Les Shu
Former Digital Trends Contributor
I am formerly a senior editor at Digital Trends. I bring with me more than a decade of tech and lifestyle journalism experience. I have written for a variety publications that include Laptop, Men's Fitness, Computer Shopper, More, Best Life, and Men's Journal. My approach to tech is simple: Highlighting the best products that are easy to use with the most bang for your buck. On the side, I am an airline nerd (I also covered travel-related articles) who enjoys building Lego sets. Find me on Twitter or Instagram.
Indiegogo’s CEO on how crowdfunding is going beyond fundraising
Digital Trends Senior Editor Les Shu was joined by David Mandelbrot, CEO of Indiegogo, on DT Daily to talk about changes at Indiegogo and the crowdfunding industry in general, and how his company is better supporting entrepreneurs from start to finish. He also tells us his favorite Indiegogo campaigns.
Lifeprint’s Harry Potter printer adds motion magic to photos
Harry Potter fans can now print moving photos and declare their Hogwarts House loyalty with Lifeprint's Harry Potter Magic Photo and Video Printer and App. The instant photo printer adds AR motion elements from the Wizarding World, which you can bring to life with a smartphone.
Nikon gives full frame mirrorless its due with the new Z7 and Z6
Nikon's long-awaited mirrorless camera is finally here -- and there are two of them. The Z7 and Z6 are the first of the new Z-series, which also introduces a new lens mount that can accommodate wider apertures. The Z7 is the more detailed 45-megapixel camera, while the Z6 is the faster camera. Both cameras are now available.
Ricoh Theta V plug-in marketplace helps expand 360 camera features
The new Ricoh Theta V Partner Program opens up the company's flagship 360 camera to new features designed by third-party developers. The Theta V Marketplace is now open, allowing owners of the 360 camera to expand the features using plug-in software, such as adding Google Cloud capabilities.
Brother’s new INKvestment Tank printer is made for people who hate buying ink cartridges
With a new ink cartridge design, Brother's new INKvestment Tank printer can run for up to a year before the cartridges need replacing -- ideal for users who want convenience and cost-savings.
Here are the best Amazon Prime Day photography deals (updated)
Digital cameras and related accessories may not have a starring role in Amazon's Prime Day deals, but if you look hard enough, there are plenty of savings to be found for photographers. From action cameras to storage, here is a list of our favorite Prime Day photography deals.
How to take the best pet photos
Want to take professional-looking portraits of your pets? Follow these simple steps for professional-quality images.
How to take better pictures with your camera’s automatic mode
Don’t understand ISO, aperture and exposure length? No problem. Here’s how to take great photographs using your camera’s automatic mode.
Ricoh’s latest Pentax Star-series 50mm is its most advanced lens yet
Ricoh has revealed full details about its newest Pentax lens, a 50mm f/1.4 in the next-generation Star-series. Designed for enthusiasts and pros, the weather-sealed lens has advanced motors and coatings to capture the sharpest images.
10 travel gear to make the most of your summer jaunts
With the school year coming to an end and summer ramping up, you and millions of others are gearing up for travel. While you’re supposed to disconnect on vacations, we know geeks can’t leave the tech at home. Whether you’re traveling by air, train, bus, or car, here are a few of our must-pack gadgets to bring along.
Snap to it: 9 last-minute photography gift ideas for Mother’s Day
If mom is a fan of photography or a photographer herself, we have some recommendations for gift ideas this Mother's Day, including a portable printer, camera strap, leather bag, and smartphone lens, and more.
Southwest plane suffers in-flight engine failure, 1 fatality confirmed
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 flying from New York to Dallas suffered an engine failure, forcing an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Although the plane landed safely, one passenger was killed and damage is significant. A preliminary report by the NTSB indicated that the engine showed metal fatigue.
Ricoh Theta V review
Ricoh hasn’t changed the slim, easy to use profile of the Theta V, but it upgraded the guts to deliver great image quality, 4K video, spatial audio, and faster performance.
Fujifilm FinePix XP130 waterproof camera has Bluetooth for instant photo transfers
The new rugged FinePix XP130 compact camera from Fujifilm isn't radically different from its predecessor, but it adds Bluetooth for instant transfers of social media-ready photos.
Best camera of 2017
With an insanely fast burst mode and other cutting-edge tech, Sony's A9 full-frame mirrorless camera is one of our 2017 products of the year.
What do emojis mean in Snapchat? Here is a guide to what’s what
What do emojis mean in Snapchat? Each has a specific meaning that is based on your messaging habits. Here's what to know.
Livestream Mevo Plus hands-on review
The Mevo Plus is an improved camera from Livestream that addresses the issues of the original and adds support for new devices and new streaming platforms.