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More All-Black Apple Vision Pro Parts Surface Online
Images of parts designed for an unreleased all-black Apple Vision headset have been leaked online, courtesy of X account @LusiRoy8. The image shows what appear to be power strap and audio pod parts that look identical to Apple's existing Apple Vision Pro hardware, except with a dark finish that is n
Canada's online safety bill could threaten encryption, Apple & Google push for amendments
As the Canadian bill for online safety is being debated in the House of Commons, Apple and Google have shared their desire for judicial oversight and protections for encryption in the bill. Apple uses end-to-end encryption to protect user data, even when governments don't approve Apple isn't afraid
WhatsApp will soon let iPhone users share documents with Meta AI
Meta is working on a new WhatsApp feature that lets users upload documents directly to Meta AI from the in-chat attachment menu. Here are the details. more…
Case manufacturers are guessing more than leakers with iPhone Fold product listings
Renders and 3D-printed models of the iPhone Fold are enough for some case manufacturers to try and get ahead of the competition, but don't treat their listings as leaks. Cases overlaid on an iPhone render is a classic move for manufacturers It is tempting to see a case listed for iPhone Fold filled
Apple working on iPhone anti-snatching feature that locks the device automatically
Apple is working on a new iPhone security feature that can automatically lock the device when it detects that it has been snatched from the user’s hand. Here are the details. more…
Apple rolling out new AirTag 2 firmware update
Up until today, Apple had released only a single firmware update for the AirTag 2 since its January launch. Now, a second firmware version is rolling out to owners of Apple’s tracking device. Here are the details. more…
You couldn’t create a more anti-news internet if you tried
If there were a dictator of the internet who intentionally set out to destroy your ability to get accurate information, the result would look a lot like what’s already on your screen. But why? I mentioned here a couple of weeks ago that I’ve been studying economics to find more rigorous frameworks t
Tech journalist Joanna Stern on leaving the Wall Street Journal and moving on to New Things
Joanna Stern is no stranger to new things. It’s part of the job: Stern began working as a technology journalist in 2007, the year Apple launched the first iPhone, and has covered the shifts in the industry through the rise of smartphones, the mobile internet, and AI. Along the way, she won an Emmy a
DFRLab Digital Sherlocks
DFRLab Digital Sherlocks May 11, 2026 Saif Ali Mon, 05/18/2026 - 09:32 Digital Sherlocks is a free, annual, live online training program for members of civil society, journalists, researchers and analysts who are committed to monitoring and protecting the information environment in their respective
The European Union backs Italy’s right to make Meta pay for news
Meta must comply with Italian law requiring it to negotiate with and fairly compensate news publishers for the the use of their content, according to a ruling by the Europe’s highest court on Tuesday. The decision by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) found that EU copyright law doesn
“Like nailing Jell-O to a wall”: Why unions are struggling to protect journalists’ rights in the age of AI
Will AI come for my job? This is the question at the heart of AI anxieties across many industries right now. For journalists, this question is constantly being re-pondered and re-examined as more companies are incorporating AI into their workflows. AI can help with research and background. It can do
ICFJ offers webinar on how to find stories hidden in health data [Latin America]
ICFJ offers webinar on how to find stories hidden in health data [Latin America] Ana Prieto Mon, 12/03/2018 - 09:36 Health journalism helps people make important decisions about their own well-being and hold governments and corporations accountable for their policies. However, it can be challenging
TCF Ep. 647 - Frank Jackson
When photographer Frank Jackson first picked up a camera, he discovered more than a tool—he found a way to translate how he sees and feels the world. Known for his street photography and portraiture, Frank has built a career rooted in curiosity, observation, and a relentless drive to make work that
How AI will change phones — and the whole internet
Today on the flagship podcast of anti-glare coatings: 03:58 - Josh Miller, CEO The Browser Company, joins the show to chat about the Arc Search mobile browser. Arc Search: a new iPhone app combining browser, search, and AI The Arc browser is the Chrome replacement I've been waiting for 48:34 - Allis
The USB-C Holiday Spec-tacular
The Verge’s Nilay Patel, David Pierce, and Alex Cranz start the final show of 2023 with some chat about the state of USB-C: the ups and downs of charging gadgets, the ubiquity of one cable, and what the future looks like for gadgets with ports. The crew competes in a few rounds of USB-C Price is Rig
TCF Ep. 611 - Barbara Mensch
Barbara Mensch is a fine art photographer who probes her subject matter with the curiosity and stamina of a detective. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she began to draw at an early age, attending classes at The Brooklyn Museum Studio School and the Art Students League as a teenager. Mensch has published
TCF Ep. 590 - Evan Tanaka
Evan Tanaka is the creative mind of Naka Studios, an LA-based creative production studio that has generated and inspired well-known and up-and-coming brands. Offering innovative ways to help brands stand out through social media, marketing campaigns, ads, and so much more, Evan brings the vision to
TCF Ep. 571 - João Velozo
Based in Pernambuco, Brazil, João Velozo is a freelance photographer specializing in covering urban violence, human rights, and environmental issues, most specifically those taking place in the Brazilian Northeast. Once a Biology major, he quit the academic area in order to focus on photography, thr
Why is wireless mic noise reduction still just preset levels 1, 2, 3?
