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Guest post: Four photography brands that are nailing their digital marketing

March 2, 2019March 28, 2023 GaryPageau Canon, Facebook, GoPro, Instagram, Marketing, Nikon, Polaroid

In a digital age where consumers focus on the instant gratification of visuals and the attractive aesthetics of social media, photography brands have a head start against the rest. With a strong emphasis on imagery, an easily marketable product, and the ability to gather and utilize user-generated content for their own promotional gains, it’s not surprising that photography brands are... Read More

Events New Products Press releases

Polaroid Introduces the new Polaroid Mint 2-in-1 instant digital camera, Polaroid Mint instant digital pocket printer

August 30, 2018 GaryPageau IFA, Polaroid, ZINK

Polaroid’s Newest Innovations Offer a Modern Take on Capturing and Printing Photos On-The-Go BERLIN, Aug. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — (IFA Booth #107, Hall 25) – Polaroid today announced the release of its newest innovations in photo printing – the Polaroid Mint 2-in-1 instant digital camera and printer and the Polaroid Mint instant digital pocket printer. The Polaroid Mint camera simplifies instant... Read More

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Polaroid consolidates as Polaroid BV, sets up headquarters in Amsterdam

August 29, 2018September 2, 2018 GaryPageau Impossible Project, Oskar Smolokowski, Polaroid, Polaroid BV, Polaroid Originals

[Editor’s Note: Polaroid has quietly been changing its business, as the note below shows. Since the merger between Impossible Project and PLR IR Holdings – which essentially licensed the Polaroid name – the company has parted ways with CEO Scott Hardy, who kept the brand alive for nearly 13 years. Running Polaroid from Amsterdam will be Oskar Smolokowski, the 28-year-old entrepreneur... Read More

Opinion

Analysis: What is up with Snap?

March 14, 2018March 15, 2018 GaryPageau Apple, AR, Eastman Kodak Co., Engadget, Facebook, Google, Instagram, Kylie Jenner, Polaroid, Snap, Spectacles

Snap, the company, is an enigma. The company’s AR-powered social network/camera app is a phenomenon, yet the company itself isn’t turning heads. According to CNBC, Snap is laying off 100 engineers, accounting for 10 percent of the team. Not a great sign for an innovation-driven company. Previously, Snap has had layoffs in marketing, recruitment and content divisions. The news comes... Read More

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Polaroid debuts new range of 3D printers at CES 2018

January 10, 2018January 10, 2018 GaryPageau 3-D printers, CES 2018, Polaroid

Polaroid Adds Four Easy-to-Use Consumer 3D Printers to Line Offering a Wide Range of 3D Printing Options Las Vegas, Jan. 09, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Polaroid announced the launch of four new 3D printers for the US and Canadian markets. The new easy-to-use consumer 3D printers make the latest 3D printing technology accessible to anyone looking to add a... Read More

News Opinion

Top 10 Dead Pixels Society photo industry stories of 2017

December 26, 2017 GaryPageau Agfa, Canon, Costco, DxO, Fujifilm, Glossy Finish, Kodak, Kodak Alaris, Lifetouch, Minolta, NeoModern, Nikon, Polaroid, RPI, Shutterfly, Sony

It’s been a busy year for the Dead Pixels Society, with the launching of the full blog and a weekly newsletter. Here are the top 10 stories from the website, based on hits and shares: 10) Costco gets into business printing Costco has added business printing to its online Photo Center. The company notified customers of the addition of business... Read More

Market research Press releases

Instaprint Camera Market to Partake Significant Development During 2017–2027

November 15, 2017November 16, 2017 GaryPageau cameras, Fujifilm, Instaprint, Polaroid

The entire imaging industry is undergoing transformation, as imaging is the key technology which can be found in various spheres of application. With the advancement in technology, the medium or devices, and purpose to click pictures or images is evolving. Valley Cottage, NY — (SBWIRE) — 11/14/2017 — The entire imaging industry is undergoing transformation, as imaging is the key... Read More

