Having regrets? Snapchat adds a tool to delete messages

Snapchat users can now take back what they just said with a new Clear Chats tool. The hidden tool allows users to delete messages, both read and unread, in any chat. The update comes as the company's camera glasses launch on Amazon, ending exclusive availability through the manufacturer's website.

News         April 18, 2022

Future SD cards could be as fast as an SSD — and hold more than your hard drive

High speed, high capacity card seekers, rejoice -- the SD Association has announced two new card formats. SD Express is designed for top speeds up to 980 megabytes per second, while the SD Ultra Capacity is designed to hold anywhere between 2 TB and 128 TB, which is enough to stash millions of photos.

News         April 18, 2022

Not just for photographers anymore, Loupedeck+ now supports Adobe Premiere Pro

Video editors can now get physical with the Loupedeck+ control board. Originally for Lightroom, a software update allows the controls to adapt to video editing, including color grading, clip trimming, and navigating through the timeline. The company says Premiere Pro is just the start.

News         April 12, 2022

Photography News: Samsung’s new smartphone sensor is the smallest one yet

Samsung's latest smartphone sensor is their smallest one yet -- and it still packs in 20 megapixels and Tetracell technology. In this week's photography news, see just how small the sensor is, take a look at an odd, outside-the-box camera backpack, and check out a new budget lens for the Nikon Z and Canon RF.

News         April 6, 2022

Canon EOS 90D review: Keeping the DSLR relevant

Mirrorless cameras tend to be faster, with better Live View autofocus -- but the Canon EOS 90D bucks the trend with an impressive 10 fps burst and Dual Pixel autofocus. While mirrorless cameras may be more advanced, there are a few reasons to eye this DSLR -- find out why in this Canon EOS 90D review.

Reviews         April 1, 2022

Lensbaby Velvet 28 review: Meet the wide-angle McDreamy lens

If you prefer your creative effects in-camera instead of in Photoshop, the Lensbaby Velvet 28 may be for you. Create glowing images with its soft, dreamy blur.

Reviews         April 1, 2022

Facebook’s long-promised ‘unsend’ feature arrives. Here’s how to use it

Did you send a message to the wrong person? Messenger now gives you 10 minutes to take it back. After an update, users can now retract messages if they act within the first 10 minutes of sending the message. Users will see that a message was removed from the conversation.

News         March 14, 2022

Adobe narrows the gap between Lightroom CC and Classic with new tools

Lightroom CC and Lightroom Classic now have fewer differences, thanks to a significant CC update adding curves and split toning.

News         March 6, 2022

iOS 12 adds a Snapchat-like camera for iMessages, with AR-powered Memojis

Apple's native texting app Messages will soon have a new camera with stickers, filters, and text effects. The built-in camera appears to have been inspired by social media cameras like Snapchat, but with Memojis instead of AR. Apple is also bringing several new features to Photos in iOS 12.

Mobile         February 21, 2022

Kodak Printomatic review

Our Kodak Pritomatic review examines a digital camera mated with a printer. It's only $70, but is it a good budget buy, or just cheap?

Reviews         February 8, 2022

Yes, you can photograph the eclipse with your smartphone — here’s how

Chances are, you already have what you need to photograph the 2017 solar eclipse. Here's how to photograph an eclipse with a smartphone.

Mobile         February 4, 2022

The best SD memory cards for your camera, and how to choose the right one

Between the classes and ratings, picking out the right SD card can be a challenge. We break down the most important specs and details so you can decipher the GB, the MB/s the class numbers and the different types. Then, choose from a handful of the best SD cards available at different price points.

AOP         January 26, 2022

Polaroid OneStep 2 review

Polaroid returned as Polaroid Originals with a relaunch of a 1970s era instant film camera. The Polaroid Originals OneStep 2 is a true Polaroid, from the classic design to the imperfect exposures, but also brings in a few modern features. See where the camera hits the mark in our Polaroid OneStep 2 review.

Reviews         January 24, 2022

Nikon Z 14-30mm f/4 review

The widest lens available in Nikon's mirrorless Z mount, the Nikkor Z 14-30mm f/4 S pulls off a number of wins, including accommodating screw-in filters. It's also very sharp and considerably more compact than many ultra-wide zooms. Is it enough to warrant its $1,300 price?

Reviews         January 11, 2022

PhotoTracker Lite allows photographers to track stolen images in one click

This updated plug-in serves as a Shazam for images, bringing up results from four different reverse image search engines in one click.

News         October 28, 2021

LuMee releases a phone case that's not just for selfies, with rear-facing LEDs

LuMee's original smartphone case designed to light selfies and video chats is getting s big upgrade with both front and rear-facing lights.

