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New Facebook Messenger tool could let businesses broadcast mass chat messages

Facebook is testing a program called Messenger Broadcast that would allow businesses to send messages to a number of users at once.
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Photoshop streamlines the photo-editing process with one-click selections

Using AI, Adobe is working to add one-click selections to Photoshop using a tool called Select Subject, coming to an upcoming version.
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The Facebook community has already raised over $2 million for Giving Tuesday

After Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, it's Giving Tuesday -- and Facebook users have already raised over $2 million.
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‘Are you OK?’ Facebook enlists A.I. to spot suicidal users and find help

Facebook is expanding prevention programs with a new AI suicide detection algorithms, as well as expanded review staff.
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Re.photos helps meld the past and the present by creating then-and-now pictures

Before-and-after pictures illustrate changes over time -- but they are tough to create. Enter re.photos, software designed for such photos.
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Advertisers drop YouTube again after ads show up beside inappropriate comments

For the second time this year, advertisers are pulling out of YouTube after ads were placed with inappropriate content.
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Snapchat is assisting your search for the perfect filter with ‘computer vision’

Snapchat filters are getting easier to find now that the app uses object recognition to make suggestions based on what's in the photo.
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Plotagraph’s still photo animator can now create sweet morph effects

Plotagraph is known for turning still photos into GIF, but now photographers can use it to make people and objects appear to morph.
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Fujifilm Instax SQ10 is a digital-print hybrid that prints edited photos, too

Stop debating about whether digital is better than film. The Fujifilm Instax SQ10 is both, and it launches a new Polaroid-like square film.
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Enjoy photos in all their 4K glory with the latest Facebook Messenger update

Facebook Messenger will no longer downsize photos to 2K with new 4K resolution support that allows friends to share more detailed photos.
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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.
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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.
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Leica reimagines a ’70s rangefinder with the new CL mirrorless camera

Love classic Leicas? The luxury camera brand is launching a digital mirrorless modeled after a 1970s rangefinder camera, the Leica CL.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This $44 accessory creates an iPhone 360 camera, no batteries required

Sure, you can use an add-on camera, but this lens system creates an iPhone 360 camera by using the smartphone's front and rear cameras.
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Moment makes the iPhone X even better with new lenses and cases

Smartphone photography accessory company Moment is launching new iPhone X lenses and cases, including a case to extend battery life.
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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.
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Those spam-like YouTube ads that pop up mid-video will soon be gone

YouTube link ads that pop-up mid-video will soon disappear as YouTube removes the ad option because of a low response rate.
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Cameras are full of dials and buttons -- so why not edit the same way? Loupedeck brings physical con-trols to Lightroom’s software sliders.
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RAW Power app means seamless iCloud integration for editing RAW on the go

Building on the success of the desktop program, the new RAW Power app allows photographers to sync their RAW edits with iCloud.
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Pinterest’s expanded visual search tools help you find things you can’t name

Pinterest Visual Search and Lens is getting even better at finding that idea you didn't know you were looking for with five new features.
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Goodbye, Messenger Day — Facebook simplifies Stories with design makeover

Facebook Stories will no longer be a separate item inside Messenger, while the tool is also coming to Facebook Groups.
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Wiral is a cable cam that takes GoPro videos to the next level

Cable cam systems are expensive and too big to carry around, but the Wiral Lite is aiming to change that with a compact design.
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The Nikon D5 heads to space for (unmodified) work aboard the ISS

The Nikon D5 is headed to space for recording both inside and outside the International Space Station -- without any modifications.
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As FAA considers electronics ban, battery explosion sparks chaos at airport

Around 24 flights were canceled after a battery explosion inside of carry-on luggage created panic among passengers in Orlando.
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Ditch the 3D stitch — updated algorithm means a clearer Google Street View

Google Street View photos will soon have fewer distracting stitch lines, thanks to updated software from Google Research.