Apple debuts iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro smartphones with numerous camera enhancements New Products 

Apple debuts iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro smartphones with numerous camera enhancements

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Apple Inc. today announced four models in the iPhone 16 family, all including a new “Camera Control” button, upgrades to the camera system and better battery life. The company also touted Apple Intelligence, its own version of a personal intelligence system that combines generative models with personal context, will start rolling out next month with iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and... Read More
Canon introduces the EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera New Products 

Canon introduces the EOS C80 6K Full-Frame Cinema Camera

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Canon U.S.A. Inc., announced the EOS C80 cinema camera, with a native RF-mount and full-frame, back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor.  The Canon Cinema EOS C80 Full-Frame camera is scheduled to be available in November 2024 for an estimated retail price of $5,499. The Canon EOS C80 camera features a 6K full-frame, back-illuminated CMOS sensor, with triple-base ISO.  The base ISOs of... Read More
The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 16-17, 2025 Events News 

The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 16-17, 2025

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The Dead Pixels Society, the photo/imaging industry’s leading news source, announces the Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) executive conference, March 16-17, 2025, at the RIO Casino and Resort, Las Vegas, NV. Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) serves as the premier executive networking conference for the photo/imaging sector. The conference unites industry leaders from printing, services, professional photography, technology, and retail for educational sessions and... Read More
DJI debuts palm-sized DJI Neo drone, adds DL 75mm f1/8 lens New Products 

DJI debuts palm-sized DJI Neo drone, adds DL 75mm f1/8 lens

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DJI announced the DJI Neo, a new personal lightweight and compact aerial videographer. Weighing less than 5 ounces (135g), Neo can take off and land from the palm of the hand, and can be flown indoors or outside for a flight time of up to 18 minutes, and takes 4K ultra-stabilized videos via QuickShots. The propellers are fully enclosed. “At DJI... Read More
NRF: Economy ‘on the cusp’ of a soft landing with recession unlikely   Market research 

NRF: Economy ‘on the cusp’ of a soft landing with recession unlikely  

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With the economy slowing but still growing and inflation down as the Federal Reserve prepares to lower interest rates, the United States appears to have dodged a recession, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist, National Retail Federation (NRF). “The U.S. economy is clearly not in a recession nor is it likely to head into a recession in the home stretch of... Read More
GoPro debuts two cameras: The $399 HERO13 Black and the $199 HERO New Products 

GoPro debuts two cameras: The $399 HERO13 Black and the $199 HERO

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GoPro announced two GoPro cameras: the top-of-the-line $399 HERO13 Black with its HB-Series Lenses, and the smallest, simplest 4K camera, the $199 HERO. “This year’s two new GoPro cameras are inspired by and built for the GoPro Community,” says Nicholas Woodman, GoPro Founder and CEO. “HERO13 Black features four new interchangeable lens mods that HERO13 automatically detects and adjusts its settings for,... Read More
Mastering Market Differentiation: Insights from Barry LaBov Podcasts 

Mastering Market Differentiation: Insights from Barry LaBov

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In a world where markets are increasingly crowded and competition is fierce, standing out has become more challenging than ever. The latest episode of the podcast features Barry LaBov, of LaBov Marketing and Communications, a former rock musician who has successfully transitioned into a marketing and communications expert. LaBov shares his wealth of knowledge on mastering market differentiation, avoiding commoditization, and... Read More
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