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Instagram expands fact-checking program with misinformation warnings on images

19 Dec

In a blog post on Monday, Instagram announced that it is expanding its fact-checking system globally. With this expansion, third-party fact-checkers will review potential information published by Instagram users around the world. In order to reduce the spread of this misinformation, Instagram is using warning labels on flagged images.

Easily acquired photo-editing software like Photoshop has made it possible to fabricate images and use them as ‘proof’ for fake stories. These images can be found across all social media platforms; they may include subtle edits like an airplane added to the image of a skyline or more obvious edits like a shark in a swimming pool.

Rather than removing flagged images, which may raise concerns over censorship, Instagram is using warning labels to alert users who view the images. The initial warning label reads, ‘False information,’ followed by, ‘Reviewed by independent fact-checkers.’ Users have the option of tapping a link that will provide an explanation about why the image was flagged as false or tapping through to view the post.

When viewing the post, users will still see a bright red warning label that reads, ‘See why fact-checkers say this is false.’ Tapping the link takes the user to assessments made by the fact-checkers, as well as their conclusions about the image. Users still have the option of sharing flagged posts.

Accounts that repeatedly post flagged content will be removed from the hashtag and Explore pages in order to reduce their reach on the platform. Users retain the ability to manually report posts as ‘false information’ using the feedback option Instagram introduced earlier this year.

The expansion arrives amid growing concerns over the role Instagram may have in the spreading of disinformation during the 2020 election. The company says it will now automatically label identical content as misinformation if it was first rated as partly false or false on Facebook, a platform heavily criticized over its facilitation of fake news.

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Instagram expands anti-bullying system, starts issuing alerts over offensive captions

17 Dec

Instagram has announced that its platform will start warning users when it detects that they’re about to post a potentially offensive caption on a photo or video. This new feature marks the expansion of the anti-bullying system Instagram introduced earlier this year.

In July, Instagram rolled out an AI-powered system that warns users when they attempt to publish a ‘harmful’ comment. This same technology is now being used to monitor for potentially offensive content captions, as well, Instagram announced on Monday.

The system works by identifying captions that are similar to ones previously reported by users. When the system is triggered, a prompt will appear within the Instagram app that reads, ‘This caption looks similar to others that have been reported.’ Users have the option of either sharing the caption regardless or editing it before publishing.

The feature is rolling out to ‘select’ countries at this time, but will be available globally in ‘coming months.’

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STC expands Clip Filter series with new Panasonic Lumix M43 ND and IR filters

14 Sep

STC Optics has expanded its Clip Filter Series to include new filters for Panasonic Lumix M43 camera systems, as well as the Z Cam E2 4K Cinema Camera and Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K. As with the existing Clip Filters, the new series is designed to be sandwiched between the camera body and lens, positioning the filter over the sensor instead of on the front of the lens.

STC explains that its Panasonic M43 Clip Filter is designed to fit in front of the shutter mechanism to avoid interfering with the camera’s anti-shake function. All of the filters are made with Schott B2790 optical glass with double-sided NANO anti-smudge coatings and A2 stainless steel.

The new Clip Filter lineup includes a sensor protector filter, neutral density filters offered in N8, N16, ND64, ND400 and ND1000, as well as 590nm, 720nm and 850nm IR filters, a 625nm UV-IR cut filter and Astro filters in the following options:

– Multispectra Multi-Band Interferometric Filter
– Duo-Narrowband
– Bimodal Narrowband Filter? ?
– Nightscape Starscape Filter

The STC Clip filters are available on Amazon UK for £81.99 to £91.99, depending on the model, with more options available on the STC website at prices ranging from $ 80 to $ 430.

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Facebook expands Face Recognition photo scanning, makes feature opt-in for new users

06 Sep

Facebook will no longer scan uploaded images for users’ faces by default, according to The Verge. The change will apply to new users who receive the Face Recognition setting as Facebook rolls it out globally over the next several weeks. The Face Recognition feature, which was first introduced in late 2017, will not be turned on unless the user chooses to enable it.

