When it rains, it pours inside Snap Maps, thanks to new World Effects

Raining? Your Snapchat Bitmoji may also be getting a downpour with new animated weather effects. The weather comes along with World Effects that change the look of the Snap Map based on holidays and events. The new features arrive as Snap Map celebrates one year since the launch.

News         January 11, 2021

With Snapchat Bitmojis, you can now put your favorite friends on speed chat

After popping up early for Android users last week, Snapchat has officially rolled out Bitmoji shortcuts to favorite friends.

Mobile         January 11, 2021

With a selfie, Bitmoji Deluxe makes avatars look more like you

The Bitmoji app is getting more customization options -- and now you can use a selfie for easy reference. The update brings additional feature options and an updated interface.

Mobile         January 11, 2021

Alexa can now tell stories based on the photos you upload

A new company is aiming to give Alexa the ability to tell stories about your own personal and family history by simply adding photos.

News         January 11, 2021

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.

News         January 7, 2021

Reddit’s new feature is bringing back AOL-style chat rooms

Reddit is making chatting with strangers on the internet hip again with Start Chatting, a button that generates a random small group chat room with strangers.

News         January 7, 2021

The best place to print photos online

Have you been looking around for the best place to print out your favorite photos? Don't fret, we've pored through dozens of options and narrowed it down to the eight best. From ultra-affordable to gallery quality, there's a service for every photographer, from hobbyist to professional.

Products         January 6, 2021

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.

Guides         January 6, 2021

From 11K to just OK: The biggest photo gear announcements at CES 2019

From 11K cameras to 1 TB media cards, CES 2019 brought a peek at new gear for photographers and videographers. But what photography gear grabbed our attention the most? Here are the biggest photo gear announcements at CES 2019, from the completely expected to the biggest surprises.

News         December 14, 2020

This 8K prosumer camera from an unexpected company may actually be affordable

During CES 2019, Sharp, a company most known for TVs and displays, unveiled a prototype of an 8K prosumer camera. The best part? The camera is expected to sell for less than $5,000, a steep savings from the few cinema-grade 8K options on the market. Additional details on the camera are expected in April.

News         December 14, 2020

Wacom’s latest Cintiq pen display comes without the high price tag

Wacom's Cintiq pen displays are pro-level tools -- but the company's latest addition is designed for hobbyists and students and sits at a lower price point. The Wacom Cintiq 16HD uses the same pen tech, but a lower resolution display with fewer colors to cut the price more than half of the pro version.

News         December 14, 2020

Obsbot Tail camera uses A.I. to follow the action (or a pet) for you

Want to capture more epic action selfies -- or see what your pet is doing while you're gone? The Obsbot Tail is a camera-gimbal combo that uses artificial intelligence to follow the action. Using a handful of different modes, the camera works to keep the action in the frame -- and can even go mobile with a wheeled accessory.

News         December 14, 2020

Lexar’s latest SDXC card keeps you shooting with 1 TB of storage

Shoot large files at high capacity? Lexar's latest SDXC memory card will fit a terabyte of storage inside your camera. The Lexar SD card is part of the company's Professional 633x series. That higher capacity will come at a cost, however, the card retails for about $500.

News         December 14, 2020

Orbi crams 360-degree cameras inside glasses, drones — even football helmets

360 camera company Orbi is launching three new products for immersive video -- second-generation camera glasses, a 360-degree camera system for drones, and football helmets equipped with cameras and sensors. The football helmets offer a first-person view of the game -- and could help improve safety.

News         December 14, 2020

Canon pulls veil off its 4K prosumer and waterproof camcorders at CES 2019

Canon's prosumer G-series has its first 4K member, the Canon Vixia HF G50. The prosumer camera offers a 20x zoom with that high resolution. Canon also launched the waterproof Vixia HF W11 and W10, mixing durability with a traditional camcorder design (and battery life).

News         December 14, 2020

Bellus3D ups the selfie game with frightenly accurate 3D scans of your face

3D scans of your own face to try on makeup or create custom avatars could be easier to find this year, if this new start-up is successful.

News         December 9, 2020

Canon vs. Sony: Which camera brand belongs in your bag?

Asking what's better between Canon vs. Sony is like debating Apple vs. Android -- but while both brands are good, one may be the better fit than the other. In this in-depth comparison, take a look at both Canon and Sony's strengths, weaknesses and more to help choose a camera brand to dominate your bag.

