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GoPro launches HERO13 Black Ultra Wide Edition GoPro announced a special edition of its flagship HERO13 Black camera, the HERO13 Black Ultra Wide Edition. The specialty edition ships with the Ultra Wide Lens Mod pre-installed on HERO13 Black for up to 177° field of view straight from the box and…

Retouch4me combines combines portrait retouching technologies into one plugin AI-based photo and video retouching solutions Retouch4me has combined its neural network-based portrait-retouching technology into a single plugin, Apex. The Apex plugin includes more than 10 tools, including Heal, Dodge…

IPC commemorates photographers and leaders at annual hall of fame luncheon at United Nations For more than 50 years, the International Photographic Council (IPC) has been celebrating outstanding photographers and educators who have shaped the future of visual storytelling. Based on the…

Sony Electronics launches  GP-VPT3 shooting grip, RMT-VP2 wireless remote commander Sony Electronics Inc. introduces the Wireless Shooting Grip/Tripod (GP-VPT3) and the Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-VP2), featuring Bluetooth wireless technology compatible with Alpha Series and Vlog Camera Series.…

ZHIYUN launches CINEPEER SMOOTH 5E mainstream smartphone gimbal ZHIYUN announced the launch of a smartphone camera gimbal, the CINEPEER SMOOTH 5E. Designed to elevate smartphone videography, the $149 SMOOTH 5E delivers stable camera movement with an orthogonal 3-axis structure, offering a broader…

Alyrick BV brings total holdings of Smartphoto Group to 73% after Smartphoto group NV announced Alyrick BV revealed the results of the initial acceptance period of its mandatory public takeover bid in cash for all outstanding shares in Smartphoto not already held by Alyrick or its affiliates.…

Claranova sets June 27 for OGM to vote on sale of PlanetArt Following the recent announcement that PlanetArt parent Claranova was planning to sell the personalized products output business to focus solely on its software business, the company has announced the negotions with General Atlantic…

Durst debuts printers at FESPA The Durst Group, a leading manufacturer of digital printing and production technologies, presented a strong appearance at this year’s FESPA Global Print Expo 2025 in Berlin. “FESPA 2025 is not just about new products for us, it’s about showcasing our technological…

Other World Computing launches OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock Other World Computing (OWC) announced the launch and pre-order availability of the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock. Built to meet the demands of creatives, power users, and professionals alike, this all-in-one connectivity solution redefines desktop…

Viltrox debuts seven-inch camera monitor Viltrox announced the launch of the DC-A1 Camera Monitor, a seven-inch ultra-bright 1920×1080 FHD touchscreen. The DC-A1 displays in 4K resolution at 60Hz, delivering lossless, high-definition HDMI 2.0 signals for a clear, smooth monitoring experience. The…

Fujifilm introduces X half premium compact digital camera FUJIFILM North America Corp., Electronic Imaging Division, announced the launch of its FUJIFILM X half premium compact digital camera (X half). Inspired by half-frame film cameras, best known for how they are casually used on the go, the…

Burnout-proof your creative business, with Celi Arias Celi Arias knows what it means to struggle as a creative entrepreneur. From sleeping on an air mattress on her factory floor to building and selling multi-seven-figure businesses, her journey has been anything but linear. Now, as the founder…

From passion to profitable: Celi Arias on building a business The journey from creative passion to sustainable business is one that many entrepreneurs struggle to navigate. In a recent episode of the Dead Pixels Society podcast, Celi Arias, CEO and founder of Grown Ass Business, shared invaluable…

Panasonic announces firmware updates for some LUMIX lenses/ LUMIX Flow / LUMIX Lab Panasonic announces a new firmware update for the LUMIX S1RII, the release of workflow-supporting applications LUMIX Flow and LUMIX Lab, and updates for S Series lenses. The latest firmware update for S1RII is…

Panasonic announces full-frame LUMIX S1II and LUMIX S1IIE cameras, LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 Lens Panasonic introduced two full-frame cameras, the LUMIX S1II and S1IIE, and the LUMIX S 24-60mm F2.8 (S-E2460), a large-aperture standard zoom lens. The LUMIX S1II and S1IIE cameras and the LUMIX S 24-60mm…

Laowa releases wide-angle macro lens 15mm f/4.5 0.5X Macro for full frame sensors Venus Optics released the 15mm f/4.5 wide-angle lens with a 0.5x magnification ratio. The 15mm lens is crafted to be lightweight and compact, with 0.68lb/ 308g, making the lens easy to carry and use on the go. The US…

