Nearly a third use smartphones and tablets for creative projects, study shows
A new study suggests that smartphones and tablets are becoming a bigger part of the creative process for some users.
Photomatix Pro is giving photographers more tools for realistic HDR
The stand-alone HDR program Photomatix Pro was recently updated to include several new tools for more natural edits.
VSCO’s popular mobile filters are now available for desktop photo editing
Fans of the VSCO app's film-like filters can now access the same effects with a Lightroom and Photoshop preset collection.
COVFEFE Act would make it illegal for the president to delete tweets
Should Tweets from the president's personal account be subject to preservation in the national archives? This bill named after the infamous covfefe typo aims for more transparency for presidential social media use.
5 updates coming to Adobe Stock, including content from Reuters
Adobe is significantly enhancing its Adobe Stock image collection with new search functions and content partners.
Camera sales are continuing to pick up in 2017 after years of decline
After five years of decline, 2017 is looking up for camera companies as the industry stabilizes based on the latest CIPA data.
Here's the incredible story behind the first photo ever shot with a smartphone
Happy birthday, smartphone photography! The first photo shot on a smartphone was taken 20 years ago, with integrated cameras following later.
Facebook wants to turn real emotions into emojis by using your webcam
Future versions of Facebook could watch users via camera to find the appropriate emoji or enhance the newsfeed.
TriggerTrap remotes go open source, may not be defunct after all
Smartphone camera remote company TriggerTrap may be closing, but the computer-savvy can help keep the app alive for current users.
Edit your photos with a single click using Phase One’s latest tool
New actions allow Capture One users to apply stylistic looks in one click, ranging from black and white to seasonal styles.
Politicians can gain better insight into their voters with new Facebook update
A Facebook Town Hall update allow politicians to see who actually lives in the district they represent in three features launched Wednesday.
This filter lets you shoot the solar eclipse without wrecking your sensor
Lee Filter launched its own solution with a filter designed specifically for capturing the upcoming total eclipse.
Flickr gets more portfolio friendly with complete redesign of profile pages
Photographers using Flickr to display their work now have a new customization options with a new About page.
Forget camera glasses, this wearable camera picks the best moments by itself
Benjamin Button is a wearable camera for kids and parents with an AI software that picks out the best moments.
Facebook users will soon start seeing more live videos with closed captioning
While the feature still requires broadcast equipment or software, Facebook users should be seeing more live videos with Closed Captions.
Ona launches limited-edition wanderlust-inspired camera bags
Each of the 100 bags in Ona's new limited edition series uses a different pattern, a design inspired by travel and sourced from Mexico.
Stop ranting to your friends — Facebook now lets you ‘tag’ your local politicians
Politically inspired status updates can now be easily tagged with a politician's contact information, thanks to a new Facebook feature.
Facebook and Instagram launch new stickers, reactions for #Pride2017
Facebook and Instagram are showing support for LGBTQ Pride Month with a new set of stickers, photo filters, and, for Facebook, a reaction.
Sony teases the development of a new full-frame cinema camera
As videographers pick up full-frame DSLRs, Sony is responding with a newly developed full-frame sensor inside its next cinema camera.
With a 5.7K sensor and built-in filters, the Panasonic EVA1 looks to impress
With a small body but big resolution, Panasonic is hoping to bridge the gap between their 4K mirrorless camera and bulky cinema shooters.
Samyang’s fast new 35mm is less than half the cost of the Zeiss lens
Sony shooters have another 35mm option -- without the premium price point -- with Samyang's launch of a 35mm f/2.8.
Can’t afford the DJI Inspire? Win one in this aerial video contest
SkyPixel's first contest of 2017 is offering drone enthusiasts the chance to win a $15,000 prize package including a DJI Inspire 2.
Snapchat's camera glasses are available outside the U.S. with Europe's Snapbots
Snap's colorful smiling Snapbots are now in Europe, along with online availability overseas, reaching Snapchat's second largest user base.
This social media platform is dedicated entirely to GIF-like animated stills
Photographers can now gain access to a unique animation software for free, unlocking new features by growing their followers.
Hateful content will not earn ad revenue on YouTube after guidelines get tougher
YouTube is continuing to clarify what content can be considered for ad revenue after big brands objected to where their ads were being placed.
The pinhole technique comes to video with Thingify's sleek $50 camera lens
Photography doesn't get much more traditional than pinhole -- but this lens is bringing the technique to 2017 with adjustable pinholes.
Panasonic is researching a sensor that captures HDR in one shot
Research recently published by Panasonic suggests the company is developing a high dynamic range sensor that can adjust each pixel.
The touchscreen camera interface gets an upgrade with Halide, a new iOS app
Gesture controls are coming to the iPhone camera, thanks to Halide, a new iOS app offering advanced controls and a gesture interface.
Facebook Albums expands beyond photos with text, check-ins, and video
Facebook Albums is set to grow as the social media platform has shared new features for expanding the feature with new content.
Who defines 'hotness'? FaceApp under fire for filter that favors lighter skin tones
The popular new app FaceApp is coming under fire for a 'hotness' filter that appears to favor lighter skin tones.
Photokina makes trade show an annual event, says photography has made gains
Moving from an every-other-year schedule to an annual show, Photokina 2018 is set to include a wider range of imaging tech.
Google quietly kills off Nik Collection, has no plans for future updates
The popular Nik Collection of plugins are no longer compatible with Photoshop, after Google said they will not release more updates.
It's hip to (not) be square: Instagram Direct no longer requires crops
Private chats on Instagram are getting even more streamlined -- photos can now be sent without editing, no crop required.