These June 2020 multimedia innovations range from curated cinema platforms to branded taco livestreams like Mccormick and Drew Barrymore's recent Taco Tuesday stream that was hosted for charity.
With consumers continuing to social distance during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, brands and social media platforms are re-prioritizing engaging virtual experiences and are taking video chat platforms to new heights with improved personalization features.
Some examples to note include USAA's recent AR Snapchat Lens that was launched in celebration of US veterans and in time for the recent Memorial Day holiday. Additional standouts include livestreaming gift cards by interactive gaming platform Twitch -- "currently available in the United States with either $25, $50, $100, or $200" -- and the conceptual 'CDend' CD player by 250 Design that marries nostalgia with contemporary materials and details.
Top 65 Multimedia Trends in June
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Shelf-Equipped Rollable TVs
The Conceptual 'Rollean TV' Hides the Screen When Not in Use
64
Spinning Slow-Motion Video Devices
The 'SelfieSpin360' Creates Amazing Videos with Ease
63
Carved Stone Headphone Protectors
The Portrait Stone AirPods Pro Case Calls Easter Island to Mind
62
Livestream Virtual Reality Tours
HOMGROUP Provides Accessible Home-Viewing Options During COVID-19
61
Mixed-Reality Workspace Concepts
Facebook's AR/VR Demo Goes Beyond the Limits of Physical Screens
60
Elegant Futuristic CD Players
The Conceptual 'CDend' CD Player by 250 Design is Minimalist
59
Topographic Illuminating Speakers
The Harman Kardon Aura Studio 3 Speaker Offers 360-Degree Audio
58
Galaxy-Inspired Speaker Units
The Conceptual 'Black Hole Speaker' by Arvin Maleki is Ethereal
57
Flavor-Synthesizing Devices
Homei Miyashita Uses Electrically Charged Gel in Flavor Device
56
AR-Powered Jewelry Try Ons
Kendra Scott Created a Mobile AR Tool to Try on Different Jewelry
55
Augmented Reality Communication Platforms
Frontdoor's Streem Seamlessly Enables Remote Service
54
Backyard 4K QLED TVs
Samsung's the Terrace Outdoor Smart TV is Water and Dust-Resistant
53
Enveloping 3D Audio Soundbars
The Sony HT-ST5000 Dolby Atmos Soundbar is Powerful Yet Slim
52
Video Conference Clones
Coors Light's Clone Machine Creates a Stand-In for Video Conference Chats
51
Noise-Cancelling Conference Headsets
The Logitech Zone Wired Headset is Microsoft Teams-Certified
50
Social Media Wellness Features
Instagram Guides is a New Feature Offering Curated Wellness Advice
49
Creative Polyrhythmic Analog Synthesizers
Moog Music Releases the Subharmonicon Semi-Modular Synth
48
80s-Inspired Bluetooth Boomboxes
The RepliTronics M90 Mini Boombox is Retro with Modern Functions
47
Restaurant-Sponsored Virtual Proms
Chipotle is Hosting a Virtual Prom After-Party on Instagram
46
Experiential 3D Holograph Displays
Avalon Holographics Was Invited to 48Hrs in the Valley
45
Livestreaming Gift Cards
Twitch Now Offers Virtual Gift Cards That Can Be Redeemed on the Platform
44
Custom Noise Control Headphones
The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Have an Over-Ear Design
43
Social Media Analytics Dashboards
Conviva Launched a TikTok Analytics Tool for Advertisers
42
Golf-Friendly Wireless Speakers
The Bushnell Wingman GPS Speaker Offers 10 Hours of Use Per Charge
41
Immersive Imagery Smart Televisions
The realme Smart Android TV Has a Crisp LED Display
40
Virtual Brunch Competitions
Whistle Out is Looking to Hire Someone to Host Virtual Brunches
39
Inaugural AR Cosmetic Lenses
L'Oréal Created the First Ever Ar Lenses for the Snap Desktop App
38
AI-Music Video Editing
The Trash App Can Now Edit Different Types of Videos with a New Feature
37
Branded Dinner Party Streams
Chili's and DoorDash are live streaming a YouTube Dinner Party
36
AR-Integrated Mobile Search Engines
Google Created Ar Lessons Users Conducting Mobile Searches
35
Beverage-Branded Music Platforms
Coke Launches a New Music Streaming Platform Named the BeApp
34
HD Audio Entertainment Projectors
