Sony Corp. announces development of spatial content creation system New Products 

Sony Corp. announces development of spatial content creation system

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The same week that Apple announced the shipping date of its Apple Vision Pro visual computer, Sony Corp. entered the fray with announcement of the development of “an immersive spatial content creation system, which includes an XR head-mounted display equipped with high-quality 4K OLED Microdisplays and video see-through function, and a pair of controllers optimized for intuitive interaction with 3D... Read More
ImageQuix announces acquisition of Skylab photo processing service Acquisitions News 

ImageQuix announces acquisition of Skylab photo processing service

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ImageQuix, a provider of workflow and e-commerce software for the high-volume photography industry, continued its acquisition spree with the acquisition of Skylab, an innovative photo processing service that makes high-quality retouching accessible to anyone in the world. This acquisition follows closely the recent announcement of the addition of Fotomerchant to the ImageQuix portfolio. Founded by photographer TJ Rak and machine... Read More
Roland DGA Corp. announces VersaOBJECT MO-240 UV Printer New Products 

Roland DGA Corp. announces VersaOBJECT MO-240 UV Printer

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Roland DGA Corp. launched the Roland DG VersaOBJECT MO-240, a UV benchtop flatbed printer that boasts two newly developed large printheads in a staggered formation, a new, more powerful UV-LED lamp, and dot control technology optimized for high-speed output – a combination that allows this device to achieve productivity of 22.28 square feet per hour in standard mode. Productivity for... Read More
IPI hosting IPI CONNECT event in Louisville, Ky Events News 

IPI hosting IPI CONNECT event in Louisville, Ky

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Independent Photo Imagers (IPI) announced IPI Connect, a one-day free educational event focused on hands-on learning of production. Specifically, the March 13 educational event will feature the latest equipment in a true production setting, with hands-on learning directly from vendor partner expert teams and experienced users. The featured equipment includes the Fujifilm Revoria digital press printer and the LogoJET UVx90R... Read More
Shifting Paradigms in Photo Prints and Advertising with Frintz’s Bill Testa Marketing Podcasts 

Shifting Paradigms in Photo Prints and Advertising with Frintz’s Bill Testa

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Learn more about the intersection of photo printing and direct-response advertising as Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society as he interviews  Bill Testa, the mastermind behind the new free photo-printing app, Frintz.  Moving away from his three-decade tenure in the printing industry, Testa has crafted an innovative platform where free, high-quality photos meet targeted advertising. Frintz is a fresh approach to consumer engagement and brand... Read More
Michael J. Ayers named Vice President of International Photographic Council’s Executive Board of Directors  People on the Move 

Michael J. Ayers named Vice President of International Photographic Council’s Executive Board of Directors 

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The International Photographic Council (IPC) announced the appointment of Michael J. Ayers as Vice President to its Executive Board of Directors. Founded in 1974, IPC is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing worldwide recognition of photography as a universal means of communication. “Michael represents our focus of Peace Through Photography, the Universal Language, says Andy Marcus, President of IPC. “As a... Read More
Cloudprinter shares data on print engines Market research News 

Cloudprinter shares data on print engines

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Cloudprinter posted data about the types of print flowing through its network. The data provides insight into the popularity of different print engine platforms and how seasonality comes into play. “December marks a distinct shift in Cloudprinter’s operational trends, reflecting the dichotomy between the professional market slowdown and the consumer holiday season peak. Our network sees a remarkable 70% of... Read More
Canon announces leadership changes for U.S., Canada News 

Canon announces leadership changes for U.S., Canada

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Canon U.S.A. Inc., Melville, NY, named Isao “Sammy” Kobayashi as its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. Kobayashi was most recently president and CEO at Canon Canada for the past year. Kobayashi succeeds Kazuto “Kevin” Ogawa, who will return to Japan for a new assignment following five years at Canon U.S.A., having served as president and CEO since April, 2020.... Read More
Epson announces DTG printer New Products 

Epson announces DTG printer

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Epson America announced a new SureColor F-Series direct-to-garment (DTG) printer, a versatile entry-level printer that is purpose-built for a range of DTG and direct-to-film (DTFilm) printing applications. The hybrid printer combines outstanding image quality, easy operation and flexible performance in one space-saving package to allow designers to spend more time creating. The SureColor F1070 (MSRP $7,495) will be available for pre-orders... Read More
JCPenney announces free professional headshots Marketing 

JCPenney announces free professional headshots

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JCPenney, through its partner, the Shutterfly division JCPenney Portraits by Lifetouch, is once again offering free professional headshots through its Snapshot for Success program, for the first 3,000 customers who sign before Feb 7. “At JCPenney, we are committed to serving America’s diverse, working families. Snapshot for Success is one way we’re standing with our communities to help make the... Read More
CNBC/NRF: Retail monitor numbers show retailers had strong holiday season News 

CNBC/NRF: Retail monitor numbers show retailers had strong holiday season

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Retail sales continued to grow in December, completing a strong holiday shopping season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF). “December’s numbers combined with November’s results show retailers had a very successful two-month holiday season,” said Matthew Shay, CEO and president, NRF. “Clearly, retailers got it right this holiday season,... Read More
Panasonic debuts LUMIX S-E100 small and light medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens New Products 

Panasonic debuts LUMIX S-E100 small and light medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens

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Panasonic announced the LUMIX S 100mm F2.8 MACRO (S-E100) L-mount lens, with a new optical design and a newly developed Dual Phase linear motor. The company claims the S-E100 is the world’s smallest and lightest medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens, weighing approximately 298 grams. The LUMIX S-E100 lens will be available at channel partners at the end of January... Read More
NRF: Economist says 2023’s consumer spending growth is ‘not necessarily sustainable’ in 2024 Market research 

NRF: Economist says 2023’s consumer spending growth is ‘not necessarily sustainable’ in 2024

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Consumers spent more than expected amid high inflation and high-interest rates during 2023, but spending growth is likely to slow in 2024, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said today. “The 2023 U.S. economy was marked in large measure by the impressive resiliency of the consumer,” Kleinhenz said. “A year ago, many commentators were skeptical and calling for a... Read More
School Photographers of America announces leadership change People on the Move Press releases 

School Photographers of America announces leadership change

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The Governing Board and officers of the School Photographers of America (SPOA) announce the resignation of the executive director, David Crandall. The separation is amicable and the association will continue its programs and services without interruption. The association leadership has immediately begun the executive search process for a successor. Crandall played a key role as one of the 10 founders... Read More
Apple Vision Pro available in the U.S. on Feb. 2 News 

Apple Vision Pro available in the U.S. on Feb. 2

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Apple announced the Apple Vision Pro headset will be available beginning Friday, Feb. 2, at all U.S. Apple Store locations and the U.S. Apple Store online. Vision Pro is a spatial computer that blends digital content with the physical world and unlocks powerful spatial experiences in visionOS, controlled by a user’s eyes, hands, and voice. An all-new App Store provides... Read More