Perfect Corp. launches YouCam AI Chat all-in-one AI assistant New Products 

Perfect Corp. launches YouCam AI Chat all-in-one AI assistant

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Perfect Corp. introduced YouCam AI Chat, a new AI-powered assistant built to help users create, plan, learn, and stay inspired through smart, intuitive conversations. Powered by leading multi-model AI technology including GPT-4.1, GPT-4o, GPT-4o mini, and DeepSeek R1, YouCam AI Chat delivers a personalized and responsive experience across a wide range of everyday tasks. Effortless Image Generation transforms text into impactful... Read More
Claranova reports 4% third-quarter growth on restated earnings report Earnings reports News 

Claranova reports 4% third-quarter growth on restated earnings report

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French imaging software publisher Claranova publishes its revenue for the first 9 months of the 2024-2025 financial year (July 2024 – March 2025) refocused on solely Avanquest activities. The myDevices and PlanetArt divisions are being sold, so they are no longer part of the group’s consolidation scope within the framework of the application of IFRS 5. Avanquest achieved revenue of... Read More
GelatoConnect releases 149 features in the first quarter News Updates 

GelatoConnect releases 149 features in the first quarter

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GelatoConnect, the operating system for print production, said it released 149 new features in Q1 2025—accelerating the development of tools helping print producers unlock growth, increase efficiency, and gain control across their operations, from procurement to workflow to logistics. “There’s a massive opportunity in print—and until now, the technology hasn’t kept up,” said Paul Hudson, CEO of Hudson Printing. “What... Read More
Cimpress signs deal for 10 – 20 HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026 News 

Cimpress signs deal for 10 – 20 HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026

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HP and Vistaprint parent Cimpress have agreed to install 10 to 20 new HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026. Following the preliminary announcement at drupa 2024, HP and Cimpress have formally agreed to install 10 to 20 new HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026. The installation of the... Read More
Getting more from your gear: OWC’s approach to tech longevity News Podcasts 

Getting more from your gear: OWC’s approach to tech longevity

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Ever wondered if your “failing” memory cards might just need some TLC? Larry O’Connor, founder and CEO of OWC (Other World Computing), shatters common misconceptions about technology lifespan while revealing game-changing approaches to extending the life of your digital gear. Since founding OWC in 1988, O’Connor has maintained a singular focus: “giving users more from the technology they have.” What began as memory... Read More
NRF: Census data shows steady retail sales in April as tariff concerns continued Market research News 

NRF: Census data shows steady retail sales in April as tariff concerns continued

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Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau shows shoppers remained engaged in April amid continued concern over tariffs on imported merchandise, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist, National Retail Federation (NRF). “Consumers are still spending despite widespread pessimism fueled by rising tariffs,” said Kleinhenz said. “While tariffs may have weighed on spending decisions, growth is coming at a moderate pace... Read More
Flam raises $14 million to scale AI infrastructure for brand and marketing industry globally Investments News 

Flam raises $14 million to scale AI infrastructure for brand and marketing industry globally

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Flam, the AI-powered mixed reality (MR) publishing platform, announced it has raised $14 million in Series A funding to scale its AI Infra, used by marketers to turn touchpoints into appless app-less digital and 3D experiences. Flam is best known in the imaging industry for its innovations in the volume photography industry, offering the UniClip video product and serving as the... Read More
Kornit Digital reports first quarter sales were level Earnings reports News 

Kornit Digital reports first quarter sales were level

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Kornit Digital Ltd. reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. First quarter revenues were $46.5 million, in line with previous guidance, compared with $43.8 million in the prior year period. and the first quarter GAAP net loss of $5.1 million. “We delivered to our commitments in Q1, even as we operated in an uncertain macro environment,” said... Read More
Xerox announces Lexmark execs joining leadership team Acquisitions News 

Xerox announces Lexmark execs joining leadership team

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As part of Xerox Holdings Corp.’s acquisition of Lexmark International, Inc., the company announced two Lexmark executives will join its Executive Committee at the close of the acquisition, expected at the close of the third quarter of 2025. Further strengthening the Xerox leadership team, Kim Kleps will serve as Xerox Chief People Officer, effective immediately.  The incoming Executive Committee members... Read More
Panasonic announces firmware updates for some LUMIX lenses/ LUMIX Flow / LUMIX Lab Updates 

Panasonic announces firmware updates for some LUMIX lenses/ LUMIX Flow / LUMIX Lab

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Panasonic announces a new firmware update for the LUMIX S1RII, the release of workflow-supporting applications LUMIX Flow and LUMIX Lab, and updates for S Series lenses. The latest firmware update for S1RII is scheduled to be available for download free of charge in 2025. In the meantime, the LUMIX Flow and LUMIX Lab applications, along with the lens firmware update,... Read More
Panasonic announces full-frame LUMIX S1II and LUMIX S1IIE cameras, LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 Lens New Products 

Panasonic announces full-frame LUMIX S1II and LUMIX S1IIE cameras, LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 Lens

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Panasonic introduced two full-frame cameras, the LUMIX S1II and S1IIE, and the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 (S-E2460), a large-aperture standard zoom lens. The LUMIX S1II and S1IIE cameras and the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 (S-E2460) lens will be available starting late June. The LUMIX S1II features a newly developed 24.1MP full-frame partially stacked CMOS image sensor and is powered by... Read More
Laowa releases wide-angle macro lens 15mm f/4.5 0.5X Macro for full frame sensors New Products 

Laowa releases wide-angle macro lens 15mm f/4.5 0.5X Macro for full frame sensors

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Venus Optics released the 15mm f/4.5 wide-angle lens with a 0.5x magnification ratio. The 15mm lens is crafted to be lightweight and compact, with 0.68lb/ 308g, making the lens easy to carry and use on the go. The US price for Laowa 15mm f/4.5 0.5X Wide Angle Macro is USD399. Ultra-wide 15mm Perspective 5x Magnification Ratio (Close Focusing at 12.9cm)... Read More
Subscription and service revenue growth a bright spot in otherwise gloomy GoPro first quarter Earnings reports News 

Subscription and service revenue growth a bright spot in otherwise gloomy GoPro first quarter

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GoPro Inc. reported first-quarter subscription and service revenue grew 4% to $27 million but that wasn’t enough to offset the overall 14% revenue decline to $134 million. The company sold 18% fewer cameras in the quarter. The company reduced its quarterly net loss considerably. “Our Q1 results reflect our commitment to reducing operating expenses, down 26% year-over-year, improving subscription ARPU,... Read More
DJI Mavic 4 Pro unlocks shots from any angle New Products 

DJI Mavic 4 Pro unlocks shots from any angle

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DJI introduces the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, featuring a brand new 100MP Hasselblad sensor and large CMOS dual tele cameras housed in an Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation, a 51-minute maximum flight time, improved Omnidirectional Obstacle Sensing and 30km HD Video Transmission. “When we launched the previous model this was the first drone with a triple camera combination, allowing content... Read More