The Yamaha YSP-5600 Digital Sound Projector Has 46 Speakers
33
Professional Video Chat Platforms
Facebook Launched Workplace Rooms to Host Professional Meetings
32
Digital Dance Party Games
Distance Disco Supports Connection Through Music & Dancing
31
Curated Cinema Streaming Services
Alamo On Demand Offers Curated Rentals for Cinephiles
30
Multi-Angle Audio Soundbars
The Sony HT-G700 Dolby Atmos Soundbar Immerses Users in Content
29
AR Sneaker-Finding Campaigns
Nike Launched an AR Mobile Campaign for Sneaker Enthusiasts in Brazil
28
Social Media Deal Sharing
TikTok Launched the Small Gestures Feature with Shareable Branded Deals
27
Responsive eSports PC Monitors
The ViewSonic Elite XG270 Offers Immersive Graphics and More
26
Customizable VR Training Systems
Doghead Simulations Has Three VR Training Options Available
25
Subwoofer-Equipped Smart Soundbars
The Yamaha YAS-109 Has 120W of Output, Dual Subwoofers and More
24
Instantaneous Connectivity Earbuds
The realme Buds Air Neo Feature Google Fast Pair
23
Immersive Home Theater Soundbars
The Sonos Arc Premium Smart Soundbar Has a 45-Inch Design
22
Commission-Eliminated Music Platforms
Bandcamp Removed Commission Fees to Support Artists
21
Video-Integrated Podcast Platforms
Spotify is Now Testing Video Podcasts on the Platform
20
Soccer Platform Market Expansions
The Dugout Soccer Platform is Coming to the US and Canada
19
Specialized Noise Isolation Headphones
The Dali IO-6 Immersive Noise Canceling Headphones are Chic
18
Shared Queue Playlists
Spotify's Group Sessions Connects Premium Users in Real-Time
17
Activity-Focused Social Platforms
The Pinterest Platform Has New Features to Help Project Planning
16
Global Reading-Assistance Apps
Google Released Its Read Along App to 180 Different Countries
15
Veteran-Themed Multimedia AR Lenses
USAA Created an AR Snapchat Lens the Memorial Day Holiday
14
Summer-Ready Wireless Earphones
Apple's Powerbeats Pro Earphones Now Come in 4 Summer-Ready Hues
13
Family-Focused Group Video Calls
Google Duo Added a New 'Family Mode' Along with Fun Features
12
Merchant-Focused App Collaborations
The New Shopify App Allows People to Sell Items on Pinterest
11
Pronunciation Translation Features
Google Lens Can Help Users Pronounce Translated Words
10
Mobile-Integrated Debit Cards
Samsung Pay Will Be Expanded with a Debit Card in the Summer
9
Branded Taco Livestreams
Mccormick and Drew Barrymore Hosted a A Taco Tuesday Stream for Charity
8
Burrito App Customization Features
The Chipotle App Has a New Complete Customization Feature
7
Music App Transition Tools
YouTube Music Can Move Content from Google Play Music with a New Tool
6
Lugelo Free Online Journal
Everyone has a Story to Tell. Tell Yours on Lugelo
5
Accessible Navigation Apps
Google Maps Can Now Highlight Accessible Locations with a New Feature
4
Portable Analog Step Sequencers
Make Noise's 0-CTRL is a Fully Analog Step Sequencer
3
Privacy-Centric Video Calls
The Brave Browser Has Private Video Calls with No Participant Limits
2
Mobile Streaming Service Previews
Quibi is Now Previewing Content on the YouTube Platform
1
TV-Compatible Mobile Content Platforms
The Quibi App Will Have AirPlay Compatibility for Streaming
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Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Multisensory French Fry Pop-Ups
The McCain Happy Frydays Café Shares an Over-the-Top Menu
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
Uber Hosts 'The One Shop' Across University Campuses
Groundbreaking AR Posters
Wall's Out-of-Home Ads Make AR Experiences Unmissable with WinDOOH Tech
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Digital-First Scavenger Hunts
Chipotle Opts for Influencer Marketing for its Giveaway Promotion
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Naturalistic Taco Stand Campaigns
Coca-Cola Launched a Street Photography Campaign in Norway
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Spatial Audio Streaming Interfaces
The Apple Vision Pro Spotify UI by Kyuna Petrova is Immersive
