Category: Press releases

FASTSIGNS® recognizes achievements and honors franchisees at 2018 International Convention

February 2, 2018 Gary Pageau Fastsigns

CARROLLTON, Texas, Feb. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — FASTSIGNS International, Inc., a leading sign and graphics franchisor with more than 675 locations worldwide, held its 2018 FASTSIGNS® International Convention Jan. 17-20 in Houston, Texas. Themed All Systems Grow, the four-day event celebrated franchisee achievements and the continued growth of the franchise network in both sales volume and number of locations. Over 710... Read More

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GoPro rolls out enhanced subscription service: Plus

February 2, 2018 Gary Pageau

New Benefits. No Additional Cost. Damage Replacement, Mobile Cloud Backup and Unlimited Photo Storage Added to $4.99 Monthly Service SAN MATEO, Calif., Jan. 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO) is building on the success of its Plus subscription service with the introduction of new benefits that deliver significant value to GoPro customers at no additional cost. Today, the company... Read More

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Fujifilm announces the new X-AF – The lightest camera-zoom lens combination in the X series lineup

February 2, 2018 Gary Pageau Fujifilm, X-series

Featuring an enhanced sensor, newly developed zoom lens, the latest Bluetooth® technology, and 4K video recording, the X-A5 delivers outstanding image quality and ease of use Valhalla, N.Y., January 31, 2018 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation is excited to announce the new FUJIFILM X-A5 Digital Camera Body with XC15-45mm Lens Kit, the lightest camera-zoom lens combination within the X Series... Read More

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GoPro announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Results

February 2, 2018 Gary Pageau GoPro

Sell-Through Increases Following Pricing Initiatives 2017 Operating Expenses Down 34% YoY $247 Million in Cash at Year End 2017 – Up $50 Million From Q3 Expands ‘Plus’ Subscription Benefits at Same $4.99 Monthly Price – 130,000 Subscribers and Growing SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO) announced financial results for its fourth quarter and full year... Read More

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Fujifilm and Magnum Photos collaborate on international photo project

February 1, 2018February 6, 2018 Gary Pageau Fujifilm, Home, Magnum Photos

Sixteen Magnum Photographers Express Poetic Portrayals of “HOME” Valhalla, N.Y., February 1, 2018 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation is excited to announce its collaboration with Magnum Photos on an international photography project that explores the subject of “HOME.” Magnum Photos represents some of the world’s most celebrated photographers whose artistry combines an eye for documenting current events while taking on... Read More

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Vivid-Pix announces LAND & SEA SCUBA Picture-Fix software for Mac and Windows now supports RAW/DNG photos

February 1, 2018January 28, 2018 Gary Pageau Land & Sea Scuba, Vivid-Pix

Acclaimed photographer/instructor Cathy Church to provide video instruction of new capabilities Vivid-Pix, the inventor of easy-to-use image-improvement software, announced Vivid-Pix LAND & SEA SCUBA Picture-Fix software now supports Canon, Fuji, Nikon, Olympus, and Sony RAW, DNG, TIFF, PNG and JPEG images. The software is now available for Windows and Mac platforms. “Photographers, photo instructors, and many pros within the scuba... Read More

Events Press releases

Mediaclip to take part in the Business Forum Imaging Cologne event at the end of February

January 31, 2018 Gary Pageau BFI, Mediaclip

MONTREAL, QC. January 31, 2018 – Mediaclip™, the premier developer of product personalization software, announced its plans to attend and exhibit at the Business Forum Imaging (“BFI”) event, taking place Feb. 28- Mar. 1 in Cologne, Germany. This Forum by is presented by Photokina, the world’s leading tradeshow for photo and imaging, and in collaboration with its partners Photoindustrie-Verband... Read More

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FUJIFILM Holdings and Xerox Announce Agreement to Combine Fuji Xerox Joint Venture with Xerox

