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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.

Epson launches SureLab D870 Minilab Photo Printer New Products Press releases 

Epson launches SureLab D870 Minilab Photo Printer

Professional Drylab Printer Offers Exceptional Image Quality in a Compact Design LONG BEACH, Calif., June 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Epson today announced the SureLab® D870 Minilab Photo Printer – a drylab printer built for demanding small-format photo production. Delivering outstanding levels of productivity, the SureLab D870 leverages Epson UltraChrome® D6r-S dye-based ink technology plus an advanced, reliable print engine design to deliver exceptional print speeds – up... Read More
Sony announces FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Super-telephoto Zoom Lens New Products Press releases 

Sony announces FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Super-telephoto Zoom Lens

SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Electronics Inc. today announced another new lens for their expanding full-frame FE lens lineup, the new FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lens (model SEL200600G). Sony’s furthest reaching E-mount zoom, the new G Lens™ series model utilizes many of the company’s most advanced lens design technologies to ensure excellent image quality, high-performance autofocus (AF) and... Read More
Sony introduces the Super-telephoto 600mm F4 G Master Prime Lens New Products Press releases 

Sony introduces the Super-telephoto 600mm F4 G Master Prime Lens

Sony’s Longest Reaching Prime Lens is World’s Lightest in its Class, Featuring High-performance Autofocus, High Resolution and Beautiful Bokeh SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Electronics Inc. today announced another impressive addition to its flagship full-frame G Master™ series lens lineup: the new FE 600mm F4 GM OSS super-telephoto prime lens (model SEL600F40GM). As Sony’s longest reaching prime lens, the new... Read More
Shutterfly names Ryan O’Hara president and chief executive officer People on the Move Press releases 

Shutterfly names Ryan O’Hara president and chief executive officer

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Shutterfly, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFLY), the leading retailer and manufacturing platform dedicated to helping capture, preserve, and share life’s important moments, today announced the appointment of Ryan O’Hara as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 24, 2019. When Ryan joins the company, he will simultaneously be appointed to serve as a director on the Shutterfly Board of Directors. Ryan... Read More
Apollo Global Management to acquire Shutterfly, Snapfish News Opinion 

Apollo Global Management to acquire Shutterfly, Snapfish

Funds Managed by Affiliates of Apollo Global Management Announce the Acquisition of Shutterfly, Inc. in an All-Cash Transaction Valued at $2.7 Billion Shutterfly, Inc. stockholders to receive $51.00 per share in cash in a transaction with an enterprise value of $2.7 billion Apollo Funds separately enter into a definitive agreement with Snapfish NEW YORK, June 10, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —... Read More
Rumor: Buyout firm Apollo Global in the lead to acquire Shutterfly News Opinion 

Rumor: Buyout firm Apollo Global in the lead to acquire Shutterfly

According to Reuters, private-equity firm Apollo Global Management LLC is in the lead to acquire Shutterfly Inc after making the highest offer, people familiar with the matter said on Monday. According to the article: “Apollo’s exact offer could not be learned, but the deal would value Shutterfly at close to $2 billion, excluding its debt pile of more than $900... Read More
Fujifilm announces return of black-and-white film with NEOPAN 100 ACROS II New Products News Press releases 

Fujifilm announces return of black-and-white film with NEOPAN 100 ACROS II

TOKYO, June 10, 2019 – FUJIFILM Corporation announced a new generation of NEOPAN 100 ACROS II, black-and-white film. This 100 ISO film will deliver unsurpassed resolution, fine grain, and sharpness, with exceptional detail satisfying a broad range of shooting scenarios and exposures. The 35mm and 120 format film will be introduced in Japan this fall, with other markets to follow, based upon demand.... Read More
Printbox announces new cooperation with Photobook Worldwide News Press releases 

Printbox announces new cooperation with Photobook Worldwide

Printbox, a software provider of white-label software solutions, and Photobook Worldwide, a leading photobook provider based in Malaysia, are proud to announce a new partnership to bring the best technology and production to the personalization market. Photobook Worldwide is now poised to enhance its product and service experience with a state-of-the-art photo customization engine which has been co-developed over the... Read More
PRINT 19 to highlight RED HOT technologies Events Press releases 

PRINT 19 to highlight RED HOT technologies

Reston, VA— APTech is pleased to announce the return of the RED HOT Technology Recognition Program at PRINT19 in Chicago (McCormick Place North, October 3-5), showcasing exhibitors’ newest products or services on the event floor. “Sales opportunities and the collaboration that leads to growth go to the risk-takers, disruptors, and innovators,” says Thayer Long, president, APTech. “The RED HOT Technology... Read More
Adesso Inc. announces KODAK licensed electronics New Products Press releases 

Adesso Inc. announces KODAK licensed electronics

Adesso Inc., an authorized Kodak brand licensee and a leading manufacturer of computer peripheral equipment, is introducing a comprehensive line of home and office electronics including KODAK iMouse, KODAK CyberTablet, KODAK TruForm Keyboards and the KODAK NUSCAN Monitors & Digital Camera Visual Presenters. A key product of the initial line-up is the KODAK NUSCAN Q500 Document Camera Visual Presenter, capable... Read More
Globe Photos reverse splits stock in preparation for Nasdaq up listing News Press releases 

Globe Photos reverse splits stock in preparation for Nasdaq up listing

LAS VEGAS, June 05, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Globe Photos, Inc., a leader in licensed sports photographic prints and iconic pop culture imagery, has implemented a 1-for-40 reverse split of its common stock effective prior to the opening of the market tomorrow, June 6, 2019. The stock will begin trading on a post-split basis under the symbol “GBPTD” for 20... Read More
PPA announces 2019 District Photographic Competition Results Events Photo contests Press releases 

PPA announces 2019 District Photographic Competition Results

ATLANTA (PRWEB) JUNE 07, 2019 – Professional Photographers of America (PPA) has announced the results from its annual District Photographic Competition, a precursor to its International Photographic Competition, which is held in August. A total of 36 jurors from across the United States selected the top images from 3,801 total entries, June 2-7, at PPA headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. Judged... Read More
As digital cameras struggle, global smartphones reach peak sales point News Opinion 

As digital cameras struggle, global smartphones reach peak sales point

The photo enthusiast sites frequently bemoaning the continued decline in camera shipments from Japan. Citing CIPA stats, it’s clear the trend isn’t optimistic, as shown from the chart at right. The growth in mirrorless category hasn’t done much to offset the secular decline in the digital camera industry. We can all debate the merits of which is better – the... Read More
New apps, rumours and financial updates for the week of June 7 News People on the Move Updates 

New apps, rumours and financial updates for the week of June 7

New apps and updates inPixio Photo Clip 9 adds more photo-editing options GraphicConverter 11 adds macros recording function, RAW developer, more Nik Collection 2 by DxO offers creative possibilities, RAW File compatibility Polarr announces 24FPS video editing app for iOS PicMonkey launches real-time collaboration features Rumours and reports Here are some interesting items from around the internet: Creve Coeur Camera consolidated its three retail operations by closing the Chesterfield, MO,... Read More
Canon announces two  PIXMA G-Series MegaTank Printers New Products Press releases 

Canon announces two PIXMA G-Series MegaTank Printers

Providing Wireless1 Connectivity, Now is the Time to Upgrade Your Printer to a Continuous Ink Supply System MELVILLE, N.Y., June 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — In a time where it seems like digital is king, we cannot forget that 69% of Americans feel overwhelmed about the constant barrage of digital information2. It’s time to bring it back to basics and embrace the benefits of print.... Read More