Want to chime in? Viewers can now ask to join any Instagram live-stream
After adding the ability to invite a friend to Instagram live, viewers can now send a request to join too.
Want to capture 360 video wherever you go? Wear these sunglasses
360 video is coming to wearables -- the Orbi Prime is a pair of sunglasses capable of recording 360 video using four built-in cameras.
Construction worker arrested after Facebook mistranslates greeting into a threat
Facebook translates billions of words every day but it also recently led to a mistaken arrest in Israel.
Snap Inc. enters one of biggest TV deals yet with Time Warner shows
An agreement with Time Warner means that Snapchat users will have access to three more original shows a day by the end of 2017.
Snapchat embraces link sharing on iOS, adds temporary Ghost Mode
Snapchat timed Ghost Mode allows users to turn location off temporarily. The update also comes with iOS link sharing.
Homeland Security will soon consider social media on every visa application
A Privacy Act of 1974 update means social media and search history data is collected on every applicant for U.S. immigration.
Wow! Facebook now allows users to react to chats inside Messenger
Facebook's news feed reactions are now debuting in Messenger. The app now allows users to like or use an emoji to react to messages.
Android users can now live-stream to Facebook in 360 with Giroptic’s iO camera
The compact Giroptic iO 360 smartphone camera is now available for Android. It was designed in partnership with Facebook.
Twitter confirms it’s testing a new ‘tweetstorm’ feature for lengthy rants
A developer recently uncovered a hidden feature allowing users to post a Tweet series without actually manually numbering those posts.
Facebook wants you to find friends with similar interests in latest app update
A new Facebook things in common feature allows users to see what they have in common with other users, including interests and places.
Screen share comes to Facebook Live for streaming games, tutorials
Facebook Live isn't limited to video selfies -- now, users can share their screen from desktop browsers as well.
Pinterest video ads now autoplay in home feed and search results
Get ready to watch more video ads on Pinterest -- the platform today launched autoplay for video ads in the home feed and search.
Go bananas with Photoshop Easter eggs (and a hidden tool that’s actually useful)
Bored? Try finding these Photoshop Easter Eggs or create a Mandala design with a hidden Photoshop feature.
Forget the paintbrush — paint with a flashlight and a smartphone with Pablo
A new app, Pablo, is working around electronic shutter pitfalls of smartphones by turning light-painting videos into still photos.
DJI investigates Spark drone after users report fly-aways and unexplained crashes
A handful of DJI Spark users have reported unexplained fly-aways and crashes, prompting the company to investigate.
Could an automated sports broadcast algorithm put videographers out of work?
One research project has taught cameras how to follow the action in sports games by imitating actual human operators.
Extreme athletes redesigned the smartphone gimbal to be mount-friendly
Smartphone gimbals create steady footage -- but they also tend to be bulky. One simple design change is allowing the FlowMotion One to be mount-friendly.
Polaroid tells Fujifilm to stop making square film — or pay up
Polaroid is asking Fujifilm to stop making square film or start paying royalties -- so Fujifilm is asking the courts for help.
iOS Portrait Mode not enough? Focos is a free app for customizing that blur
Don't like the level of blur in the portrait mode? Didn't get the shot in focus? Not an issue with a dual lens iPhone and an app called Focos.
There’s a hidden iPhone camera mode that puts a magnifying glass in your pocket
iPhone cameras can double as magnifying glasses -- if you know how to access the hidden camera mode introduced with iOS 10.
With some mirror magic, the Fishball records 360 video from any iPhone camera
Don't want to drop $500 on a 360 camera? The Fishball gives the iPhone camera a 360 view with some mirrors and lenses.
Instagram fans can now Story and Save all they like from mobile browsers
Instagram Stories still require a smartphone -- but the feature will soon be available on mobile browsers as well.
29-year company vet takes the reins as Nikon Inc.’s Americas region president
Nikon Inc. has a new president and CEO. Bo Kajiwara was appointed as the new Americas region head on November 14.
LensRentals review
LensRentals makes it easy to get the gear for that shoot with a wide selection, easy ordering and excellent customer service.
Can’t spend $9K on a high-end camera? ‘Rent a Hasselblad’ is the next-best thing
Medium format is often just a dream camera -- but photographers can get their hands on one (temporarily) with new Hasselblad rentals.
Twitter to take back those verified badges if users don’t follow its new rules
Twitter users with verified badges aren't grandfathered in with new rules the platform is adding -- violate them, and that badge is removed.
Facebook Trust Indicators tool hoists red flags to help you spot fake news
Facebook Trust Indicators are designed to help readers determine if a source is reliable, including indicating who owns the company.
Adobe just made it easier to download Lightroom files from the cloud
Lightroom CC backs up original files -- and now photographers can easily download Lightroom files from the cloud using Lightroom Downloader.
Study: Social media bots aren’t just annoying, they’re used to sway opinions
Social media bots aren't just annoying sales pitches -- they can be used to promote a politician or drop an issue out of trending topics.