Ultra-convenient line of camcorders designed to shoot anything and share everything SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Digital Technologies today introduced Flip Video(TM), a new line of digital camcorders designed to revolutionize how everyday consumers shoot and share video. These remarkably simple and affordable devices feature a major advance in video sharing technology combined with an ultra-portable design and easy video capture and...

Several new tools and revised older ones highlight the new version. Light Crafts has updated LightZone, its image editing software based on the Zone System, to version 2.4. A re-vamped ToneMapper now offers a single slider to edit an image, as does the Black & White tool. A new Vibrance control joins a new Raw Adjustment tool. And the Noise Reduction tool enjoys a new user interface. The Windows release of the new version now requires a CPU wi...

You can send an email to a relative for more details about a photo in your collection that directs them to a service for annotation. John Fox has released MemoryMiner 1.5, updating the interface with a dynamic toolbar and introducing MemoryMiner Remote Annotation Web Service, the first of several Web services to be rolled out this year. Other highlights of the new version include a Quick Search field and a number of enhancements and bug fixes. ...

Free upgrades now available for Intellihance Pro 4.2, Mask Pro 4.1, Genuine Fractals 5 and PhotoFrame Pro 3.1 Portland, OR - April 30, 2007 - onOne Software, Inc., announces today the immediate availability of all Photoshop CS3 compatible updates to their Photoshop plug-ins Intellihance Pro, Mask Pro, Genuine Fractals and PhotoFrame Pro software. Free upgrades are available for registered owners of Intellihance Pro 4, Mask Pro 4 and PhotoFrame Pro...

One new lens today, an incredible new IS zoom from Canon: We continue to be a bit bogged down with digicam and SLR tests on the Imaging Resource side of the house, so lens tests are still running a bit slower than normal as a result. We're hoping to add to our team soon though, which should help all around, SLRgear tests included. In the meantime though, we've posted an unusually thorough analysis of an incredible image stabilized zoom ...

Epson America, Inc. has expanded its offerings for the education and corporate markets with the announcement of two new multimedia projectors: the Epson(R) PowerLite(R) 822p and 77c. Both models are engineered by Epson to deliver more vibrant, brilliant-looking images through the use of the latest generation of High Aperture Epson 3LCD (three-chip) imaging technology and XGA resolution. However, each projector also has other unique features that make them more specialized for certain types of presenters and environments.

Pure Digital Technologies today introduced Flip Video(TM), a new line of digital camcorders designed to revolutionize how everyday consumers shoot and share video. These remarkably simple and affordable devices feature a major advance in video sharing technology combined with an ultra-portable design and easy video capture and editing. Developed with Internet video sharing software integrated into the device, Flip Video is the first camcorder to seamlessly upload directly to YouTube and other online video sharing sites. The camcorder retails at $119.99 for the 30-minute model and $149.99 for the 60-minute model.

Pentax today announced a "Picture Perfect" Rebate Promotion on the Pentax Optio A30, Optio T30, and Optio E30. The "Picture Perfect DSLR System Rebate" was also announced today and provides cash-back incentives on the Pentax K10D, K100D Digital SLR's as well as select Flash Units, Battery Grip for the K10D, and many Pentax lenses. The Picture Perfect rebates are valid from May 1, 2007 through July 31, 2007 at authorized Pentax retailers.

AMPhoto Books today announces the release of "The Art of People Photography," a book that discusses the particular challenges of photographing men, woman, children, babies, families, and high school seniors. Beginning wth the intended application of the photograph, the book details such specifics as posing (both solo and group shots), color vs. black and white, working with several generations, plus the vitally important, but non-technical art of establishing trust with clients.

New Leaf Paper has set a new environmental standard with the national launch of New Leaf Sakura 100, the first coated paper manufactured from 100% post-consumer waste (PCW). Most recycled coated papers in the U.S. fall well below this standard, containing only 10% to 30% PCW. New Leaf Paper set the previous standard with their product lines New Leaf Reincarnation Matte and New Leaf Primavera Gloss and Silk, made with 50% PCW and 40% PCW respectively.