameras
The Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro Smart Surveillance System is Robust
36
Social Media AR Stores
Hoka One One Created an AR Store for a Select Number of Snapchat Users
35
VR Bicycle Controllers
The 'Blync' VR Bike Controller Allows for Scenic Rides from Home
34
AI-Improved Vegan Dairy Products
Danone North America Partners with Brightseed to Enhance Its Line
33
Multi-Platform Gamer Headsets
These New Turtle Beach Gaming Headsets Come in Two Models
32
Ingredient-Analyzing Software
JourneyAI Helps Brands Find the Perfect Ingredient for Their Recipes
31
Pro-Grade Vinyl Record Cleaners
The Keith Monks Prodigy Effectively Cleans LPs from Home
30
Customizable Digital Photo Frames
Netgear Launched Its Meural WiFi Photo Frame with TruArt Display
29
Well-Being Enhancement Headphones
The IRIS Flow Headphones Perform Neurological Stimulation
28
Creator-Centric Social Videos
Instagram Launches Its Reels Feature in 50 Different Countries
27
Shoppable Video Platforms
Spin Live Created a Shoppable Video Service Through Shopify's App Store
26
Minimalist Touch-Sensitive Earbuds
The Conceptual Beats miniPods Earbuds Imagine a New Product
25
Transportation Advertising Acquisitions
Firefly Recently Acquired Strong Outdoor to Operate Ads
24
Youth-Focused Creative Agencies
The ADOLESCENT Agency Helps Brands Connect with Gen Z Consumers
23
Digital Ring Try-Ons
James Allan Created a Virtual Ring Try-On Feature to Preview Products
22
Branded Automotive Podcasts Launches
BMW Created the Hypnopolis Podcast Entertainment Podcast
21
Always-On Colleague Video Displays
'Sidekick' Connects Users to Their Teams During Remote Work
20
Bass-Boosting Audio Headsets
The Panasonic RB-M500B Headphones Provide 30 Hours of Playback
19
Remote Learning Tool Releases
Google for Education Created New Tools for Meet and Classroom
18
Social Media Streaming Platforms
TikTok Created a Video Content Channel for Amazon Fire TV
17
Anti-Deepfake Social Media Platforms
TikTok is Banning Deepfake Content on the Social Platform
16
Behind-the-Scenes Automotive Podcasts
Toyota is Reworking Its 'Toyota Untold' Podcast Series
15
Podcast Analytics Apps
Deezer Recently Launched a Dedicated Analytics App for Podcast Creators
14
Streamlined Event Planning Platforms
Aisle Planner is a Platform for Event Professionals
13
Social Media Paid Streams
Facebook Introduced a Feature to Monetize Events Held on the Platform
12
AI-Powered Accessibility Apps
Google's Lookout App Can Scan Documents and Food Labels for Users
11
Shareable Social Media Music
Snapchat is Testing a New Music Videos Feature in Two Countries
10
Calendar Integrated Driving Platforms
Android Auto Will Now Feature Google Calendar Integration
9
Camera-Integrated Soundbars
The Crestron UC Video Soundbar Allows for Video Conferencing
8
E-Commerce Live Sport Streams
Amazon Prime Video Will Lvestream Select MLS Games for Viewers
7
Railroad Notification Safety Features
Waze is Adding a Railroad Alerts to All Users World Wide
6
Math-Answering Picture Filters
Google Lens is Creating a Math Filter Using Socratic's Technology
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Social Media Music Videos
Facebook Added Music Videos and Created a New Section for Facebook Watch
4
Adaptable Multimedia TV Sets
The TCL 5-Series QLED TV Delivers Exceptional Image Quality
3
Social Media Sports Deals
TikTok and the New York Yankees Entered into a 3-Year Sponsorship Deal
2
Wedding Live-Streaming Services
Fisheye Studio Launches Live-Streaming for Weddings Amid COVID-19
1
Expanded Audio Ad Services
Google Ad Manager Created New Services for Audio Advertisements
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Nostalgic Gamer Streetwear Collections
The New Era x PlayStation Range Has Hats, Hoodies and More
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Video-Editing App Updates
Google Photos Launches a Slew of New Video Editing Tools
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Festival-Inspired Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry Celebrates the Energy of British Music Culture
Collaborative Smart Glasses
Essilorluxottica and Meta Debut Second-Generation Collection
AR-Powered Makeup Experiences
NYX Professional Makeup Beauty Bestie 2.0 is Available on Snapchat
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
AI-Matched Creator Partnerships
YouTube Creator Partnerships Links Brands & Creators with Gemini
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Music-Inspired Audiobook Campaigns
Spotify Launches its Bold 'Read Like You Listen' for the Summer
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
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 Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Creator-Focused Monetization Platforms
