Twitter’s dark mode automatically activates to ease your eyes
Not a fan of Twitter's dark blue "dark" mode? The updated version begins rolling out today with a black background and the option to automatically activate dark mode when it's dark outside. The update comes after the Twitter CEO promised a fix. Here's how to use Twitter's dark mode.
Despite changes, HUD hits Facebook with charges of ad discrimination
After removing several ad categories for housing ads last week, Facebook is now facing charges from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. HUD says the social media network still has tools that allow advertisers to discriminate based on factors like sex, race, and disability.
Canon’s Ivy Cliq Plus is an instant camera printer with custom clicks
Sure, the name says Cliq, but the new Canon Ivy Cliq Plus allows you to customize the sound the shutter makes with your own recording. The Canon Ivy Cliq Plus and Cliqare new digital instant cameras designed for sharing. With megapixels in the single-digit range, the cameras are affordable too.
Photoshop is headed to the iPad Pro, but is a tablet enough for photographers?
Adobe is bringing Photoshop to the iPad -- but are tablets ready to tackle the more complex photo edits? While Photoshop isn't yet available for the iPad, we added an iPad Pro to our photography workflow to see how the tablet holds up, from image importing to touchscreen local adjustments.
From street to surreal, meet 14 often overlooked women who shaped photography
Photography's long history is often dominated by men -- but women played a large role in shaping what photography is today, even publishing the first book using photographs. Meet 14 historic women in photography, from the first female war photojournalists to the first woman to pick up a camera.
Facebook axes fake accounts pretending to be legitimate media organizations
Facebook today removed more than 2,500 accounts for coordinated inauthentic behavior -- including some accounts pretending to be actual media organizations. Other accounts were removed for spam, while a small number pretended to be political groups in the U.S., U.K., and Australia.
With 4K and a tilt screen, the tiny Sony RX0 II busts genre restrictions
The Sony RX0 II doesn't fit neatly into any of the existing camera categories -- but the result is a camera shooting multiple types of projects. While the sensor and lens remains the same, the new RX0 II has in-camera 4K, a flip screen, enhanced eye AF, and Sony's latest processor, retailing for $700.
Proposed NICE standards promise more powerful smart cameras, no matter the brand
The next generation of smart cameras could be powered by a set of specifications currently under development. The NICE Alliance released the first public draft of standards for a system that would allow smart cameras from multiple brands to share tech, run the same apps, and communicate with each other.
Sony A9 camera gets even better as new firmware brings A.I.-powered autofocus
The speedy Sony a9 is a download away from more accurate autofocus. New firmware version 5.0 for the Sony a9 brings artificially intelligent autofocus modes to the action-oriented camera, as well as a boost to image quality with updated processing. The update also brings user-requested features.
Photography News: Meet the beer that processes film and the first pinhole zoom
Who knew the photography world need film-processing beer and a zooming pinhole lens? Find them among the oddities announced in this week's photography news. SuperEight is a beer with the acidity and Vitamin C ideal for developing film. Thingify teased a new pinhole lens with zoom for Sony E Mount.
A Facebook, Instagram bug exposed millions of passwords to its employees
Facebook, Facebook Lite, and Instagram passwords weren't properly encrypted and could be viewed by employees, the company said Thursday. The network estimates millions of users were affected, but says there's no evidence of internal abuse or external access to the data.
Facebook axes alleged discriminatory targeting of ads after civil settlements
Facebook advertisers can no longer use targeting for age, gender or zip code when advertising in the housing, jobs, and credit categories. The changes come as part of a civil settlement, following earlier changes to remove racial targeting from the same categories. Facebook is also designing an ad tool.
Sony’s latest sensor is stacked, backlit, and equipped with a global shutter
Say this five times fast: Backlit, stacked, global shutter sensor. Sony managed to cram all three technologies into one sensor using a unique design. The result is a high-speed sensor with a higher resolution without sacrificing low-light quality. But when will photographers actually see the technology?
Insta-checkout? New Instagram service lets you shop without leaving the platform
Shopping on Instagram no longer means leaving the platform to checkout in a web browser. Instagram checkout launched in beta today with a handful of retailers, allowing users to checkout without leaving the app. The tool will also send users notifications, including shipping updates.
Paper designs digitize in real time using an Illustrator-connected paper tablet
Love graphic design, but prefer the feel of real paper? The new Moleskine Paper Tablet - Creative Cloud Connected syncs with Adobe Illustrator in real time, turning paper sketches into digital drawings. The system comes after previous collaboration allowed users to digitize designs with a smartphone.
New Zealand attack shows that as A.I. filters get smarter, so do violators
The shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand were livestreamed to social media, and networks spent the next few days trying to take down remixed videos of the horrific attacks. While stats show networks are improving at removing offending videos, as the system improves, so do the violators' workarounds.
Photography News: Taking a smartphone photo probably saved this guy’s life
Can photography save your life? A man was snapping a photo in Australia when the smartphone stopped an arrow shot at his face. In this week's photography news, see Canon's plans for a stabilized mirrorless, Hasselblad's newest accessories, Samyang's latest lens, and Think Tank's newest bags.