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Why New Smartphone Cameras Feel Worse
Newest camera doesn't necessarily equal the nicest photo MKBHD Merch: http://shop.MKBHD.com Every iPhone in daylight: https://youtube.com/shorts/jru9Gsz3kJY Every iPhone in low light: https://youtube.com/shorts/pvjivZ6C6CA Every Samsung phone: https://youtube.com/shorts/as_NEJAP8ew Every Google phon
Lectrosonics L1 Lavalier Microphone First Look at NAB 2026
At NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, Lectrosonics was showing its new L1 lavalier microphone, which includes a Sonaura MEMS (Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems) capsule technology, resulting in an incredible-sounding subminiature lav mic with 11 dB(A) self noise, 83 dB signal to noise, 134 dB max SPL, and extrem
Motorized Precision EVO Updates First Look at NAB 2026
At NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, Motorized Precision was showing a whole new array of software updates for its EVO robot. EVO is powered by MP Studio, the company's intuitive motion control software designed for filmmakers, content creators, and studios. At NAB 2026, we got a very comprehensive rn through
Vinten VEGA Lite PTZ control solution first look at NAB 2026
At NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, Vinten was showing VEGA Lite, a broadcast-ready PTZ control solution designed to deliver professional automation, consistent workflows, and scalable control for studios working with PTZ cameras.
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How to Write Cinematic Lighting Into Your Screenplay
When you're deep in a screenplay draft, it's easy to obsess over dialogue and structure and forget entirely about how your scenes might be lit. That's a production concern, right? The DP will handle it. Worry about it later. But if you really want to make an impression on a reader, the goal should b
Pipe Lighting PixelMat
Pipe Lighting is teasing PixelMat, a new flexible lighting system for use on film sets, in studios, and in virtual production environments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Light light (@pipe.lighting) PixelMat was developed as a fast-deploy softbox system, and it combines a high-output
DJI to End Support for Two of Its Most Popular Smartphone Gimbals
In what has become a familiar refrain, and not necessarily bad news, per se, DJI has announced that it is ending support for two more of its more popular products. However, as we saw when DJI announced the suspension of support for the Mavic Mini drone and the Osmo Pocket gimbal camera in the past,
This 2000 Cult Classic Lost $30 Million at the Box Office Before Winning Best Original Screenplay
Almost Famous opened September 15, 2000, on a $60 million budget (according to Box Office Mojo) and grossed $47.4 million worldwide. That meant a $12.6 million shortfall before marketing spend. By the time you factor in print and advertising (typically 50% of production budget at the time), the tota
A New Option for iPhone Filmmakers is Here to Help Convert Your Apple Log 2 Footage
For all of those iPhone filmmakers out there looking to be the next Sean Baker, or—you know—just trying to get their content creation work done with their smartphone, this new video conversion tool is worth checking out. While not a free offering, you can unlock unlimited batch conversions to turn y
LogGate Pro Released – Native Apple Log 2 Conversion for Mac and iPhone at $19.99 One-Time
LogGate Pro v1.3 is now available on the App Store as a native Apple Log and Apple Log 2 to Rec.709 conversion app for Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with face-aware smart cropping, multi-aspect-ratio export, and a one-time $19.99 price. The app processes everything locally on Apple Silicon using a chip-awa
How Apple Shot an Entire MLS Game Using Only iPhone
Apple made sports broadcasting history on Saturday night by shooting an entire Major League Soccer (MLS) game using iPhone 17 Pro Max smartphones. Now that the historic broadcast happened, it is worth taking another look to see not only how it went, but how Apple pulled off the impressive feat. [Rea
The Most Underrated Micro Four Thirds Lens Right Now
The Panasonic 9mm f/1.7 is one of the most overlooked lenses in the Micro Four Thirds system. It's compact, weather-sealed, and fast, yet it rarely comes up in conversations about wide angle glass. [Read More]
NYC Gallery Says it Has ‘Every Right’ to Create AI Version of Iconic Ansel Adams Photo
The owner of the Danziger Gallery has released a statement defending his actions after putting an AI-generated version of Ansel Adams' Moonrise on sale at The Photography Show in New York. [Read More]
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Is This the World's Rarest Film? One Man's Garage Operation Is Producing Something Special
Handmade film from a single person's garage in Ukraine, made in batches of exactly 20 rolls a month, sounds like a niche curiosity. But the results from this orthochromatic, high-silver emulsion are turning heads even among the most experienced people in the analog film world. [Read More]
Insta360's new mic's big feature puts your branding first
Although the transmitter says Insta360 in this shot, it's an e-ink display that can be customized. Image: Insta360 Insta360 has announced a new wireless microphone system, the Mic Pro. The company's flagship mic features a few promising tricks that set it apart from a crowded field of mics: the tran
