SIRUI launches two new mobile lenses New Products Press releases 

SIRUI launches two new mobile lenses

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Verona, N.J. (July 1, 2019) – SIRUI USA proudly announces the launch of two new lenses to help broaden the creativity of smartphones for photography and videography. The high-quality construction, adaptability, and ease of use of these lenses will be sure to make them a favorite of the smartphone photographer and videographer. TL-400mm Long Focus Lens Kit This SIRUI telephoto... Read More
Spintop Ventures invests SEK 16 million in photobook startup Once Upon News 

Spintop Ventures invests SEK 16 million in photobook startup Once Upon

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Spintop Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies from across the Nordic region, will invest SEK 16 million (about $1.7 million US) in Once Upon, a photobook app company located in Skellefteå, Sweden. The announcement said the company will use the investment to advance its new collaborative photobook experience. “Our new function where several can collaborate live... Read More
Hasselblad commemorates 50 year anniversary of first moonwalks Events Press releases 

Hasselblad commemorates 50 year anniversary of first moonwalks

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Shortly after the Lunar Module Eagle touched down at Tranquility Base, astronauts Aldrin and Armstrong aboard the Apollo 11 mission would don their bulky space suits and step carefully down onto the dusty ground, becoming the first visit by humankind to the lunar surface. Naturally, the tools chosen to record and document this momentous occasion represented the best technologies of... Read More
Panasonic announces firmware updates for LUMIX mirrorless cameras Press releases Updates 

Panasonic announces firmware updates for LUMIX mirrorless cameras

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NEWARK, N.J., June 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic has announced that the company will release the firmware update programs for the LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras to enhance the functions and usability. All programs will be available at LUMIX Global Customer Support website https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/ at UTC 1:00 on July 9, 2019. The cameras and the programs to be updated are as follows. Full-frame Mirrorless Camera... Read More
Photoshop plug-in resource, courtesy of Skylum Software Tips and tricks Updates 

Photoshop plug-in resource, courtesy of Skylum Software

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Before launching Luminar Flex a few weeks ago, Skylum did a little research to see what plugins for Photoshop are currently available on the market. They collected more than 100 different plugins that might be useful for photographers, designers and Photoshop users. Here is an organized and number list to refer to: For photographers Luminar Flex – This plugin offers... Read More
Scodix adds web-to-print software for digital enhancement Press releases Updates 

Scodix adds web-to-print software for digital enhancement

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The new Scodix software integrates digital enhancement seamlessly into existing web-to-print workflows allowing businesses to unlock higher value print sales SCODIX, ISRAEL – June 27, 2019 – Scodix, the world’s leading provider of digital enhancement solutions for the graphic arts industry, today announces the launch of Scodix Studio W2P solutions, unlocking new profitable digital enhancement applications for web-to-print businesses and... Read More
Think Tank Photo announces the Digital Holster 150 camera holster New Products Press releases 

Think Tank Photo announces the Digital Holster 150 camera holster

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Think Tank Photo announces the Digital Holster 150, a camera holster designed to offer quick access and transport for your super telephoto zoom lenses. SANTA ROSA, CALIF. (PRWEB) JUNE 28, 2019 – Think Tank Photo announces the Digital Holster 150 a camera holster designed to offer quick access and transport for your super telephoto zoom lenses. With the versatility of a 150–600mm, you... Read More
Xerox advances inkjet technology with Baltoro HF Inkjet Press News 

Xerox advances inkjet technology with Baltoro HF Inkjet Press

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First press in its class to leverage automated intelligence and deliver true HD image quality NORWALK, Conn. —  Xerox announces the Xerox Baltoro™ HF Inkjet Press, a cut-sheet production press that enables clients to print high-volume, transactional work and high-quality direct mail and catalogs on a single press with superior image quality and productivity. The Baltoro HF is Xerox’s first product... Read More
OPPO unveils under-screen camera tech at MWC Shanghai Events Press releases 

OPPO unveils under-screen camera tech at MWC Shanghai

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DUBAI, UAE, June 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — OPPO today unveiled its groundbreaking technology Under-Screen Camera (USC) at MWC Shanghai 2019, which offers “real full screen” user experience. “OPPO is committed to product and technology innovation that creates a more immersive and comprehensive experience for users,” said Andy Shi, President, OPPO MEA. “USC is part of OPPO’s vision for the future that we hope... Read More
APTech launches new learning program series Events Opinion Press releases 

APTech launches new learning program series

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The PRINT Innovation Exchange featured dynamic speakers and unparalleled networking opportunities  Minneapolis, MN—The Association for PRINT Technologies brought the print community together for lively discussions dynamic speakers and high impact networking in late June at the PRINT Innovation Exchange at the Millenium Hotel in Minneapolis MN. Launched in December 2018 to rave reviews the program has now expanded into an on-going... Read More
App updates, financial updates, industry notes and more New Products News People on the Move Press releases Tips and tricks Updates 

App updates, financial updates, industry notes and more

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New apps and updates Fotomerchant HV v1.30 was released, including many updates to the Shopping Cart to further improve the user experience of ordering photos.  Phase One launches Capture One CH for Windows Phase One advances IQ4 Infinity Platform with more photographer controls Painter 2020 from Corel features new streamlined workflow, GPU-based brushing, and convenient color selection Sony introduces live streaming for HXR-NX80 and PXW-Z90 camcorders with... Read More
Sigma announces five hands-on workshops for July Events 

Sigma announces five hands-on workshops for July

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This month’s specialty photography workshops, hosted at Sigma dealer locations nationwide, will cover aircraft, wildlife, macro photography and more! RONKONKOMA, N.Y., June 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, today announced its Dealer Workshop lineup for the month of July, featuring five specialty workshops. Photographers of all levels can... Read More
It’s time we give Eastman Kodak some credit Feature News Opinion 

It’s time we give Eastman Kodak some credit

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Another business/tech writer is trying to make their bones with a continuation of the tired story of how Eastman Kodak Co. flubbed the analog-to-digital transition. This time, Tracy Moran, deputy editor of Ozy.com posted “Kodak Got The Digital Picture Too Little, Too Late.” The tagline for Ozy.com is “Fresh Stories and Bold Ideas,” but ironically, this blog post is neither... Read More
Fujifilm warns of faux film News 

Fujifilm warns of faux film

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Fujifilm Corp. issued a warning about “35mm film non-genuine goods illegally using FUJIFILM logo”, where a film-developing shop in Japan encountered the bogus film, which was loaded with movie film. Movie film cannot be developed with the normal color-negative film development process (C-41) because the special backing on the film will contaminate the developer. If this happens, the entire film... Read More
Volume photographers looking to move online, mobile, according to PhotoDay Market research 

Volume photographers looking to move online, mobile, according to PhotoDay

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Survey Says: Online is Here to Stay, a blog post by Marissa Latshaw, CMO of PhotoDay, was a blog post covering the findings from a survey of volume sports, school and event photographers from across the country. PhotoDay surveyed 310 volume photographers who were evenly split between male and female. Nearly half were between the ages of 45 and 65.... Read More