Federal investigation digs into Facebook’s data-sharing deals
Facebook confirmed it is cooperating with a federal criminal investigation. According to a report, the company is under investigation for sharing user data with smartphone and tablet companies. The exact scope of the investigation, however, is unclear, and Facebook says it didn't violate an earlier FTC agreement.
Facebook may soon let you watch live TV with friends in Watch Party
Facebook Watch Party is designed to allow friends to watch together, even when they can't be in the same physical space. Now, that feature could be expanding to include live TV. Facebook announced a test of the feature, starting with live sports, that also allows hosts to ask trivia questions and create polls.
Loupedeck Plus can now edit video, audio with Final Cut Pro
The list of Loupedeck Plus-compatible software is growing. The photo-editing console now works with Final Cut Pro and Adobe Audition for video and audio editing. The controls can be configured to be used on either platform, along with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and Skylum Aurora HDR.
The Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Edge 35 mimics tilt-shift blur for less cash
Want to create a tilt-shift image on a budget? The new Lensbaby Composer II with Edge 35 mimics the look of a tilt-shift lens for under $500. The new Edge 35 optic is part of the Composer Pro II optics system, which allows photographers to swap out different optics for different effects, using the same lens base.
Twitter takes a cue from Instagram and Snapchat with new quick-swipe camera
Twitter is giving the "what's happening" treatment to photos and video by allowing users to access the in-app camera fast enough to catch and share the moment. The new Twitter camera is accessible with a swipe, and uses a design distinguished from the images just uploaded from the camera roll.
Obsbot Tail camera uses A.I. to follow the action (or a pet) for you
Want to capture more epic action selfies -- or see what your pet is doing while you're gone? The Obsbot Tail is a camera-gimbal combo that uses artificial intelligence to follow the action. Using a handful of different modes, the camera works to keep the action in the frame -- and can even go mobile with a wheeled accessory.
Forget folding phones, the Insta360 EVO camera folds in half to shoot 360 video
The Insta360 EVO is a ... flip camera? Unfolded, the Insta360 Evo shoots 3D in 180 degrees, folded, the new camera shoots in 360 degrees. Designed for dual formats, the camera is launching with what's essentially a pair of 3D glasses for your phone, not your face, the $30 reverse phone case HoloFrame.
Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 is sharp enough to handle futuristic 90-megapixel cameras
Lens launches come with a lot of hype and marketing speak but a test from LensRentals confirmed some of the initial claims around the new Sony FE 135 f/1.8. The rental company says that the new Sony 135mm is the sharpest lens that it has ever tested -- even higher than ultra high-resolution cameras.
Amid confusion, the Red Hydrogen team promises a pro in-device camera
Learning from the Red Hydrogen One, the company is gearing up for a pro-level device. In a forum post, Red's founder shares how the team is designing a Red Hydrogen with a pro-level in-device camera. But, the company left Red Hydrogen One users unsure if the previously promised modules are actually coming.
The new HP OfficeJet Pro’s smart app cuts your time spent scanning in half
The new HP OfficeJet Pro series offers faster print speeds, but the company says a new app with shortcut options allows users to cut the time spent working on scanning files in half. The all-in-one printer series includes several models from a basic $169 to a $399 premium option.
CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2019 learns how to play nice with Macs
The design software CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2019 is here, bringing new features now to both Mac and Windows users. The update adds new tools for better organization, along with features to help creatives design sharper digital graphics. The program is available with a license or subscription.
Photography News: This is what happens to a camera in a tornado
Think a simple camera is harmless? Watch what would happen if it became tornado projectile in a video putting an old Canon inside a tornado cannon. In this week's photography news, see Meike's new 85mm lens and learn how Sony is busting myths about the E-Mount aperture.
Facebook shoots down Pages, ads sharing vaccine misinformation
Facebook will penalize Pages and Groups that share vaccine hoaxes on the platform, the company said Thursday, which will reduce the posts reach. The network is also working to prevent the information from entering ads. Instagram will also see changes in Explore and hashtag searches.
Flickr axes Creative Commons limit to give free users more wiggle room
Flickr's free option only allows 1,000 images, but now Creative Commons and other free-to-license images are excluded from that cap. Flickr also added an "in memoriam" account option, which will keep images online after a photographer's death. The changes come after SmugMug acquired the platform last year.
13 inspiring female photographers to follow on Instagram
On International Women's Day, fill your Instagram feed with inspiring posts from these 13 women photographers, representing a breadth of experience from travel and street photography to fine art and commercial work.
Yongnuo’s 4G smart mirrorless camera could cost under $500
Yongnuo surprised with a teaser for an upcoming mirrorless camera and now we know more details, including a good chunk for the specifications. The Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera will use an Android 7.1 operating system and Canon EF lenses. The sensor will be manufactured by Panasonic and there's 4K, too.