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4P teaser hints at a multi-camera design
Image: DJI Just a month after releasing the Osmo Pocket 4, DJI is teasing another version of its new compact gimbal camera. Details on the Osmo Pocket 4P are minimal, to say the least, but the company attended the Cannes Film Festival to unveil the new camera. DJI says that showcasing the Osmo Pocke
DJI RS 5 Review – A Decade of Ronin Evolution Culminates in the Most Capable Single-Operator Gimbal Yet
The DJI Ronin series has quietly revolutionized how we capture motion over the past decade, earning both an Engineering Emmy and an Oscar for Scientific and Technical Achievement along the way. Now, the RS 5 arrives with touchscreen tracking, 50% more motor torque, and ergonomic refinements that mak
Hohem iSteady MT3 & MT3 Pro Gimbal Review – Built-In AI Tracking and Pro Performance Without the Pro Price
Hohem unveiled the iSteady MT3 Series at CES 2026, and it immediately caught our attention. Not because it reinvents the gimbal, but because it packages features that typically require expensive add-ons, such as built-in AI tracking, wireless monitoring, and on the Pro model, a detachable remote con
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Blackmagic Camera
v3.3.1• Camera control with companion app for Apple Watch. • Support for full screen portrait mode HDMI output. • Support for ProRes RAW stabilization in iOS 26.1 and above. • Support for ATEM camera control with Blackmagic Camera ProDock. • Support for Blackmagic Focus and Zoom demands. • Front camera now supports portrait and landscape without rotation for iPhone 17. • Addressed possible issue recording ProRes RAW from front lens. • Addressed preview lag with Blackmagic Camera ProDock as audio source. • Addressed open gate H.264 and H.265 using incorrect bit rates. • General performance and stabil
Updated 38d ago
Filmic Pro－Video Camera
v7.5.34Hello creators! We are glad you enjoy using our app to make your videos even greater! To let you enjoy the app even more, we needed to fix some minor bugs, and.. that's what we have diligently done!
Updated 55d ago
Halide Mark II - Pro Camera
v2.27.3Hey friends! This small update should fix an issue causing random (but still frustrating) capture failures. We've also made some adjustments to our film engine. If you have any feedback, please let us know in our Discord. We're also heads down on a bigger release, so stay tuned! - Team Halide
Updated 77d ago
Lightroom Photo & Video Editor
v11.3.3- Get clear skin in seconds with one-tap and new manual touch-up tools, now unified in one view within Retouch of Quick Actions. - Save time with improved keyboard shortcuts by connecting a physical keyboard to your iPad or iPhone: https://adobe.ly/kbshortcuts - Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Updated 1d ago
CapCut: Photo & Video Editor
v17.8.0- Fixed some known issues and improved the trimming experience. We thank you for supporting CapCut and look forward to creating beautiful moments together.
Updated 8d ago
LumaFusion
v5.4.4FIXED: • A crash could occur when using titles with underlined text • Incorrect keyframe timing in single frame animation mode in PaintX • Removed brush effect keyframes could persist in timeline In upcoming releases we will continue adding new features, and will continue to enhance every aspect of LumaFusion. Find tutorials, reference guide, answers to your questions, and contact us directly at lumatouch.co/support
Updated 57d ago
Brand Intelligence
Sennheiser — Audio News & Product Updates
Latest wireless microphones, lavalier mics and audio gear from Sennheiser — relevant for mobile journalism and field production.
SmallRig Conversations — Creator Video Content
Behind-the-scenes videos, tutorials and filmmaker stories from SmallRig. Smartphone and mobile rig builds.
Ulanzi — New Arrivals for Mobile Creators
Budget-friendly rigs, lenses and accessories for smartphone filmmaking and mobile journalism.
Joby — New Stabilisation & Creator Products
New tripods, gorillapods and stabilisation gear for mobile creators and smartphone filmmakers.
Belkin — Mobile Accessories & MagSafe News
New iPhone and mobile creator accessories from Belkin, including MagSafe mounts and charging solutions.
Anker Nordics — New Releases
Latest power accessories and charging gear from Anker, including MagSafe-compatible products for mobile creators.
Reviews & Tests
DJI RS 5 Review – A Decade of Ronin Evolution Culminates in the Most Capable Single-Operator Gimbal Yet
The DJI Ronin series has quietly revolutionized how we capture motion over the past decade, earning both an Engineering Emmy and an Oscar for Scientific and Technical Achievement along the way. Now, the RS 5 arrives with touchscreen tracking, 50% more motor torque, and ergonomic refinements that mak
Hohem iSteady MT3 & MT3 Pro Gimbal Review – Built-In AI Tracking and Pro Performance Without the Pro Price
Hohem unveiled the iSteady MT3 Series at CES 2026, and it immediately caught our attention. Not because it reinvents the gimbal, but because it packages features that typically require expensive add-ons, such as built-in AI tracking, wireless monitoring, and on the Pro model, a detachable remote con
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