Products         November 24, 2020

Sony vs. Nikon: How to choose between two great camera brands

Choosing a camera system is an investment in lenses and accessories that makes switching camera brands tough. So which brand is better between Sony vs. Nikon? We break down the different companies, what they offer, and what to consider before buying a Sony or Nikon camera.

Products         November 17, 2020

The best VSCO filters, from classic film to cinematic

VSCO is one of the best photo-editing apps -- but what are the best VSCO filters? We tried them all, from film-inspired to black and white.

Mobile         October 29, 2020

This new social media platform wants to turn your likes into cash

Selfllery is a new social media platform that gives users cryptocurrency for likes, which they can later donate or convert to cash.

News         October 28, 2020

The best photography lighting for 2019, from speedlights to studio strobes

Light can make or break an image -- or break the bank -- but choosing the right lighting gear can get very confusing. Here are our picks for the best photography lighting, from on-camera flashes to inexpensive kits to top-of-the-line portable studio lights.

Guides         October 27, 2020

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.

Guides         October 11, 2020

DJI OM 4 Review: An easy-to-use gimbal that puts cinematic moves in clumsy hands

The DJI OM 4 is a smartphone gimbal that's designed for newbies, yet integrates sweet cinematic camera moves. Read more in the full DJI OM 4 review.

Mobile         October 2, 2020

Olympus sells its imaging division in attempt to save its cameras

Olympus will soon no longer be the owner of the OM-D, PEN, or Zuiko products. Olympus has entered an agreement with Japan Industrial Partners.

News         September 30, 2020

The Nikon Z 7 II and Z 6 II are coming October 14: Here’s what we want to see

After expanding the series, the cameras that started Nikon's Z line are ready for an update. But what features will the new Nikon Z 7 II and Z 6 II see?

News         September 29, 2020

New ‘metamaterial lens’ is 100,000-times thinner than conventional glass optics

Glass could be a thing of the past with this new metamaterial lens developed by Harvard researchers.

News         September 28, 2020

Goodbye, Split Toning — full Color Grading is coming to Lightroom

Adobe Lightroom's Split Toning tool will soon be replaced by advanced Color Grading options that are derived from the company's video software.

News         September 28, 2020

Instagram may be more accurate at diagnosing depression than a doctor, study suggests

Using machine learning, a group of researchers were able to correctly identify depressed individuals 70 percent of the time.

News         September 25, 2020

Polygram is a new social network that knows if that post really made you LOL

Still clicking to like that photo? A new social network called Polygram lets you respond to images using just facial expressions.

News         September 24, 2020

Facebook is matching donations to Hurricane Harvey recovery

Donating to Hurricane Harvey recovery is now as simple as a few clicks inside Facebook -- and you dollar goes twice as far.

News         September 24, 2020

Facebook labels you as a liberal or conservative — here’s how to turn it off

As you click around Facebook, the social media network tracks whether your views are liberal, conservative, or somewhere in between, as well as your political party. Find that level of tracking creepy? There's an option to remove both labels inside the settings. Here's how.

News         September 24, 2020

Armed with a camera and a grapefruit, she channels racial injustice into art

Photographer and Leica Women Foto Project award winner Eva Woolridge shares her experience as the grant opens up to three new female photographers.

Features         September 23, 2020

In major update, Pinterest Stories — and reactions to them — live forever

Pinterest Stories are vertical multimedia posts — but unlike on most platforms, these Stories live forever.

News         September 23, 2020

Photoshop will soon allow you to swap out boring skies automatically using A.I.

Photoshop users will soon be able to quickly swap out a sky without complex masking with Adobe Sensei's upcoming Sky Replacement tool.

News         September 21, 2020

Facebook, Instagram can soon actively search for — and block — stolen images

Facebook and Instagram can now actively look for and block or properly credit images used without the creator's permission, thanks to Rights Manager for Images.

News         September 21, 2020

This Polaroid has Mandalorian ‘armor’ and Baby Yoda instant film

The Mandalorian special-edition Polaroid Now uses colors inspired by The Mandalorian's armor, and is designed for pairing with Baby Yoda film.

News         September 18, 2020

How to add and edit text in Adobe Photoshop

Want to add text to your photos or get started on graphic design basics? Learn how to add and edit text in Photoshop.

Guides         September 17, 2020

Modular Insta360 One R now uses A.I. for better photos, livestreams in 360

The modular Insta360 One R camera received a major update today with A.I.-enhanced quality, 360 livestreaming capabilities, and even a higher bitrate.

News         September 16, 2020