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Top 65 Multimedia Ideas in October

From Collaborative Inbox Apps to Automated Personal Beacons

— October 29, 2014 — Tech
Many of these October 2014 multimedia ideas revolve around entertainment, efficiency or both. When it comes to streamlining life in general, there are several neat beacon devices that are popping up now for personal use, making it easier than ever to create a home that is intuitive, responsive and smart without the need to install a high-tech home system.

Outside of the home, some of the most innovative multimedia applications reimagine familiar forms, bringing new life and excitement to theater screens, mirrors, sports fields, runways and shop windows, changing the way we experience physical activity, shopping and watching movies.

A great example of where entertainment and efficiency intersect in a practical application is the ICUmini, which hides an advanced home security system in plain sight in the frames of paintings.
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Hi-Tech Safety Sashes
Hi-Tech Safety Sashes
This App-Connected LED Safety Light Improves Road Safety
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63
Audio Rehabilitation Programs
Audio Rehabilitation Programs
Baycrest's Memory Link Program Uses Audio to Connect with Seniors
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62
Ethereal Holographic Runways
Ethereal Holographic Runways
This Ralph Lauren Fashion Show Had a Holographic Projection on Water
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61
Persian Skateboarding Films
Persian Skateboarding Films
'The Persian Version' Explores the Skateboarding Subculture in Iran
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60
Video Communication Apps
Video Communication Apps
The Skype App 5.0's Overhaul Makes Texting, Voice and Video Calls Easy
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59
Fashion Wholesale Apps
Fashion Wholesale Apps
The iMerchandise Retail App Allows Shoppers to Purchase in Bulk and Save
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58
Organizational Audio Messaging
Organizational Audio Messaging
Talko App Adds Multimedia Elements and Text Threads to Phone Calls
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57
Smartphone Desire Infographics
Smartphone Desire Infographics
This iPhone 6 Infographic Looks At Which New Features Were Desired
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56
Artful Security Systems
Artful Security Systems
ICUmini Disguises Itself as Art to Keep Your Home Safe and Secure
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55
Drone Circus Performers
Drone Circus Performers
This Cirque Du Soleil Video Features a Fleet of Flying Lampshades
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54
Anti-Advertisement Apps
Anti-Advertisement Apps
NO AD is a Mobile App That Replaces Subway Ads with Digital Artwork
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53
Photography-Based Travel Apps
Photography-Based Travel Apps
The SMWH.RE Web App Shows Instagram Images of Places To Visit
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52
Virtual Skateboarding Simulators
Virtual Skateboarding Simulators
Mountain Dew Lets People Try Out Virtual Reality Digital Skating
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51
Profiling Web Apps
Profiling Web Apps
Ubisoft's Video Game Promotion Digs into Your Social Sharing Habits
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50
Footstep-Illuminated Fields
Footstep-Illuminated Fields
The Lights on Shell's Soccer Field for Kids Are Powered by Footsteps
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49
E-Book Subscription Services
E-Book Subscription Services
The Oyster App is Netflix for Books
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48
Smart Home Beacons
Smart Home Beacons
Airfy is a Beacon Home System to Make Your Home More Intelligent
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47
Musical Meatball Machines
Musical Meatball Machines
Beatballs Lets You Taste Music in the Form of Meatballs
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46
Immersive Virtual Reality Cars
Immersive Virtual Reality Cars
Ford's Immersive Vehicle Environment Generates a 3D Car
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45
Virtual Reality Movie Selections
Virtual Reality Movie Selections
'Oculix' Will Allow Users to Virtually Browse Movies on Netflix
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44
Unwitting Wi-Fi Campaigns
Unwitting Wi-Fi Campaigns
F-Secure Shows Warns Against Joining an Unsecured Wi-Fi Network
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43
Assistive Yoga Mats
Assistive Yoga Mats
This Hi-Tech and Smart Yoga Mat is Like Your Own Personal Yoga Guide
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42
Printed Power Packs
Printed Power Packs
Imprint Energy's Flexible Battery Boasts a Rechargeable Design
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41
Weight-Broadcasting Benches
Weight-Broadcasting Benches
Moscow's New Smart Benches Will Publicly Display Your Weight
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40
Expansive Messaging Apps
Expansive Messaging Apps
The Talk Path App Makes Messaging Friends, Family and Businesses Easy
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39
Collaborative Inbox Apps
Collaborative Inbox Apps
The Front App Lets Others Help You Tackle an Overwhelming Inbox
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38
Holographic Sketching Devices
Holographic Sketching Devices
Haptomirage's Hologram Display Technology Lets You Doodle in 3D
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37
Superhero Projection Stunts
Superhero Projection Stunts
This Toy Ad Takes Projected Characters on a Journey Through London
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36
3D Projection Basketball Courts
3D Projection Basketball Courts
The 76ers Basketball Court 3D Imaging Pumps Up Crowds Pre-Game
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35
