PMA TV presents McCurry marketing series
PMA – The Worldwide Community of Imaging Associations announces the new PMA TV series, “PMA Presents McCurry on Marketing,” addressing topics such as: how to determine what part of your ad budget is wasted, how to find the most profitable target market, and whether there is a future for this industry despite all the [...]
Xerox announces third-quarter sales down, but net earnings up
Xerox Corp., Norwalk, Conn., reported third-quarter revenues of $3.7 billion, down 16 percent from the same quarter last year. Net income, however, rose 52 percent to $258 million.
“Our third-quarter performance reflects our continued disciplined approach to managing cash and reducing costs,” says Ursula M. Burns, CEO, Xerox. “As a result, we exceeded our expectations for [...]
This camera strap comes with insurance
Sun-Sniper, Garlstorf, Germany, guarantees the Sniper-Strap Steel cannot be cut off your shoulder by a dastardly fiend out to steal your camera. Standard camera straps let the camera dangle and bump into things, are easily cut by a knife and are hard to handle in spontaneous shooting situations, says the company. With the Sniper-Strap system, [...]
Lensbaby adds two lenses
Lensbaby, Portland, Ore., has added a Fisheye Optic as well as a Soft Focus lens to its Optic Swap System. Both work with the Lensbaby Composer and Muse, and the Soft Focus Optic also is compatible with the Control Freak.
The Fisheye lens’ six element multi-coated optical design features an ultra-wide 12mm focal length capable of [...]
Atari launches Facebook application with photo editor
Atari SA, Lyon, France, launched its social networking application, Atari Photo Sauce, developed by the Atari London Studio. The Facebook application allows users to express themselves by digitally decorating and personalizing their own photos with colorful and fun stickers, speech bubbles and accessories.
“Atari introduced the world to computer entertainment with simple and fun games for [...]
Mamiya offers new cameras for professional use
Mamiya, Elmsford, N.Y., introduced a 22-megapixel, 36×48mm digital camera for $9,995. The Mamiya DM22 is slated for November delivery. Files can be processed using either of the included software solutions: Capture One by Phase One or Leaf Capture, or photographers can choose to use Adobe Lightroom (not included).
This camera is being introduced at the [...]
Bill Jones joins myPhotopipe.com as executive vice president, Sales
myPhotopipe.com Inc., Atlanta, Ga., added industry veteran Bill Jones to its management team. Jones, a nine-year Eastman Kodak sales executive who worked on accounts as diverse as Best Buy and AOL, becomes executive vice president, Sales, at myPhotopipe.com. He will be responsible for building the company’s sales channels, including its newly announced wholesale business using [...]
Sony introduces digital frame with built-in printer
Sony Electronics Inc., San Diego, Calif., is launching a multitasking S-Frame digital photo frame with printer. The all-in-one device allows photo viewing and printing. The DPP-F700 features a 7-inch (measured diagonally) (16:10) LCD display with WVGA (800-by-480) resolution. The device prints 4-by-6-inch 300-by-300 dpi photos instantly in just 45 seconds, the company claims.
The device’s options [...]
CVS/pharmacy launches interactive web and mobile features
CVS/pharmacy, Woonsocket, R.I., added innovative new features to CVS.com to enhance the user experience by providing instant access to prescription management tools, health information and customer savings. CVS.com Mobile can be accessed from any mobile device. By simply entering a valid ZIP code, customers can use CVS.com Mobile to conveniently locate their closest CVS/pharmacy store, [...]
