# Multimedia Communication Hubs The 'Loop' Multimedia Device Makes Video Calls and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimedia-device References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/loop-connects-friends-and-familly/45937/) & [joinloop](http://www.joinloop.com/) Designed as a way to offer access to digital content in a more [unified way](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-id360-touchstone), the 'Loop' is a multimedia device that can make video calls and more much easier and streamlined to partake in. The 'Loop' can be setup to start working in a matter of minutes and can be connected to multiple units within a single home or in multiple ones across the country. Users can instantly start to take advantage of the unit to [stream videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looptube) or partake in video calls where participants can share content immediately through the unit. The 'Loop' multimedia device features three kinds of control options including [voice, gesture and even knob control](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ploopy-knob) via the embedded knob on the side. The 'Loop' retails for $199 for a single unit, $179 each for two or $149 each when three or more are purchased. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unified Multimedia Devices:** The 'Loop' multimedia device exemplifies the trend of combining various digital content and communication functionalities into a single device. - **Streamlined Video Calls:** The 'Loop' showcases the trend of simplifying and enhancing video calls by allowing instant content sharing and multiple unit connectivity. - **Alternative Control Methods:** The 'Loop' highlights the trend of incorporating voice, gesture, and knob control options to provide users with diverse ways of interacting with the device. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the market potential of producing unified multimedia devices like the 'Loop' to enhance user experience and convenience. - **Video Communication:** The video communication industry can adopt the concept of streamlined video calls and content sharing, as shown by the 'Loop', to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of virtual meetings. - **Human-machine Interaction:** The field of human-machine interaction can investigate the integration of alternative control methods, such as voice, gesture, and knob controls seen in the 'Loop', to create more intuitive and immersive user experiences for various devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Holographic Communication Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-communication-device.md) - [Consolidated Collaboration Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaboration-platforms.md) - [Metaverse-Connected Streaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-streaming-device.md) - [WFH Communication Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-communication-device.md) - [Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-mobile-device.md) - [Unified Smart Home Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cisco-home-hub.md) - [Dual-Stream Video Conference Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-conferencing-solution.md) - [Handheld Video Conference Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pauseme.md) - [Wire-Free Content Creator Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-live-broadcast-device.md)