NRF: Census retail sales data shows households ‘have the underpinnings to spend’ Market research News 

NRF: Census retail sales data shows households ‘have the underpinnings to spend’

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Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau shows retail sales continued to grow in August, fueled by rising wages amid falling inflation, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist, National Retail Federation (NRF). “These numbers show the continued resiliency of the American consumer,” Kleinhenz said. “While sales growth decelerated from last month’s pace, there is little hint of consumer spending unraveling.... Read More
Phyron AI Platform introduces AI-Guided Photography App New Products 

Phyron AI Platform introduces AI-Guided Photography App

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  Sweden and UK-based video tech company Phyron has launched its first mobile app, as a complement to their ecosystem of AI-powered tools that help automotive retailers sell cars faster. The latest addition to its product suite gives automotive dealers the power to capture professional quality photos at scale. The entire ad-creation process is designed to take no longer than... Read More
FastEditor adds editor for promotional products New Products 

FastEditor adds editor for promotional products

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FastEditor, a leader in editing software for photo products, has officially expanded its offerings to include promotional product creation with the launch of its highly anticipated Logo Editor for promotional products and merchandise. With a combined approach of a frictionless online experience with full automation in the back-end of the process, this solution will bring higher conversion rates and large... Read More
IDC: Mixed and Extended Reality Headsets to Drive Strong Growth Through 2028 Market research 

IDC: Mixed and Extended Reality Headsets to Drive Strong Growth Through 2028

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The decline in worldwide shipments of augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) headsets continued during the second quarter of 2024 (2Q24) as volumes contracted 28.1% year over year to 1.1 million units, according to new data from the International Data Corp. (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Augmented and Virtual Reality Headset Tracker. The decline is expected to carry forward as full-year shipments... Read More
CIPA releases consumer digital camera market research for Japan Market research 

CIPA releases consumer digital camera market research for Japan

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The Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA)  recently conducted the Integrated Survey of Photo Imaging Market: Japan Edition, targeting users of digital cameras and smartphones. Traditionally, the organization says digital cameras make outings and trips more enjoyable.  This series of surveys gives a strong impression that this is what it means to live with a digital camera, and this is... Read More
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: Retail sales grew again in August as inflation eased Market research News 

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: Retail sales grew again in August as inflation eased

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Retail sales increased again in August as consumer demand and easing inflation overcame slower job growth, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions. “Retail sales data shows that consumers continued to spend on household priorities in August,” said Matthew Shay, President and CEO. “This is despite a slowing labor market that is expected to prompt the Fed... Read More
Rise Above Research announces new photo reports Market research News 

Rise Above Research announces new photo reports

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Rise Above Research has updated its reports page with the latest industry research. Here are some of the recent entries: 2024 US Photo Prints Forecast: 2023-2028  – The 2024 US Photo Prints Forecast: 2023-2028 is a five-year forecast for traditional photo prints, with volume and revenue broken out by home, online and retail store printing. The report includes a summary... Read More
Canva unveils “Love Your Work” brand campaign, while facing backlash for massive price hike Marketing News 

Canva unveils “Love Your Work” brand campaign, while facing backlash for massive price hike

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Canva, the popular visual communication platform, launched its “Love Your Work” brand campaign to reflect the company’s increasing focus on the workplace and spark a dialogue around workplace culture. This comes with a brand-new strategic platform for the company. The campaign, which will runs through Oct. 31, captures the magic of how Canva empowers people to feel pride in their... Read More
Hipstamatic launches Party! disposable camera app for apps New Products 

Hipstamatic launches Party! disposable camera app for apps

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Membership-driven photo app community Hipstamatic has launched a new app called Party! Disposable Camera by Hipstamatic. The app, based on the Hipstamatic D-Series (2011) and DSPO (2015) themes, is designed for weddings, events, and nights out. Party! Disposable Camera by Hipstamatic lets event attendees take pictures using a “digital disposable camera”, where the photos are revealed to the group after... Read More
Eugene Smith Fund increases cash awards for Smith Grant Finalist, Chapnick Grant Recipient, adds second student grant Events News 

Eugene Smith Fund increases cash awards for Smith Grant Finalist, Chapnick Grant Recipient, adds second student grant

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The W. Eugene Smith Fund announced it is increasing its cash awards to some of its grant and finalist recipients and adding a second grant to its Smith Student grant category. Thanks to new corporate donors and increased financial support from current patrons, the Eugene Smith Fund is able to now award two Smith Grant Finalist awards each in the... Read More
Leica debuts Leica M11-D, an $9,350.00 camera without a back display New Products 

Leica debuts Leica M11-D, an $9,350.00 camera without a back display

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Leica Camera AG has introduced the Leica M11-D digital rangefinder camera. The $9,395 camera goes back to basics, without any back LCD. In place of the display, there is a big ISO dial on the back of the camera. The camera combines classic functionality and styling with the latest in technology, including hardware-based authenticity technology, which was first introduced into the... Read More
Sony launches ECM-L1 lavalier mic New Products 

Sony launches ECM-L1 lavalier mic

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Sony Electronics announces the ECM-L1, a professional-quality lavalier microphone with plug-in power. The ECM-L1 has a 3.5mm mini plug providing plug-in power support and is designed for an extensive range of uses, including direct connection to Sony’s Alpha series cameras equipped with aux audio inputs or wireless microphone transmitters. Featuring a compact pin design, it can be discreet without sacrificing... Read More
Canon debuts RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens, SELPHY QX20 compact photo printer News 

Canon debuts RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens, SELPHY QX20 compact photo printer

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Canon U.S.A., Inc. announced the RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens and SELPHY QX20 compact photo printer. The RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens is Canon’s new standard zoom lens, primarily for full-frame camera users, offering a widely adjustable focal range from 28mm to 70mm with a constant F2.8 aperture. The lens features optical image stabilization, which offers up to 5.5 stops... Read More
WaldoPro announces auto-discounting feature Marketing Updates 

WaldoPro announces auto-discounting feature

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WaldoPro released its new auto-discounting feature. This tool empowers photographers to offer limited-time discounts as well as minimum-spend discounts, designed to stimulate early purchasing and increase average order values, the company said. Photographers can now easily set time-sensitive discounts on their photo galleries, encouraging clients to make purchases quickly. This urgency helps convert browsing into buying. The new feature also... Read More
From Motorsport to Nature Photography and Beyond, with Scott Bourne Podcasts 

From Motorsport to Nature Photography and Beyond, with Scott Bourne

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Prepare to be inspired as we delve into the remarkable career of Scott Bourne in this engaging podcast episode. Scott takes us on an extraordinary journey through his five-decade-long career in photography, from his unexpected start at the Indianapolis 500 to his prominence in nature and bird photography. This episode is a testament to Scott’s adaptability, passion, and relentless pursuit... Read More