Claranova reports 4% third-quarter growth on restated earnings report French imaging software publisher Claranova publishes its revenue for the first 9 months of the 2024-2025 financial year (July 2024 – March 2025) refocused on solely Avanquest activities. The myDevices and PlanetArt divisions…

GelatoConnect releases 149 features in the first quarter GelatoConnect, the operating system for print production, said it released 149 new features in Q1 2025—accelerating the development of tools helping print producers unlock growth, increase efficiency, and gain control across their…

DJI Mavic 4 Pro unlocks shots from Any Angle for Aerial Narrators DJI introduces the DJI Mavic 4 Pro, featuring a brand new 100MP Hasselblad sensor and large CMOS dual tele cameras housed in an Infinity Gimbal with 360° rotation, a 51-minute maximum flight time, improved Omnidirectional Obstacle…

Flam raises $14 million to scale AI infrastructure for brand and marketing industry globally Flam, the AI-powered mixed reality (MR) publishing platform, announced it has raised $14 million in Series A funding to scale its AI Infra, used by marketers to turn touchpoints into appless app-less…

Cimpress signs deal for 10 – 20 HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026 HP and Vistaprint parent Cimpress have agreed to install 10 to 20 new HP Indigo 120K or 18K digital presses globally during 2025 and 2026. Following the preliminary announcement at drupa 2024, HP…

Kornit Digital reports first quarter sales were level Kornit Digital Ltd. reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. First quarter revenues were $46.5 million, in line with previous guidance, compared with $43.8 million in the prior year period. and the first quarter GAAP net…

New Imaging World photo show adds one-day conference The recently announced Imaging World photo event in Germany, Oct. 10-12, in Nuremberg, has added a one-day Profi Summit to focus on creativity, artificial intelligence, and photo law & business.  With this program, Imaging World organizer…

Xerox announces Lexmark execs joining leadership team As part of Xerox Holdings Corp.’s acquisition of Lexmark International, Inc., the company announced two Lexmark executives will join its Executive Committee at the close of the acquisition, expected at the close of the third quarter of 2025.…

Perfect Corp. launches YouCam AI Chat all-in-one AI assistant Perfect Corp. introduced YouCam AI Chat, a new AI-powered assistant built to help users create, plan, learn, and stay inspired through smart, intuitive conversations. Powered by leading multi-model AI technology including GPT-4.1,…

Final call for the CEWE Photo Award 2025 Photo enthusiasts from all over the world can submit their best shots to this year's CEWE Photo Award – the world's largest photography competition – until May 31, 2025. This year, special highlights await all participants: In addition to the main prizes,…

National Genealogical Society, Vivid-Pix, FamilySearch join together for healthy aging symposium May 22 In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the National Genealogical Society, the leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting genealogical research and education, Vivid-Pix, a leader…

Subscription and service revenue growth a bright spot in otherwise gloomy GoPro first quarter GoPro Inc. reported first-quarter subscription and service revenue grew 4% to $27 million but that wasn't enough to offset the overall 14% revenue decline to $134 million. The company sold 18% fewer…

Getting more from your gear: OWC’s approach to tech longevity Ever wondered if your "failing" memory cards might just need some TLC? Larry O'Connor, founder and CEO of OWC (Other World Computing), shatters common misconceptions about technology lifespan while revealing game-changing approaches to…

NRF: Census data shows steady retail sales in April as tariff concerns continued Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau shows shoppers remained engaged in April amid continued concern over tariffs on imported merchandise, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist, National Retail Federation…

Apogree Enterprises reports fourth-quarter and full-year results Apogee Enterprises, Inc. reported its fiscal 2025 fourth-quarter and full-year results. The prior year's fourth-quarter and full-year results included the impact of an additional week of operations compared to fiscal 2025. Three…

Gartner: Supply chain leaders plan to pass costs to customers as top tariff mitigation strategy According to a survey by Gartner, Inc., 45% of supply chain leaders anticipate passing costs to their customers as their primary strategy for mitigating new tariff costs. Forty-three percent of…

Profoto announces first-quarter sales down almost 4 percent Swedish lighting manufacturer Profoto first-quarter net sales totaled SEK 164 million (compared to SEK 171 million), down 3.7 percent. Organic growth totaled -4.7 percent, and the currency effect was 1.0 percent. Profit for the period was…