January 31, 2018January 31, 2018 Gary Pageau Fuji Xerox, Fujifilm, Xerox

Creates a Global Leader in Innovative Print Technologies and Intelligent Work Solutions NORWALK, Conn. and TOKYO — Xerox shareholders to receive a $2.5 billion special cash dividend, or approximately $9.80 per share, and 49.9% of the combined company; Fujifilm to own 50.1% Combined company to deliver at least $1.7 billion in total cost savings, with $1.2 billion to be achieved... Read More

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Xerox reports strong fourth-quarter 2017 results; delivers on full-year commitments

January 31, 2018February 6, 2018 Gary Pageau Xerox

Total revenue of $2.7 billion, up 0.5 percent or down 2.0 percent in constant currency year-over-year Equipment sale revenue up 4.3 percent or 1.5 percent in constant currency year-over- year Adjusted operating margin of 14.4 percent, up 0.2 points year-over-year Operating cash flow, both GAAP and adjusted, at high-end of guidance ranges Second-year savings from Strategic Transformation program above target... Read More

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Shutterfly Inc. announces definitive agreement to acquire privately-held Lifetouch

January 30, 2018 Gary Pageau Lifetouch, Shutterfly1 Comment

Combination significantly expands customer base and product range Lifetouch achieved revenue of $963.9 million and EBITDA of $111.3 million for the period ended June 30, 2017 Acquisition adds significant Revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and Cash Flow in the next twelve months with attractive future revenue and cost synergies Combined company total Adjusted EBITDA of at least $450 million targeted in 2020... Read More

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Shutterfly announces fourth quarter and full year 2017 financial results

January 30, 2018 Gary Pageau GrooveBook, Lifetouch, Shutterfly, Tiny Prints1 Comment

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Shutterfly, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFLY), the leading online retailer and manufacturer of high-quality personalized products and services, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2017. “Q4 was a strong conclusion to a year in which we made significant strides in positioning Shutterfly for long-term, profitable growth,” said Christopher North, President and Chief Executive... Read More

Events Press releases

CyberLink announces “2018 I Love This City” photography contest

January 30, 2018 Gary Pageau CyberLink

Calling all enthusiast photographers to get a free, lifelong version of PhotoDirector, and turn their favorite cityscapes into artistic masterpieces TAIPEI, Taiwan–(BUSINESS WIRE)-–CyberLink Corp., the world’s leading consumer multimedia software company, is launching its annual “I Love This City” photo contest for 2018. The contest invites everyone with a creative spirit to share their favorite city snaps, turning them into... Read More

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DNP releases software update for IDW500 Passport and ID Photo Solution

January 30, 2018 Gary Pageau DNP, IDW500 Passport and ID Photo Solution.

Version 3.1 improvements include image quality enhancement, auto-print functionality and display messaging. CONCORD, North Carolina – DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (DNP IAM) today announced the immediate availability of a comprehensive software update for the IDW500 Passport and ID Photo Solution. The new version 3.1 software provides both new features and updates to DNP’s award-winning IDW500 Passport ID Photo System. In the... Read More

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DNP to Host Product Giveaways at WPPI 2018

January 29, 2018 Gary Pageau DNP Photo, WPPI

Show attendees can enter for a chance to win a DS620A™ or SL620A™ dye-sublimation printer and a free case of media. WPPI (Booth #433), Las Vegas – DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (DNP IAM) will host two product giveaways of its award-winning dye-sublimation printers, the DS620A™ and SL620A™, at WPPI 2018. Expo attendees must visit the DNP booth #433 to enter... Read More

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Fujifilm introduces new rugged FinePix XP130, the perfect companion for any adventure

January 25, 2018January 25, 2018 Gary Pageau compact cameras, FinePix, Fujifilm

Featuring the latest Bluetooth® technology, four rugged protection features and versatile shooting functions in a compact, lightweight body Valhalla, N.Y., January 24, 2018 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation has announced the FinePix XP130, the newest addition to the rugged XP series. The XP130 is the first in the line to feature the latest Bluetooth® technology for easy to use, instant... Read More