Mobile         October 5, 2021

No desktop necessary: The DxO One can now send RAW files straight to iPhone

A firmware update means that DxO One users no longer have to use a computer to edit their RAW shots -- they can send them right to their camera roll.

Apple         October 5, 2021

Polaroid wants to teach you to take better shots with your iPhone

Polaroid is working on a new kind of instant with a new app to teach iPhone users how to take better photos with their smartphones.

News         October 5, 2021

We watched Zuckerberg’s testimony so you don’t have to. Here are 5 key takeaways

We watched the 4+ hours of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's testimony to the Congress House Financial Services Committee on the Libra cryptocurrency so you didn't have to. From burglary to sex trafficking, here's why U.S. politicians are worried, and what Facebook is doing about it.

Social Media         September 28, 2021

Adobe turns pixels into paint with real-feel art app Fresco

With Adobe's latest app, artists can let watercolors run -- or control them in a way that's impossible with the real thing. Adobe Fresco mixes Photoshop-like tools with brushes designed to emulate traditional art mediums, from oil painting to watercolors.

News         September 28, 2021

These are the best photography portfolio websites for showing off your work

Looking to show off your latest photography work online? To save you the hassle, we've rounded up the best online portfolio solutions available. From simple drag-and-drop solutions to self-hosted content management systems, there's bound to be a portfolio setup just right for you.

Products         September 2, 2021

The next iOS camera will be able to read QR codes natively

Scanning that occasional QR code will no longer require another app download for Apple users after iOS 11 launches.

Apple         August 19, 2021

Adobe’s new Lightroom leverages the cloud for cross-platform photo editing

Adobe is splitting Lightroom into a version that exists, and the new Lightroom CC that's designed to be a mobile "work anywhere" platform.

Computing         August 13, 2021

Senators call for investigation into TikTok for ‘counterintelligence threat’

Does giving your data to an app-based in China create a national security risk? Two U.S. senators are calling for an investigation into TikTok over data sharing, freedom of speech, and foreign interference. The request comes from Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer and Republican Sen. Tom Cotton.

News         June 29, 2021

Adobe’s Creative Cloud apps can now be accessed from one full-screen hub

The Adobe Creative Cloud app has a new look. The CC app that offers app updates and resources is now a full-screen hub that also includes search, Library asset management, personalized settings and more. The update is coming to the U.S. next week, Adobe says.

News         May 19, 2021

VSCO discontinues popular sync feature, tells users to back up files

The popular social photo-editing app VSCO has discontinued the sync feature on multiple devices.

News         May 7, 2021

Bored with Instagram filters? One Kickstarter aims to bring infrared effects to iOS

Infrared photography is an expensive hobby, but the #Infra app aims to bring the weird yet beautiful colors of IR to the masses.

News         May 7, 2021

Looking for a new camera? The latest gear to emerge at Photokina 2016

Gear addicts had no shortage of new tech to drool over as Photokina 2016 brought several major camera announcements this week.

Products         May 7, 2021

Does the Google Pixel really have the best smartphone camera? Judge for yourself

Does the Google Pixel really have the best smartphone camera yet? DxO Mark thinks so, but you can decide on your own by viewing the first sample images.

Mobile         May 7, 2021

Researchers develop always-on camera that only responds to certain gestures

Smartphone, smartwatch, and, now, smart camera? A group from Georgia Tech is developing a camera that responds to certain gestures.

News         May 7, 2021

Adobe modernizes the PDF with updates to Acrobat, Adobe Scan

Sure, PDFs are a universal format, but they can be hard to work with. Adobe is working to ease some of those challenges with updates to Adobe Acrobat DC, Acrobat Reader, and Adobe Scan. The update includes options to sign and fill out forms, to review PDFs as a team, and to scan multiple business cards at once.

News         April 9, 2021

Erase coffee stains and edit PDFs on the go with Adobe Scan, Acrobat updates

In an update to Adobe Scan and Acrobat DC, a smartphone now has more power to scan, adjust, and edit PDFs. A new healing tool allows users to erase imperfections, while Adobe DC subscribers can now edit PDFs from a mobile device. The updates are rolling out beginning October 15.

Computing         April 9, 2021

Turn physical documents into editable, searchable text with Adobe Scan

Adobe's new smartphone scanner app auto-recognizes text, creating a searchable, editable document from a smartphone camera.

Mobile         April 9, 2021

NASA’s Mars rover shoots a 360 photo that looks curiously like Earth

Mars may be more familiar than we think -- at least in photos. A recent 360 photo shot by NASA's Curiosity rover shows messes like the southern U.S.

News         April 2, 2021