How to shoot macro photography
Nailing a sharp image in macro photography is a tough skill to master. Learn how to shoot macro photography and what you need to get started in this guide.
What is Photoshop Camera? How Adobe’s new A.I. app edits photos before you take them
Anyone with a smartphone can get Photoshop-like effects with the new Photoshop Camera. Here's how the app works, from simple effects to creating fantasy scenes.
You can now Photoshop someone out of an image with one click
Photoshop can create better portrait masks, while Lightroom can locally change an object's color — but that's just the top of the list for the June updates.
WhatsApp will soon let you send money with Facebook Pay
Facebook Pay is migrating to the WhatsApp platform. The expansion is starting in Brazil before rolling out to other areas, though the timeline is yet unknown.
From voice control to Story replies, here’s everything in Snapchat’s big update
Get ready to learn a lot of new Snapchat features. Here's everything announced during the Snapchat Partner Summit 2020.
A favorite for street photography, new Ricoh GR III looks like an actual street
The GR III Street Edition Special Limited Kit shows off a street-inspired design with a textured surface and yellow stripe, and comes bundled with a viewfinder.
Twitch co-founder Michael Seibel joins Reddit board of directors
Reddit announced that Michael Seibel, the co-founder of what is now Twitch, will replace Alexis Ohanian on the company's board of directors.
Facebook News just expanded. Here’s how to customize your news tab
Facebook will now show you personalized, local, and national news from vetted sources. Here's how to customize the Facebook News experience.
Nik Collection 3’s impressive new lens correction beats Adobe, but is it enough?
The updated Nik Collection 3 by DxO includes a new Perspective Efex plug-in, non-destructive editing, and a few new filters.
When copyrights make finding video soundtracks hard, this A.I. musician can help
The soundtrack to your life -- or at least your Instagram Stories -- is easier to find with PicsArt's new A.I., giving creators access to copyright-free songs.
The best photo scanners
Got a box of old photos or film negatives in the attic? Breathe new life into old memories by bringing them into the digital era with a good photo scanner.
GoPro Labs unlocks hidden advanced features for action cam enthusiasts
The new program lets customers test out in-development features and program advanced settings into their GoPro Hero8 Black cameras using customizable QR codes.
The $600 Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm is a unique, affordable zoom
Designed to keep both the price and weight low, the Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm F/3.5-5.6 offers a uniquely wide angle for a standard zoom for L-Mount cameras.
RAW vs. JPEG: Unlock your camera’s potential by choosing the right image type
A JPEG is a pre-packaged meal, while a RAW photo is a fridge full of ingredients. Learning when to use each will help you master your camera's capabilities.
The Xperia 1 II brings Sony’s mirrorless camera tech to a smartphone
The Sony Xperia 1 II inherits Real-time Eye AF and 20-fps continuous shooting from the company's Alpha-series mirrorless cameras, along with a bigger sensor.
How to photograph a silhouette and master the dark side of photography
Silhouette photography draws the eye to shape and form. Learn how to photograph a silhouette on your camera or even your smartphone with a few basic steps.
Photoshop for iPad gets better touchscreen control and Curves
Photoshop for iPad now allows users to customize the Apple Pencil experience, while also getting closer to the desktop version with the addition of curves.
Smaller than a deck of cards, Lume’s Cube Panel Mini shines light on mobile video
The Lume Cube Panel Mini aims to brighten video work without weighing down gear -- or budgets. It is also Lume Cube’s cheapest portable lighting solution yet.
Capture One takes on Adobe with new cloning and healing tools
Capture One has new retouching tools designed to eliminate the need for a second program. The update also adds Capture One for Nikon at a discount.
Post lockdown, smart cameras could help enforce mask use and social distancing
Smart cameras can monitor social distancing rules, but what if existing security cameras could instead be adapted to identify facial masks and overcrowding?
How to create a layer mask in Photoshop
Work smarter, not harder, by mastering this Photoshop layer masks to make local adjustments, composite images, add effects, and more.
Instagram will finally let you choose who can tag or mention you
In a trio of updates designed to fight online bullying, Instagram is now offering more control over who can tag you in posts.
The Moment camera bag is literally made from sails for built-in waterproofing
Made from recycled sailcloth, the Moment Rugged Camera Sling aims for a comfortable, easy-to-access design in a weather-resistant bag.
Twitter adds warning labels to coronavirus misinformation
Twitter users will now see two different types of warnings when viewing COVID-19 information that's disputed or unverified.
The Nikon D6 camera is finally arriving on May 21
Nikon's sports-loving flagship, the D6, is finally coming on May 21, the company announced Thursday. The camera was initially delayed due to the coronavirus.
Lightroom running slow? Here’s how to speed it up without buying a new computer
A large collection of photos may cause Lightroom to slow down, but there are some steps you can take to improve performance -- without buying a new computer.
Optical vs. digital zoom: What you need to know
Optical zoom is the only true zoom, while digital zoom is just a fancy word for cropping and should generally be avoided. However, there is one exception.
How to take a long-exposure photograph
Blur doesn't have to be bad. Embrace the positive side of blur with long-exposure photography, a creative tool to illustrate movement within a still photo.
Nikon Coolpix P950 vs. P1000: Superzoom showdown
The Nikon P1000 has the longest zoom of any superzoom camera at 125X, but the cheaper P950 isn't far behind. Here's how the two compare.
New Raspberry Pi camera module is the base for a DIY mirrorless camera
Raspberry Pi projects are no longer limited to an 8-megapixel, fixed-focus camera. The new High Quality Camera module gets a new sensor and interchangeable lenses.
Nikon P950 review: Epic zoom that’s easy to use
With a monstrous 83x zoom lens, the Nikon P950 is the master of up-close-and-personal detail, but sluggish performance keep it from being the best superzoom.