A 4V camera for shooting holograph-like content is coming from RED, Lucid
A camera capable of shooting 4V content for the RED Hydrogen One's holographic-like display will launch shortly after the smartphone. RED and Lucid are working to develop a prosumer camera capable of shooting 4V and 3D, expected out before the end of the year. The 8K camera will also stitch in real time.
Google Photos is seeing stars (and hearts) with new social reactions
Google will soon look a bit more social with two new reactions. One, the heart, is designed for viewing friends photos, while the other, a star is to help you find your own favorite images later. The first update is slated for roll out this week, the company shared on Twitter today.
Photo FOMO: Fujifilm designs new app, Pentax gaining third-party app controls
Too busy shooting to follow photo industry news? This week, Fujifilm launched a new app for the X series and GFX series. Pentax users could also soon have more apps to choose from now that the company has opened an SDK. The apps, along with news from Snapchat Spectacles and Gfycat, are in this week's Photo FOMO.
Instagram finally (sort of) gets that share button in the form of stickers
Gotta share that gem you spotted in your Instagram feed? Now you can, but in Stories. The Instagram share sticker allows users to share feed posts to other users' Stories as a sticker. The shared posts can be customized. And for the users that don't want their photos shared, there's an opt-out option.
Facebook wants to spot political misinformation as it happens
Can Facebook move from reacting to election abuse to squashing political misinformation as it happens? The platform wants to, and a partnership with the Atlantic Council is one more step on that journey. The organization will help spot misinformation trends for real-time insights.
Facebook Stories grows up, adds new options, from audio to archiving
Facebook is focusing on the full-screen Stories sharing format with a trio of new features coming to the app. The update is slated to bring audio posts, along with options to archive, and an option to shoot now and save later. The tools are first rolling out in India, but are expected to see a wider rollout.
You’re not hearing things: Viral Laurel vs. Yanny debate is an audio brain teaser
What do you hear -- Laurel, or Yanny? In a debate that's closing in on the iconic blue-gold dress scale, a robotic recording has internet users divided. So is it Laurel or Yanny, and why are people hearing different things from the same audio file? We got the dish on the robotic recording that originated on Reddit.
Messenger speeds up reporting with tools to flag harassment, impersonation
Facebook Messenger now allows users to report abuse that violates Community Guidelines inside the app with a few taps. The update brings tools previously only available on the web to the mobile apps. Facebook also recently launched a new tool to help teenagers navigate Facebook and Messenger.
WhatsApp’s latest update brings more order and control to group chats
WhatsApp is rolling out new tools for group chats. A new shortcut button helps recap mentions and replies, while the group's new description displays info for new members. The update also includes changes to administration tools and tweaks to what happens after a member leaves the group.
How to take better pictures when you know nothing about photography
Have no idea what exposure or bokeh is? While you may have to understand the jargon to call yourself a photographer, you can learn some basic photo tips without all the confusing terms. Learn how to take better pictures with this plain-English guide on basic photo tips.
Away from the studio? Alfred A.I. fixes bad lighting on phone photos
Can't fit studio lighting gear in your pocket? Relonch Alfred is an A.I.-powered app that helps correct bad lighting in smartphone shots by automatically making localized adjustments based on exposure and color maps of the image. Future versions of the app will also work with video.
Smart home automation is now one of Yelp’s fastest-growing categories
With quadruple the number of searches for "smart home," home automation is one of Yelp's fastest growing categories for Home and Local. Yelp recently shared just how many new business listings the category is responsible for, with the most growth coming to the cities with the healthiest economies.
Instax Square SQ6 is Fujifilm’s first fully analog camera for square film
Fujifilm's Instax Square family just gained its first fully analog member. The Fujifilm Instax Square SQ6 is the company's first fully analog film camera for the square film format. The SQ6 features a handful of shooting modes, a flash, LED display, and a viewfinder for about $130.
Less than 10 percent of Twitter users questioned fake news, study suggests
A new study from the University of Buffalo suggests less than ten percent of the users that interact with a rumor question the Tweet's accuracy. The study looked at 20,000 tweets on fake news surrounding the Bostom Marathon bombings and Hurricane Sandy. A majority of those that responded helped spread the tweet.
Will Nikon’s big shakeup result in new high-end cameras?
Nikon posted a profit increase, suggesting the restructuring and focus on high-end cameras is stabilizing the company. With that success, Nikon will continue to focus on advanced cameras and meet customer demands. However, it also recognizes a tough sales climate ahead.
Photo FOMO: Record-breaking 1 million-megapixel macro, new camera sales records
In this week's Photo FOTO, it's all about those records -- like the 1 million-megapixel photo that's the world's first terapixel macro, or the eighth consecutive year of record sales for CMOS sensors. Find the records and other photo industry news in this week's Photo FOMO.
