FOREVER updates Valet image upload and management app Updates 

FOREVER updates Valet image upload and management app

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FOREVER announced an update to its Valet software application, which is designed to enable people to easily bulk upload thousands of digital memories with corresponding photo organization, including metadata, to their FOREVER accounts. Valet will also allow you to download your data from FOREVER, while retaining the organization structure. New features of Valet include: Valet users can now select multiple... Read More
pexar by Lexar launches figital picture prame with up to 2K resolution at IFA 2024 Events New Products 

pexar by Lexar launches figital picture prame with up to 2K resolution at IFA 2024

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pexar, a brand of Lexar, launched its pexar digital picture frames at IFA 2024, featuring up to 2K resolution and an anti-glare display. pexar is a new brand by Lexar that aims to bring captured moments to life with advanced imaging, memory, and storage technologies. “Lexar is a trusted memory technology leader and the pexar brand is an extension of... Read More
Layflat.com binding innovations to be showcased at Printing United Events News 

Layflat.com binding innovations to be showcased at Printing United

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Layflat.com AG, the world leader in high-volume photobook production equipment, will feature its industry-leading bindery equipment at Printing United, Sept. 10-12, in Las Vegas, NV. Layflat.com exhibition will showcase its solutions through the company’s North America partner, APS Imaging Solutions, at in the Central Hall, C2977. “At Printing United 2024, Layflat.com will showcase various binding solutions,” says Djawad Khorosh, CEO, Layflat.com.... Read More
Snap continues to struggle as growth slows Investments News 

Snap continues to struggle as growth slows

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Last week, Snap CEO Evan Spiegel marked the company’s 13th anniversary with a letter to employees that did not strike a celebratory tone. Instead, the Snapchat founder said the company is struggling, with its share price down 45% this year. According to an analysis at Sherwood news, “Snap, like Meta, relies on advertising for the overwhelming majority of its business,... Read More
Felix Schoeller to debut sustainable print products at Printing United New Products 

Felix Schoeller to debut sustainable print products at Printing United

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Felix Schoeller is previewing its new sustainable product solutions at this year’s Printing United. The S-RACE TERRA sublimation paper made of 100 percent recycled fibers, the SCM pro terra and the polyethylene-free ULTRA green photo paper are the consistent implementations of the promise to use resources and make an essential contribution to society consciously and the environment with sustainable paper... Read More
Samsung, Apple and Xiaomi command half of the global smartphone market so far this year Market research 

Samsung, Apple and Xiaomi command half of the global smartphone market so far this year

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According to Statista, while not quite a duopoly, Apple and Samsung have long been known to produce the most popular smartphones from a global perspective. Over the past years, however, Chinese tech companies have started catching up and, at times, even overtaking the product lines of both the South Korean and the U.S. phone manufacturers. The chart above is based on data from the IDC... Read More
Fiverr: With Gen Z planning to spend more, retailers focus on AI, social media, and deep discounts Market research 

Fiverr: With Gen Z planning to spend more, retailers focus on AI, social media, and deep discounts

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Fiverr International Ltd. released research exploring retailers’ readiness for the upcoming holiday season. Fiverr conducted a global survey of more than 2,500 consumers and more than 2,500 small-to-medium business leaders (excluding sole traders) in partnership with Censuswide, across USA, UK, Germany, France, and Australia. The findings reveal a more strategic approach to how businesses manage marketing efforts, freelance talent, and... Read More
Printful announces partnership with Brikl to expand services for US customers Partnerships 

Printful announces partnership with Brikl to expand services for US customers

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Print-on-demand company Printful announced a partnership with Brikl, a provider of uniquely scalable on-demand online stores. This collaboration offers opportunities for US and global businesses in the promotional products industry through an integration with Brikl’s technology. Customers can now benefit from quick and reliable order processing, access to hundreds of Printful products, and an on-demand experience that meets increasing customer... Read More
Best Buy reports second quarter sales decline 2.3% Earnings reports 

Best Buy reports second quarter sales decline 2.3%

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Best Buy Co., Inc. announced results for the 13-week second quarter ended Aug. 3, 2024 as compared to the 13-week second quarter ended July 29, 2023. Comparable sales declined 2.3% to Q2 FY25 Q2 FY24 Revenue ($ in millions) Enterprise $9,288 $9,583 Domestic segment $8,623 $8,890 International segment $665 $693 Enterprise comparable sales % change1 (2.3)% (6.2)% Domestic comparable sales... Read More
PRINTING United Expo coming fast Events News 

PRINTING United Expo coming fast

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PRINTING United Alliance, returns to Las Vegas Sept. 10-12, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This year’s Expo promises an extensive lineup of education, equipment, and networking opportunities. “In terms of new and innovative technology, it is certainly an exciting year,” says Mark J. Subers, president, PRINTING United Expo. “For those that didn’t have the opportunity to attend drupa,... Read More
Fujifilm announces FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Wide-Angle Zoom Lens News 

Fujifilm announces FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Wide-Angle Zoom Lens

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FUJIFILM North America Corp., Optical Devices Division, announces the availability of the FUJINON DUVO HZK14-100mm T2.9-3.9 Portable PL Mount Zoom Lens (DUVO 14-100mm). Initial orders of DUVO 14-100mm are expected to begin shipping to customers by the end of September 2024. Like its predecessors, DUVO HZK25-1000mmF2.8-F5.0 PL Mount Cinema Box Lens and DUVO HZK24-300mm T2.9-4.2 Portable PL Mount Zoom Lens, the DUVO 14-100mm... Read More
Canon launches the imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 Professional A2 Plus inkjet printer New Products 

Canon launches the imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 Professional A2 Plus inkjet printer

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Canon U.S.A., Inc., launched the imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 Professional Inkjet Printer, a 17-inch, large-format desktop printer with 11 colors plus a “Chroma Optimizer,” the newest product in Canon’s “imagePROGRAF series” large format printers for photographers and fine art. The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 is scheduled to be available September 2024 for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $1,299.99. By adopting the... Read More