One way of making the endless torrent of personal and work video calls more palatable is by setting unique backgrounds. Google Meet on the web is introducing new “immersive backgrounds” that attempt to give your surroundings some life.
This is done through the use of subtle animations like falling rain or snow, and changes in lighting. There are five in total: Condo (morning or night) and…
Fujifilm's new Instax Mini Evo Hybrid is an instant camera with 10 integrated lenses and 10 film effects
November 18, 2021
Fujifilm North America Corporation has announced the INSTAX MINI EVO Hybrid Instant Camera (Mini Evo). It’s a ‘hybrid’ camera because it combines traditional analog instant camera technology with digital capabilities, like the ability to select, share and…
Sony is Now the Exclusive Camera Provider for Gannett and USA Today
November 17, 2021
Gannett has announced that it has selected Sony as the exclusive camera provider for its more than 250 national and local media outlets, including USA Today.
The organization says that it will provide its team with access to a wide variety of Sony’s imaging products…
Fujifilm Unveils the Instax Mini Evo Hybrid Instant Camera
November 17, 2021
Fujifilm has announced the Instax Mini Evo Hybrid instant camera that combines instant camera functionality with digital image technology. It features 10 lens modes and 10 filter options to offer 100 different photo combinations.
The company says that the Mini Evo was designed to give photographers the flexibility to choose which images to instantly print, which to share, and which to store…
Snapchat’s Camera Can Suggest Recipes Based on the Food it Sees
November 17, 2021
Snapchat has introduced a new Food Scan feature that allows users to scan ingredients with their smartphone camera in the app and receive recipe suggestions matched from an online food platform.
As PetaPixel reported in August, Snapchat has shifted its direction towards…
Wildlife Photographer Takes Incredible Photos on His Lunch Breaks
November 17, 2021
Office worker by day but a passionate wildlife photographer in his spare time, Dave Newman has found himself surrounded by fans and media attention after sharing his shots of local wildlife, many of which were captured during his lunch breaks.
Based in Sleaford, a small…
Apple Music app arrives on LG smart TVs
November 17, 2021
A little over a year ago, the Apple Music app made its debut on Samsung smart TVs. It appears the exclusivity period is up as today the Apple Music app is also rolling out to the LG smart TV App Store.
This means Apple Music subscribers ($9.99/mo) can now stream their entire music library, playlists, radio stations and more directly from their (compatible) LG smart TV, without the need for an…
The Waterfield Latigo leather iPhone holster is a mostly improved version of the American company’s previous Ranger model, which I tested earlier in the year. Designed for each of the iPhone 13 models, it’s also compatible with the iPhone 12 lineup.
It’s not something…
Wireless standards continue to evolve, and while the iPhone 13 supports Wi-Fi 6, Apple is expected to adopt the more advanced Wi-Fi 6e tech in the iPhone 14. However, a new Ming-Chi Kuo report says that the company may find key components in short supply.
We previously…
Apple launches ‘Self Service Repair,’ allowing you to do your own iPhone screen repairs and more
November 17, 2021
Apple has a big announcement for the repair industry today. The new “Self Service Repair” program will allow customers to complete their own repairs on their devices, including common repairs such as battery replacements, iPhone screen replacements, and more.
Through the new Self Service Repair program, customers will have access to Apple genuine parts and tools to complete the repairs.