Nikon kicks off U.S. tour Nikon Inc. kicked off first-ever Nikon Tour. where a team of Nikon experts will be travel the country in a branded SUV, hosting a variety of consumer-focused activations in various US cities, including Chicago, San Diego, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Houston. The Nikon Tour…

Fujifilm reports 8% revenue increase for full year ending March 31, 2025 FUJIFILM Holdings Corp. announced financial results for the full fiscal year ended March 31, 2025. For the fiscal year, revenue increased by 7.9% year-over-year to JPY3,195.8 billion. This growth was primarily supported by…

Kodak reports flat revenues, net loss for first-quarter 2025 Eastman Kodak Co. reported financial results for the first quarter 2025 were consolidated revenues of $247 million, compared with $249 million for Q1 2024, were roughly flat year over year. The gross profit was $46 million, compared with…

Early bird pricing for SPOA Summit ends May 15 Early bird pricing ends May 15 for the School Photographers of America (SPOA) 2025 International Summit on School Photography and Yearbooks, June 24-26, in Raleigh, N.C., at the Marriott Crabtree Valley. SPOA members receive a $100 discount on…

SeaLife unveils SportDiver S underwater smartphone housing SeaLife has introduced the SportDiver S, an underwater smartphone housing designed for divers and snorklers of all abilities. The new compact housing dives to a depth of 100 feet (30 meters) and offers several updates over the original…

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: April sales growth as consumers stocked up ahead of tariffs Retail sales grew in April as many consumers moved up buying to avoid higher prices expected to come with tariffs, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National…

NRF: Import cargo levels to see first year-over-year drop since 2023 Import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is expected to see its first year-over-year decline in over a year and a half this month as the effect of tariffs imposed by President Donald J. Trump on the supply chain…

AI-powered photo curation, with Troy DeBraal, MediaViz Ever found yourself frantically scrolling through thousands of photos trying to find that one perfect shot you know exists somewhere? This frustration sparked the creation of MediaViz AI when founder Troy DeBraal's business partner slammed his…

Xerox reports first-quarter revenue down 3 percent Xerox  Holdings Corp. reported first-quarter revenue of $1.46 billion, down 3.0 percent, and 1.1 percent in constant currency. The GAAP net (loss) of $(90) million, or $(0.75) per share, improved by $23 million or $0.19 per share, year-over-year,…

End of an era: Nikon discontinues last flagship DSLR Nikon Corp. has listed its flagship DSLR, the D6, on its official list of discontinued products. Released in 2020, the D6 is equipped with a 105-point AF system with which all focus points utilize cross-type sensors and all can be selected. The…

Kornit Digital, Gooten Expand Access to Kornit’s Global Fulfillment Network for On-Demand Production Textile printer maker Kornit Digital Ltd. announced Gooten, a leading print-on-demand fulfillment and technology company, has integrated with Kornit’s Global Fulfillment Network (GFN). The…

Print Media Centr launches “How to Use AI” webinar series The Printerverse - Print Media Centr is launching a practical 3-part live webinar series, "How to Use AI: Think Smarter. Prompt Better. Scale Faster." Built specifically for print professionals, marketers, business owners, sales, and team…

Photoroom launches three AI tools for product photography Hot AI imaging startup Photoroom has announced three AI tools specifically for product photography. The tools are powered by OpenAI’s gpt-image-1 image‑generation API. The new tools appear inside the existing AI Tools tab and work…

Alyrick BV launches its mandatory public takeover bid  on smartphoto group NV Smartphoto group NV announces Alyrick BV is launching its previously announced mandatory public takeover bid for all shares in Smartphoto not already held by Alyrick or its affiliates. Back in March, the Smartphoto board…

Viltrox debuts Vintage Z1 retro camera flash Viltrox announced the new Vintage Z1 camera flash, which brings retro aesthetics and modern lighting technology together in a newly portable form: a palm-size lightweight design. The Viltrox Vintage Z1 comes with a white diffuser to soften its light,…

Gelato, MH+P Technology partner at FESPA 2025 to showcase the power of software + machines Gelato and MH+P Technology will join forces at FESPA Global Print Expo 2025, Europe’s leading trade show for large format graphics and apparel printing. From May 6–9 at Messe Berlin, visitors can find the…

Glossy Finish announces licensing deal with National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Glossy Finish, a premier provider of high-quality photography and the Official Photography Partner of Cooperstown All Star Village,  announced a licensing agreement with the National Baseball Hall of Fame and…