Tri-Paneled Cinema Screens
Tri-Paneled Cinema Screens
The Escape System Has Two Extra Angled Screens for Immersive Viewing
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34
Momentary Music Matching
Momentary Music Matching
Spotify Serendipity Pairs Online Listeners From Around the Globe
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33
Educational Anatomy Apps
Educational Anatomy Apps
The Humanatomy Health App Helps to Teach Children About the Body
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32
Immersive Journalism Experiences
Immersive Journalism Experiences
This Oculus Rift Experience Lets You Step Right into a News Story
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31
Garage Opener Apps
Garage Opener Apps
This Garage Door Opener App is Controlled Securely by Beacon Technology
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30
Interactive Music Albums
Interactive Music Albums
'The DNA Project' by j.viewz Brings Fans into the Creative Process
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29
Minimalist Smart Headphones
Minimalist Smart Headphones
The Samsung Level Over Headphones Offer Great Sound and Comfort
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28
Automated Personal Beacons
Automated Personal Beacons
Signul is a Beacon System That Streamlines Daily Tasks
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27
Touchscreen Compact Cameras
Touchscreen Compact Cameras
GoPro Hero4 is Available in Two High-End Models and a Cheaper Version
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26
Crafty Book Lighting
Crafty Book Lighting
Philip Hansen of Typewriter Boneyard Creates Literary Lamps
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25
Holographic Tech Kiosks
Holographic Tech Kiosks
This Hologram Projector Impresses With Animated 3D Presentations
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24
Dual-Screen Laptop Attachments
Dual-Screen Laptop Attachments
DuoScreen Helps Set Up a Laptop Dual Screen System with a USB
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23
Augmented Chocolate Wrappers
Augmented Chocolate Wrappers
Lacta's Chocolate Packaging Wrapper Hides Secret Messages with AR
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22
Travel Simulation Booths
Travel Simulation Booths
Marriott Hotel Shares a 4D Virtual Reality Travel Experience with Guests
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21
Supersized Luxury TVs
Supersized Luxury TVs
The BeoVision Avant 85 Offers 85 Inches of Unsurpassed Picture Quality
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20
Flavor-Controlling Musical Instruments
Flavor-Controlling Musical Instruments
The Flavor Conductor Uses Sound & Light to Influence Tastes
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19
Feel-Good Retail Mirrors
Feel-Good Retail Mirrors
This Motivational IKEA Mirror Boosts Esteem In-Store
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18
Custom 3D-Printed Earbuds
Custom 3D-Printed Earbuds
Normals Makes Bespoke Earbuds with Photos Takes by its App
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17
Attachable Smartphone Lenses
Attachable Smartphone Lenses
The Moment Cameras Attach to Smartphone to Improve Picture Quality
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16
Inexpensive 3D Printers
Inexpensive 3D Printers
Deltaprintr is an Affordable 3D Printer That's Faster at Printing
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15
Virtual Reality Headsets
Virtual Reality Headsets
The Totem Headset Has Two On-Board Cameras and HDMI Compatibility
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14
Square Egg Molds
Square Egg Molds
The Ovo Egg Mold Set Turns Your Fired Eggs into Little Rectangles
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13
Pet-Feeding Recycling Bins
Pet-Feeding Recycling Bins
This Unique Pet Feeder Trades Recycled Items for Pet Food
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12
Classy Elegant Headphones
Classy Elegant Headphones
The Aedle VK-1 Classic Edition Boasts Genuine Lambskin
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11
Cellular 3D-Printed Jewelry
Cellular 3D-Printed Jewelry
Nervous System's 3D Printed Accessories are Organic & Nature-Inspired
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10
Uniquely Printed Pads
Uniquely Printed Pads
These Differently Designed Memo Pads Were Digitally Printed Using HP Indigo
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9
Touch-Activated Denim Ads
Touch-Activated Denim Ads
Hiut Denim Co.'s Interactive Shop Window Encourages People to Touch
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8
Abstract Clay Sculptures
Abstract Clay Sculptures
Jolan Van der Wiel Uses Magnets to Mold the Iron-Riddled Material
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7
Robotic 3D-Printed Suits
Robotic 3D-Printed Suits
In the Latest RoboCop Movie, RoboCop Wears a 3D-Printed Suit
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6
Targeted Gum Promotions
Targeted Gum Promotions
Trident Uses RFID Technology for an Effective Chewing Gum Advertisement
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5
Powerful Charger Backpacks
Powerful Charger Backpacks
TYLT's Energi+ Power Backpack Charges Three Devices on the Go
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4
Effortless Branding Apps
Effortless Branding Apps
Makr by Ellen Johnston is Geared Towards Creative Entrepreneurs
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3
Flexible Futuristic Furniture
Flexible Futuristic Furniture
These Futuristic Furniture Designs Transform to Suit Various Needs
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2
Interactive Floral Walls
Interactive Floral Walls
Gucci's Infinity of Flowers Lets Shoppers Interact with Digital Petals
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Projected Touchscreen Tables
Projected Touchscreen Tables
Ideum's Dynamic Desktop Comprises Projected Capacitive Touch Tables
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