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
AR Restaurant Packaging
White Castle Launches a New Augmented Borderland Experience
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
Personalized In-Flight Ads
United Airlines Kinective Media Offers Curated Travel
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Youth Metaverse Advertising Initiatives
Roblox Announced an Advertising Partnership with PubMatic
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Coded Snack Campaigns
Takis is Launching at Aldi in the UK with Drop Codes
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Cinematic Fashion Campaigns
Norse Projects Partners with Mikkel Karstad for Its New Campaign
Year-End Live Music Shows
Spotify Wrapped Live 2023 Shares Performances from Top Global Artists
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Taco-Themed Dorm Makeovers
Taco Bell's Tacommodation Initiative Restyled a Student Flat
Magazine-Integrated QR Features
ARCADE Launches the ELLE x Clarks Shoe Visualiser and Experience
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Romantic On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Minted and DoorDash Have Partnered for On-Demand Delivery
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Visualized Social Streaming Features
Spotify and Snapchat are Launching the Share Track Lens
Social Video Reaction Apps
The 'Seen' App Lets Users Capture Footage of Themselves Viewing Content
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
Interactive Soccer Campaign
Michelob ULTRA Has Announced Its Largest Summer Initiative to Date
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns
Jewelry Brand MWCurated Uses Fake Infidelity Flyers for Marketing
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Luxury AR Packaging Solutions
Mytheresa Released App-Controlled Innovative Product Packagings
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
AI Advertisement Additions
Meta Introduces a New Suite of AI-Powered Advertising Tools
Car-Specific Video Commerce
Audi and Bambuser Make a Significant Evolution in Business Strategy
Immersive Hybrid Billboards
Meta's Halloween Thrillboards Tease Immersive Meta Quest 3 Experiences
AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani's Interactive Yogurt Packaging Engages Snackers for Halloween
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Idol Singer Breakfast Promotions
Mos Burger Offers Dining Experience with Idols via AR
Interactive Connected Packaging
Asahi Beverages Philippines Debuts a New Experience
Streaming Service Expansions
Spotify Launched an In-house Creative Agency, Spotify Creative Lab
Youth-Focused Pizza Launches
Domino's Pizza Relaunches its Gen Z-Focused Emergency Pizza Promotion
Co-Branded Custom Ads
Lexus and Universal Pictures Partner for the 'Experience OZmazing' Spot
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Phygital Fashion Retail Experiences
Macy's mstylelab Digital Shopping Platform is Immersive
Luxury Handbag Social Integrations
Prada and Miu Miu Add New Options to Snap's Bitmoji Wardrobe
Communication-Based Immersive Exhibitions
Intuit Mailchimp and Design Museum Present Email is Dead
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
AI-Powered Music Remixing Apps
Sprite is Reprising its Limelight Music Platform for Consumers
Curated Holiday-Themed Entertainment
The LG Channels Holiday Showcase Boasts a Festive Experience
Digital Taste Profiles
The Shelf App Creates Comprehensive Media Consumption Analytics
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
Heartwarming Streaming Services
Hallmark+ Shares Feel-Good Content & Exclusive Membership Benefits
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Film-Themed AR Designs
White Castle Celebrates the 'Borderlands' Film with Unique Packaging
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
QSR-Branded Streaming Services
Chick-Fil-A Rolls Out Its Own Streaming Service
Taco Discovery Boxes
Taco Bell is Sharing a Craveable Offer Exclusively on Taco Tuesdays
Interactive Digital Menus
Tabmeal Empowers Restaurants to Revolutionize the Way Guests Order