Headquarterz Bridges Social Media and OTT Distribution
Digitized Music Group Experiences
Toca Boca Partners with KATSEYE for a Unique Digital Experience
Festival Beauty Activations
Medicube Brings Skincare Tech and Experiences to Coachella
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Multi-Device Gaming Earbuds
Razer’s Hammerhead V3 Earbuds Enable Seamless Cross-Device Switching
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Golf Audio Partnerships
Technics Brought Its Technics Sound Deck Experience to the PGA TOUR Season
Multi-Sensory Spa Experiences
111SKIN and Myndstream Created Two Bespoke Sonic Journeys for Guests
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Customizable Console Bundles
Nintendo Paired Switch 2 with a Pick-your-own Digital Game
Virtual Live-TV Experiences
DIRECTV Launches Its DIRECTV on Meta Quest Viewing
Hybrid Camera Headphones
The MusicCam Concept Blends Bone-Conduction Audio with Built-In 2k Video
Pop-Up Streaming Service Experiences
EE and Netflix Partnered for an Immersive Experience
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
AI-Enabled Productivity Earbuds
The moto buds 2 and moto buds 2 plus Have Bose Technology
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
AI Cinematic Smartphones
The Honor 600 Transforms Photos into Cinematic AI Video Clips
Disruptive Headphone Technologies
Linkage Global Collaborates on Two Headphone Models
Social Media Smart Glasses
The New Meta Glasses Come in Many Styles with Eight-Hours of Battery
Next-Gen Kids Headphones
The Belkin SoundForm Mini 2 Features a Mode for Audio Sharing
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Social Music Streaming Integrations
TikTok and Apple Music Add Full Song Playback
Wearable Private Media Hubs
Perisphere Integrates High-Fidelity Audio, a Swing-Down Display & More
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
AI-Enabled Next-Generation Audio Products
Bragi Embarks on a Collaboration with OpenAI
Group Streaming Chat Features
Spotify Group Messaging Supports Up to 10 Users at Once
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Collaborative Bold Pocket Cameras
HUF and TOMBOGO Debut a Neon-Green Creative Camera Collaboration
Retro Multiplayer Revival Games
Nintendo revives Star Fox with online multiplayer for Switch 2
AR-Powered Library Experiences
Snap and LePub Partner with National Library Board of Singapore
Social Listening Parties
Spotify's Wrapped Party Unites Users for Shared Experiences
Video Podcast Expansion
Netflix and iHeartMedia Bring Video Podcasts to the Streaming Platform
Video Content Summarizers
SnapSummary Uses AI to Turn YouTube Videos into Searchable Summaries
Next Gen Multimedia Platforms
Hello Sunshine Launches Sunnie, a Gen Z Media and Lifestyle Platform
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Premiumized Mid-Tier Smartphones
Qualcomm Brings AI and Gaming Upgrades to Affordable Devices
Multi-Format Reading Platforms
Spotify Connects Audiobooks with Physical Book Purchases
Airline Entertainment Partnerships
United x Spotify Collaborate to Enhance In-Flight Entertainment
In-Store Audio Channels
Custom Channels Unveils Unified In-Store Engagement Platform
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
Premium Dynamic Gaming Headsets
JBL is Set to Unveil a Trio of New Headsets at CES 2026
AR Virtual Space Hangouts
Meta Hyperscape Capture Now Supports Communal Hangouts Anywhere
Retro Audio Collections
Philips Moving Sound Lineup Includes Speakers, Earbuds, & Headphones
AI-Powered AR Eyewear
Snap and Qualcomm Develop Intelligent Glasses with On-Device AI
Shared Reality Entertainment
Sony Pictures invests in Cosm to expand Shared Reality entertainment
Next-Generation Gaming Headsets
Sentinels and Razer Team Up to Launch the BlackShark V3 Pro
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Vibrant Game Console Covers
Sony's New 'Hyperpop' PS5 Covers are Bright and Stylish
Music Sharing Games
What Song Lets Friends Share Songs And Stories Together Instantly
Athlete-Branded Outdoor Appliances
Ninja Launched a New Campaign For Upgraded Backyard Cooking
Featherlight eSports Headsets
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II Headset is Lightweight and Comfy
New Tech Product Announcements
Apple Unveiled New Products at a Recent Event
Fan Streaming Platforms
Deltatre NEXUS Powers New Zealand Rugby's With Their Digital Fan Hub
Spatial Awareness Headphone Models
The Spherephones Use Spatial Music to Connect Users to Robots
Dual Wireless Earbuds
Razer Hammerhead V3 Hyperspeed Introduces Multi-Device Gaming Audio
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