News

Reuters reports Fujifilm Holdings does not infringe on Polaroid trademark

November 14, 2017 GaryPageau Fujifilm, Instax, Polaroid

According to a Reuters report, Fujifilm Holdings Corp. said in a lawsuit filed on Monday its Instax series of instant cameras and film do not infringe on trademark and trade dress rights owned by the successor to Polaroid Corp. Fujifilm is asking the U.S. District Court in Manhattan to grant it declaratory judgment against Polaroid trademark holder PLR IP Holdings... Read More

Marketing Opinion

Kodak missed the point of the PR moment

September 21, 2017September 21, 2017 GaryPageau Agfa, Canon, Fujifilm, kiosks, Kodak, Kodak Alaris, Minolta, Nikon, Polaroid, Sony

Kodak Alaris recently posted a press release about its new Kodak Moments marketing scheme. There was a time when Kodak “got” the point of the press release was to convey useful information, not dwell in a marketing-speak rathole. Kodak PR pros were literally the gold standard of the business; with this release, there wasn’t even a press contact person. As... Read More

New Products Press releases

Tote Photography Equipment and Gadgets in Style with the Polaroid Line of Lightweight, Protective Camera Bags

July 13, 2017 GaryPageau camera bags, Polaroid

Seven fashionable options for carrying photography gear and accessories easily, comfortably and safely Edison, NJ – July 11, 2017 – Transporting photography gear and other devices has never been easier than with the latest Polaroid lightweight camera bag line up, including attractively priced compact bags for mirrorless cameras, roomy backpack styles for DSLR systems and fast-access sling bags. Boasting a total of... Read More

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Embellish, Store and Thoughtfully Display Photographs with the Latest Scrapbooking Accessories from Polaroid

June 5, 2017June 3, 2017 GaryPageau Polaroid

EDISON, NJ (PRWEB) MAY 31, 2017 – Polaroid has just expanded its creative photo and lifestyle accessories with new additions to its line of instant photography scrapbooking accessories. With clever options for decoratively storing unused photos and elegantly displaying others, these latest additions ensure that every photo has the potential to become a beautiful addition to a home’s décor while preserving... Read More

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Polaroid Introduces Its New Smartphone — The Polaroid Cosmo Q5s

June 3, 2017June 3, 2017 GaryPageau MediaTek, Polaroid

MEXICO CITY, June 1st, 2017 — Today Polaroid, with an 80-year history as one of the world’s most recognizable brands, announced the arrival of a new smartphone for the Mexican market. In partnership with Telcel and developed with MediaTek, Polaroid launched its newest smartphone, the Polaroid Cosmo Q5s, to complement the brand’s line of mobile solutions already available in the... Read More

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Polaroid acquired by new ownership group

May 15, 2017May 23, 2017 GaryPageau Impossible Project, Polaroid

Minneapolis, MN, May 12, 2017 — PLR IP Holdings, LLC, the owner of the Polaroid brand and related intellectual property, has been acquired by a group of investors led by the Smolokowski family. The new owners acquired 100% of the shares, effective May 5, 2017, from the Pohlad family, Gordon Brothers, Hilco Global and others. The lead investor in the... Read More

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The Polaroid Pop Instant Digital Camera Offers a Modern Take on the Classic Polaroid Instant Print

January 5, 2017January 12, 2017 GaryPageau Polaroid

Debuting at CES 2017, the Latest Camera in the Polaroid Instant Digital Print Line Pairs Wireless Technology With the Iconic Polaroid 3×4″ Print LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ CES 2017 marks the debut of the newest camera in the wildly popular line of Polaroid instant digital photography products, the Polaroid Pop. The Polaroid Pop instant digital camera combines a... Read More

Opinion

Photo industry deserves better than lazy tech journalists

March 4, 2015May 10, 2017 GaryPageau Fujifilm, Kodak, Polaroid, Washington Post

A respectable publication like the Washington Post tries to cash in on the gadget craze by publishing clear link-bait article: 6 way-too-late attempts from the camera industry to compete with the iPhone It’s got all the buzzwords – iPhone, Instagram, etc. – while taking time to bash the photo industry. I mean, seriously. It’s one thing to say the iPhone... Read More