Panasonic Lumix TS7 dives deeper with 4K, more megapixels, and a viewfinder
Panasonic's compact camera line is sporting a new design -- and it's not just for looks. The new Panasonic Lumix TS7 has a built-in viewfinder and deep 102-foot underwater rating, while enhancing the sensor and adding 4K video. The TS7 also brings 4K photo modes, including post focus, to the company's rugged compacts.
A.I. could help cameras see in candlelight, research suggests
Could computational photography help cameras shoot in minimal light with little noise? Research from the University of Illinois and Intel suggests the possibility. The project, called the See-in-the-Dark Dataset, uses artificial intelligence developed from paired long and short exposure images.
This plug-in uses A.I. to create closed captions inside Premiere Pro
Done manually transcribing those videos for closed captioning? Why not give the job to A.I.? Trint now has a plug-in that generates closed captions inside Premiere Pro. The tool works with Trint's software to transcribe the video, edit what the A.I. came up with and export as a closed captioning file or text file.
KodakOne uses blockchain and web crawlers to spot stolen images
Kodak licensee Wenn Digital is using blockchain to create a registry of images called KodakOne and cryptocurrency to pay photographers for images. While KodakOne is slated to arrive late this year, the cryptocurrency KodakCoin will launch on May 21 with SEC-registered broker-dealers.
How to photograph kids
Kids create photo-worthy moments -- but their non-stop movement also makes it pretty hard if you don't learn how to photograph kids. From simple steps like shooting from their eye level to the more advanced shooting modes, this guide helps parents capture those fleeting moments of childhood in a frame-worthy way.
With developer program, Google Photos is about to become a lot more versatile
Google Photos is expanding with third-party app integration, thanks to a new Google Photos Partner Program. The change allows app developers build Google Photos features into their apps, which means you'll start seeing new ways to use the photo platform from integration with apps to digital picture frames.
Facebook confirms it’s making a big move with many of its executives
Facebook's leadership structure looks a bit different now -- but even users that don't care about the who's who of Facebook could see the effects as the company creates teams for privacy tools and blockchain technology. The change creates three divisions for Facebook, each with a number of different teams.
8×10 app lets you sell your Instagrams as framed fine art in a few finger taps
Want your Instagrams to live in more than just pixels, but don't want to tackle the task of actually printing them? 8x10 is a new app that allows Instagrammers to sell their work as fine art prints without dealing with the sales, printing, and shipping. With the app, artists create signed, limited edition print runs.
Hootsuite’s new tools add posting and scheduling to Pinterest
Pinterest just joined Hootsuite's growing list of partner integrations. The move allows Hoosuite users to post or schedule Pins, along with adding new boards, thanks to a partnership with the social media platform. Paid users can also access Pinterest analytics from Hootsuite.
Like that food photo? Book a table — or tickets — without leaving Instagram
Instagrammers can now book tickets or reserve a table without leaving the social network. A new tool allows businesses to add third-party booking tools to the profile page, creating a shortcut when users spot a photo they want to see in real life. The booking tool comes alongside new Direct Messages for businesses.
YouTube helps creatives tackle tough topics, from hate speech to extremism
YouTube Creators for Change has announced the 2018 list of creatives. The program will help YouTube creators create content that addresses topics like hate speech, extremism, and xenophobia. So who's getting YouTube funding, mentorship and support? Here's the full list of the creators in the program.
Miss the big play? Facebook will now let you rewind live videos
Tune out during a livestream and miss the big moment? No biggie -- Facebook will now let you rewind Live videos during the stream, even before it ends. The change is one of three Live features launched this week that are focused on simplifying broadcasts for both streamers and viewers.
Shutterstock’s A.I. helps prevent you from committing copyright infringement
Shutterstock is building new A.I. tools to help find images faster, including a new Google Chrome extension. Shutterstock Showcase, previously Shutterstock Labs, now has a tool for refining searches from multiple images or finding an image with specific space reserved for text.
Hasselblad expands the X1D mirrorless family with its widest lens yet
The Hasselblad X1D mirrorless camera now has an even wider lens to twist on the front -- the Hasselblad XCD 21mm f/4 lens. The lens is the company's widest yet for the XCD line and brings the total in the series to five, continuing the company's push to offer nine XCD lenses before the end of the year.
How influential are you? Skorr uses A.I. to measure and improve social reach
Think you need to be a big brand to see how much reach your post had? Skorr is a new app designed for monitoring social media performance for both individuals and small businesses. Using both data and A.I., the app also offers tips for improvement and ways to challenge friends to a social influence contest.
Facebook labels you as a liberal or conservative — here’s how to turn it off
As you click around Facebook, the social media network tracks whether your views are liberal, conservative, or somewhere in between, as well as your political party. Find that level of tracking creepy? There's an option to remove both labels inside the settings. Here's how.