Retro Music Platforms
Retro Play Streams Pre-2011 Music Videos With Curated Playback
Searchable Gaming Platforms
Search to Play Helps Users Discover, Track, And Share Video Games
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
Accessible Video Podcasts
Spotify Eases Partner Program Requirements For Video Creators
Multimodal Social AIs
Meta’s Muse Spark Enables Image and Social Awareness
Social Remixing Music Features
GRAI Introduced Its Music With Friends Remixing App
Cutting-Edge Consumer Electronics Innovations
UGREEN Limited Debuts Two New Technologies at IFA
AI Fan Remix Platforms
Spotify Introduced Licensed AI Covers and Remix Creation Tools
Interactive Live Shows
Cirque du Soleil's Interactive Experience Offers Multi-Device Exploration
Parental Social Media Alerts
This Instagram Alert Will Let Parents Know of Troubling Teen Searches
Parental AI Insights Features
Meta Launches Its Insights Tab For Meta AI
Anti-Algorithm Back-to-School Campaigns
Journeys' Turn It Up Activates Self-Discovery in Gen Z
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Local Multimodal AI Models
Google Introduces Laptop-Ready AI with Native Audio and Vision
Cross-Platform Search Analytics
Google Tracks Instagram and TikTok Search Performance
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Latine-Targeted Streaming Services
Remezcla Más Was Made for Hispanic Gen Z & Millennials
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Lifestyle Gaming Ecosystems
Nintendo Extends Music Access Beyond Its Consoles
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Audio Journalism Platforms
Spotify Converts Long-Form Magazine Articles Into Audio Experiences
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Omnichannel Retail Media Networks
Target's Roundel Expands Advertising Across Streaming and Stores
Celebrity-Supported Smart Glasses Campaigns
Ray-Ban and Meta Tap Doja Cat and Teyana Taylor
Music Discovery Networks
Echo is a Musical Social Network for Ranking and Tracking Tunes
Personalized Console Ecosystems
Xbox adds new interface updates and Gamerscore badges
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
Integrated Fitness Streaming
Spotify Integrates Workouts and Peloton Classes into Its Platform
Media-Focused Brand Pivots
Topgolf Media Networks Represents a New Venture
Music-Driven Coding Lessons
Amazon Launches the Inclusive Your Voice is Power Program
Music Mashups Apps
MashApp Music Lets Users Create And Share Custom Song Mashups Easily
New Customization Updates
On-Together Adds Facial Hair Styles
Personalized Media Creation
TuneStory Creates Custom Songs & Videos For Meaningful, Personal Gifts
Head-Mounded 4K POV Headsets
The VibeLens MusicCam Pro Captures Photos, Videos and More
Layered Online Content Reports
YouTube Defines Creative Maximalism as the Key Point After 20 Years
Zone-Specific Content Distributors
LD Systems Fuses the Capabilities of TuneButler with Questra
Music-Driven Coming-Of-Age Games
Beethoven and Dinosaur’s Mixtape Releases This Upcoming May
Parental Streaming Controls
Spotify Expands Audio-Focused Parental Features Across All Accounts
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Streaming-Inspired Toy Lines
Moose Toys Expands Netflix Stories Into Toy Collections
Music Guessing Games
HeardlePedia Lets You Guess Songs And Play Fun Music Challenges
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
In-Game Music Experiences
Toca Boca Integrates Music From Major Artists Into Gameplay
Electronic Gaming Accessories Lineups
JSAUX Debuts Nintendo Console-Compatible Accessories
Portable Speaker Colorway Additions
Beats Introduces Two New Tonal Options of the Beats Pill
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
Cross-Platform Connectivity
Google simplifies sharing, switching, and messaging across devices
Multiplayer Word Games
The New York Times Introduces Crossplay as a Multiplayer Word Game App
Media Intelligence Tools
Media Watcher Tracks Global News And Social Buzz In Real Time
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Adaptive Notification Systems
YouTube Filters Push Alerts Based on Recent User Engagement
Mood-Driven Discovery Platforms
Jammy Chat Aligns Content and Music with a User's Emotional State
Smarter News Consumption
NewsBang Makes Staying Informed Easier And More Interactive
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
Personal Audio News
Hypermedia Play News Delivers Tailored, Instant Audio News Stream
Event Memory Platforms
Media Vibes Makes Group Photo Collection Simple And Collaborative
Music-Based Social Networks
Record Club Has Users Share Music with Friends and Family
Short Audio Platforms
Thirty Three Seconds Lets Users Share 33-Second Audio Clips