Lightricks launches generative AI film platform New Products 

Lightricks launches generative AI film platform

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AI-based imaging company Lightricks – which publishes the popular photo and video editing apps Facetune, Photoleap, and Videoleap – announced today the upcoming launch of LTX Studio, a generative AI-driven editing platform for video production and filmmaking. The public is invited to join the waitlist to access and be among the first to experience following the March 27 launch event. Lightricks... Read More
Beamr Imaging launches cloud video service on AWS New Products 

Beamr Imaging launches cloud video service on AWS

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Beamr Imaging Ltd., known for its video optimization technology, has announced the release of its new Beamr Cloud Video Software as a Service (SaaS). The service is designed to address the growing complexities and costs of video processing in the digital age, where video content generation is at an all-time high due to the proliferation of devices like smartphones and... Read More
Mastering SEO Alchemy: Proven Strategies for Converting with Jesse Ringer Podcasts 

Mastering SEO Alchemy: Proven Strategies for Converting with Jesse Ringer

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Unlock the secrets of SEO mastery with the guidance of Jesse Ringer, the founder of Method and Metric, based in British Columbia. This episode navigates the world of search engine optimization (SEO), with Ringer sharing his strategies that transform everyday websites into powerful customer magnets. He confronts the outdated practices that plague the internet, like keyword stuffing, and charts a... Read More
Nikon Z9 to be implemented as part of NASA’s Artemis moon mission News 

Nikon Z9 to be implemented as part of NASA’s Artemis moon mission

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Nikon Inc. has entered into a Space Act agreement with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to support the agency’s Artemis campaign with the Handheld Universal Lunar Camera (HULC) development. The Nikon Z 9, Nikon’s mirrorless full-frame flagship, as implemented in the HULC system, will be the handheld camera for the upcoming Artemis III mission which will be used... Read More
Kingston Digital introduces Canvas React V60 SD Card New Products 

Kingston Digital introduces Canvas React V60 SD Card

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Kingston Digital, Inc., the flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., announced it is shipping the Canvas React Plus V60 SD memory card. The latest addition expands the Canvas React family of memory cards tailored for UHS-II photography enthusiasts. The new V60 SD card offers speeds up to 280MB/s and storage capacities reaching 1TB. In addition to its impressive speeds, the Canvas... Read More
London’s Lapse closes $30 million Series A round for Gen-Z friendly photo sharing network Investments 

London’s Lapse closes $30 million Series A round for Gen-Z friendly photo sharing network

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    Friends-focused photo-sharing app Lapse, based in London, has closed an oversubscribed $30 million Series A round. Co-led by Greylock and DST Global Partners, preeminent investors in the Internet technology sector, existing investors GV (Google Ventures), Octopus Ventures, and Speedinvest returned to participate alongside high-profile angel investors Naveen Gavini (former Chief Product Officer at Pinterest), Soleio (designer and investor), Nima Khajehnouri (former VP of... Read More
Photoroom secures $43M in Series B Funding, launches AI photo-editing features forbusinesses Investments 

Photoroom secures $43M in Series B Funding, launches AI photo-editing features forbusinesses

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Paris, France-based Photoroom, the popular AI photo editor maker, has successfully closed a $43 million Series B funding round. The funding round, led by previous investor, Balderton and new investor, Aglaé, with YCombinator participating, brings Photoroom’s total funding to $64 million. “Photoroom shattered all expectations,” says Cameron Curtis, EVP of Worldwide Digital Marketing at Warner Bros. “Its unparalleled ease of use... Read More
Saramonic unveils Blink500 B2+ wireless mic system New Products 

Saramonic unveils Blink500 B2+ wireless mic system

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Saramonic released the Blink500 B2+ wireless microphone system, equipped with USB-C, Lightning, 3.5mm TRS, and 3.5mm TRRS connectors. The 4-in-1 Blink500 B2+ boasts wide compatibility with most shooting devices. The Blink500 B2+, an upgraded version of the Blink500 B2, allows dual-device connectivity with one receiver at the same time. The company says this is ideal for live streamers, content creators,... Read More
ZEISS introduces the Nano Prime high-speed cine lenses for mirrorless full frame cameras New Products 

ZEISS introduces the Nano Prime high-speed cine lenses for mirrorless full frame cameras

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ZEISS Consumer Products launched ZEISS Nano Primes, the first high-speed (T1.5 throughout) cine lenses made specifically for mirrorless full-frame cameras, initially available with Sony E-mount. These primes offer a pleasing, versatile look that is adaptable for an extensive range of shooting situations and a compact, lightweight design that makes them easy to use on any set or location. Available in... Read More
Transforming Your Video Marketing Strategy with Mike Vanelli News 

Transforming Your Video Marketing Strategy with Mike Vanelli

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In this episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, Mike Vanelli, creative director of  Envy Creative illuminates the rapid evolution of the video marketing industry. Vanelli shares the trends and techniques for anyone looking to reach their audience on social platforms like TikTok and Instagram with videos that pack a punch in way less time than your morning coffee run. Vanelli brings his Los Angeles... Read More
Dutch startup IXXI launches photo subscription plan New Products 

Dutch startup IXXI launches photo subscription plan

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North Brabant-based IXXI, a startup specializing in personalized wall decoration, announced IXXI Play, a photo subscription plan, according to Silicon Canals. According to the company, this patented product transforms photos into collages, blocks, calendars, and books, encouraging users to appreciate big and small moments. “This way, users are truly encouraged to be mindful of their most precious moments, big and... Read More
CIPA data for 2023 shows higher-value mirrorless cameras making double-digit gains Market research 

CIPA data for 2023 shows higher-value mirrorless cameras making double-digit gains

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The Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has published its data report for the full year 2023. Shipments of cameras (fixed and interchangeable lenses) dropped by 3.6% in terms of numbers but increased by 4.9% in value. Mirrorless camera shipments increased by 18.6% in terms of cameras shipped and 10.9% in terms of value. DSLR camera shipments skidded by 36%... Read More