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Large-Scale Digital Signage
TouchSource & Centennial Have Collaborated on a New Marketing Project
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Creator-Celebrating Campaigns
The Frito-Lay My Joy Campaign Celebrates Creators of All Backgrounds
New Year Taco Menus
Taco Cabana is Launching a New and Enticing 2025 QSR Menu
Gamer-Targeted Snack Promotions
Doritos and Xbox Partnered to Celebrate the Release of Starfield
Social Media Music Festivals
TikTok 'In the Mix' is a First-of-Its-Kind Music Festival
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Paid Online Platform Experiences
The New YouTube Premium Features Elevate the Experience
TV Game-Inspired Pizza Campaigns
Netflix and Domino's Join on Emergency Pizza Campaigns
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
AR Pizza Menus
Hungry Howie's Uses AR to Promote a Secret Pizza Menu
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
In-Arena Content Spaces
TikTok and MLSE Introduced the Creator Zone and a Live Content Series
Celebrity-Starring Livestream Events
TalkShopLive Partners with Walmart and Dolly Parton
Music Streaming Typeface Updates
Spotify Mix is the Platform's Latest Custom Typeface
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Saucy High-Definition Screen Campaigns
Zaxby’s is Leveraging the Busy Black Friday Shopping Period
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Digital Taco Subscriptions
Taco Bell is Introducing the Return of Its Taco Subscription Program
Restaurant-Style At-Home Tacos
Taco Bell Launches the New Craving Kits for At-Home Taco Night
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Comprehensive Entertainment Apps
Bebuzee Has Expanded Its Platform by Adding Bebuzee TV
Interactive Football Game Venues
TOCA Social Delivers a Blend of Sports, Entertainment, and Dining
Revived Decade-Themed QSR Menus
This New Taco Bell Menu Has Five Nostalgic Offerings
Aesthetic Stock Platforms
Dupe Photos Offers Social Media-Style Imagery for Modern Brands
UAE-Based Influencer Platforms
luma is a New Influencer Marketing Program for UAE Influencers
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Inspiring Creator-Focused Decks
TikTok Launches a New Creative Content Inspiration Deck
Music-Centric Branding Initiatives
BACARDÍ Rum Partnered with the MTV Video Music Awards
Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Social Media-Integrated AI Lenses
Snapchat Launches the New AR Lenses with ChatGPT
Seasonal Street Food-Inspired Menus
Taco Cabana Street Food Fest Features Ample Food and Drink
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Brand-Aligned Graphics
Bento Highlights Lets Users Craft Polished, Professional-Looking Graphics
Halloween-Inspired Retail Capsules
Target Debuts a New Private-Label Halloween Capsule for October
Shareable In-App Streaming Players
TikTok is Integrating Spotify Music with its Platform
Inspiring Heritage Campaigns
Comcast's 'Be the Next Story Told' Spot Celebrates Hispanic History
Dynamic Interest Social Platforms
Palette Let's People Curate Their Likes However They Please
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Media-Based Music Expansions
DistroKid Users Now Have Access to TikTok Music for Promotion
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Music Content Campaign Tools
Spotify Presents the Showcase Tool for Artists to Promote
Streaming Music Pack Promotions
Rustlers Debuts a New Boost Your Burger Initiative with Spotify
QSR-Branded Educational Scholarships
Taco Bell Foundation Announces Its Live Más Scholarship
Magazine-Curated Cannabis Products
In July 2023, MARY Magazine Debuts Its Partnership with NTWRK
Social App-Sourced Tickets
TikTok Launches its New Live Event with Ticket Sales by Tickets.com
Food-Based Video Platforms
FoodVid Describes Itself as "The TikTok for Food"
Dynamic Visual Communication Platforms
ConverStory Transforms Speech into Captivating Images
Live Shoppable Streams
CommentSold Introduces a New Shopify Feature for Live Shopping