Visual 1st provide guidance in today’s turbulent imaging landscape Events News 

Visual 1st provide guidance in today’s turbulent imaging landscape

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Now in its 14th year, the Visual 1st conference has become the go-to gathering for imaging-industry executives. This annual fall event, now in its second year at KQED studios in San Francisco, was held Sept. 29-30. The event attracted 180 attendees from 17 countries, including 37% from outside the United States this year. The The first day kicks off with... Read More
Nikon releases the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S New Products 

Nikon releases the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S

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Nikon Corp. announced the release of the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a fast telephoto zoom lens compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras. As part of the S-Line series of NIKKOR Z lenses, the NIKKOR Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S is a telephoto zoom lens that covers a focal length range of 120mm to 300mm with a fast,... Read More
Xerox reports $1 billion third-quarter loss, cuts full-year outlook despite printing gains Earnings reports 

Xerox reports $1 billion third-quarter loss, cuts full-year outlook despite printing gains

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Xerox Holdings Corp. reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.87 billion, down 4.7% year-over-year, as improving printing equipment sales and operating margins were overshadowed by a $1.02 billion net loss and reduced financial guidance. The loss included a $959 million non-cash goodwill impairment charge, reflecting weaker expectations for its Print and Other business amid economic uncertainty and rising memory costs. Xerox’s... Read More
Cimpress reports first-quarter revenue up 20.7% Earnings reports News 

Cimpress reports first-quarter revenue up 20.7%

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VistaPrint parent Cimpress reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue of $971.3 million, up 20.7% from $804.4 million. Organic constant-currency growth was 4%, with acquisitions and currency accounting for much of the reported increase. The company’s operating income was $30.2 million, down from $31.0 million, and the adjusted EBITDA: $69.0 million, down 21.6% from $88.0 million. The net income was $32.9 million,... Read More
Apple introduces new touch on Mac, MacBook Pro, iPad Mini; adds more AI to Creative Suite New Products 

Apple introduces new touch on Mac, MacBook Pro, iPad Mini; adds more AI to Creative Suite

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Apple unveiled an MacBook Pro with a touchscreen, a Macbook Pro, an iPad Mini, plus adding AI to Creative Suite. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display and and touch for the first time on Mac features an display, an intuitive Touch experience, M5 Pro and M5 Max performance and AI capabilities, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and up to... Read More
TilePix expands into select Walmart Stores News 

TilePix expands into select Walmart Stores

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TilePix, the magnetic, nail-free wall décor brand, today announces its first nationwide in-store product launch at Walmart. Now rolling out on Walmart.com and in select stores across the U.S., the expanded assortment of TilePix wall décor and hanging products marks a major expansion of TilePix’s retail presence. The launch brings three new additions to Walmart – TilePix’s first-ever in-store launch introduces... Read More
Amazon introduces Alexa Photo Frame New Products 

Amazon introduces Alexa Photo Frame

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Amazon has introduced the Alexa Photo Frame, featuring a 10-inch high-definition semi-matte, anti-glare touchscreen and sync to Amazon Photos, which offers unlimited photo storage for Prime members. The Alexa Photo Frame is the first photo frame with Alexa built-in. Alexa+ intelligently picks the best pictures to show based on faces, time, and sentiment. It knows to choose photos where you’re... Read More
Fujifilm introduces instax mini Evo 2 hybrid instant camera New Products 

Fujifilm introduces instax mini Evo 2 hybrid instant camera

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FUJIFILM North America Corp., Imaging Division, launched its instax mini Evo 2 hybrid instant camera, along with its enhanced instax mini Evo smartphone app. FUJIFILM instax mini Evo 2 hybrid instant camera is expected to be available at the end of November for $289.95 USD and $379.99 CAD. “The instax Evo line remains an incredibly popular part of the instax... Read More
How Simple Systems Create Consistent Service, with Todd Krause Podcasts 

How Simple Systems Create Consistent Service, with Todd Krause

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Chaos is expensive, and most business owners don’t see the bill until it’s too late. We sit down with Todd Krause of Silversun Consulting, a longtime operator who’s built and fixed businesses across finance and services, to talk about the unglamorous moves that quietly create real growth: standard operating procedures, clean customer intake, and consistent delivery. In this episode of... Read More
Insta360 parent company Arashi Vision reports 94% profit decline despite 43% revenue growth Earnings reports 

Insta360 parent company Arashi Vision reports 94% profit decline despite 43% revenue growth

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Arashi Vision Inc., the Chinese parent company behind the Insta360 brand, reported sharply higher revenue but significantly lower profitability for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2026. The results highlight the growing costs of competing in the action-camera and 360-degree imaging markets, as well as greater R&D expenses. The company attributed profitability pressure to rising memory component costs, increased research... Read More
Canon third-quarter revenue rises 16.3%, driven by compact camera demand Earnings reports 

Canon third-quarter revenue rises 16.3%, driven by compact camera demand

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Canon Inc. reported a 4.9% increase in third-quarter 2026 consolidated revenue to ¥1.159 trillion, while operating profit rose 10.3% to ¥97.1 billion. The company’s Imaging business delivered particularly strong results, although component shortages and rising costs remain concerns. Imaging revenue increased 16.3% year-over-year to ¥294.9 billion, while operating profit climbed 22.7% to ¥46.8 billion. Traditional camera revenue rose 4% to... Read More
French camera Pixii is facing liquidation News 

French camera Pixii is facing liquidation

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Leica Rumors reports French high-end camera company Pixii has faced significant financial challenges for nearly a year. The company entered court-supervised restructuring last December, an attempt to get the company’s financial situation in order. On May 20, 2026, the Commercial Court of Besançon, which initiated the restructuring, extended Pixii’s period under observation until Dec. 10, 2026. However, on July 22,... Read More
Getty Images formally files for Chapter 11 Investments 

Getty Images formally files for Chapter 11

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Getty Images formally filed for prepackaged Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, advancing the restructuring announced Oct. 12. Seven Getty entities are included in the filing, covering  approximately: $539.9 million of 11.25% secured notes €407 million of euro-denominated term loans $40.1 million of dollar-denominated term loans $150 million of revolving loans $270 million... Read More
Sigma introduces the Sigma FP2 full-frame camera system New Products 

Sigma introduces the Sigma FP2 full-frame camera system

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Sigma Corp. of America has officially announced the Sigma FP2, packing cinema-grade performance and a powerful, intelligent autofocus system for flawless stills into the world’s smallest full-frame body, the Sigma FP2 redefines hybrid modular infrastructure. The camera is scheduled for global release Nov. 11; Pricing and kit configurations will be announced shortly. “The Sigma FP2 is a direct reflection of... Read More
Michaels State of the Holiday Season Report: Consumers want less screen time and more meaning Market research 

Michaels State of the Holiday Season Report: Consumers want less screen time and more meaning

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The 2026 Michaels State of the Holiday Season Report conducted by Morning Consult, eight in 10 parents (80%) are seeking screen-free, hands-on holiday activities, and nearly 8 in 10 consumers who celebrate (78%) say a $25 handmade gift means as much as or more than a $100 store-bought one. The national survey of 2,502 U.S. adults also reveals that nearly... Read More