The facial recognition feature works by scanning images for users’ faces and alerting them about these images even if they’re not tagged in them. Users who receive one of these alerts can choose to tag themselves in the image, ignore it, or report the image when applicable.

In an update on the technology following the outcome of its federal appeal in August, Facebook has revealed that the facial recognition feature is rolling out to all users, but that they’ll need to manually enable it if they want the platform to scan other users’ images for their face. A notice in the user’s News Feed will alert that user when the feature becomes available on their account.

Users will be able to find the Face Recognition feature in their account’s Settings menu. Facebook users who currently have Face Recognition on their accounts can find instructions on disabling it here.

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Edelkrone expands 3D-printed ORTAK line with new SKATER 3D kit

31 Aug

Earlier this summer, Edelkrone introduced ORTAK, a line of the company’s products sold at cheaper prices to customers who must 3D print the item’s various components at home. Edelkrone kicked off this lineup with the FlexTILT Head 3D, a 3D-printed and DIY version of its FlexTILT Head 2. The company is back with another product in the ORTAK line with the relaunched and modified PocketSKATER 2.

PocketSKATER 2 was originally launched by Edelkrone as a three-wheel camera skater with the FlexTILT head built-in; it previously cost around $ 250 USD before the company discontinued the product. With this relaunch, the new SKATER 3D has a modified design that enables customers to print the product’s base components using readily accessible 3D printers.

The obvious benefit to the ORTAK product line is reduced cost. The new SKATER 3D, for example, is offered in two parts: a freely available 3D blueprint that can be downloaded from the company’s website and a $ 29 USD kit featuring the CNC-machined aluminum parts for assembling the 3D-printed components.

Edelkrone refers to this arrangement as ‘co-manufacturing,’ one targeted specifically at consumers who already own a 3D printer. The previously launched FlexTILT Head 3D is available as a digital download with a $ 29 USD aluminum parts kit. Both ORTAK products are available now.

Via: DIY Photography

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FAA expands LAANC capabilities to 100+ new airports

24 May

At the beginning of this month, the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Acting Deputy Administrator, Carl Burleson, announced that Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) would be made available to an additional 109 contract towers. The government agency has acted quickly since the news broke at AUVSI Exponential’s keynote presentation.

The FAA has expanded LAANC to increase access for commercial drone pilots in controlled airspace. Still in beta, LAANC was introduced to the public in November, 2017. Applications such as Kittyhawk, AirMap, and Skyward give qualifying remote pilots approval in real-time to access controlled airspace. Without LAANC, the process of getting approval via a waiver could take up to 90 days.

Approximately 600 airports are now covered by the LAANC capability. The FAA also mentions that the list of facilities taking part in LAANC will change. Some airports will drop it altogether. The full list airports added today can be viewed here.

Some major Class B, C, and D airports were added today including the following:

  • Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS)
  • Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
  • Nashville International (BNA)
  • Bob Hope (BUR)
  • Denver International (DEN)
  • Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW)
  • Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW)
  • Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International (FLL)
  • John F. Kennedy International (JFK)
  • McCarran International (LAS)
  • Los Angeles International (LAX)
  • Orlando International (MCO)
  • Chicago Midway International (MDW)
  • Memphis International (MEM)
  • Miami International (MIA)
  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International/Wold-Chamberlin (MSP)
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)
  • Metro Oakland International (OAK)
  • Ontario International (ONT)
  • Chicago O’Hare International (ORD)
  • Portland International (PDX)
  • Philadelphia International (PHL)
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)
  • San Diego International (SAN)
  • Seattle Tacoma International (SEA)
  • San Francisco International (SFO)
  • Salt Lake City International (SLC)

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Wacom expands Intuos Pro tablet and pen line with new ‘Small’ option

11 May

Wacom has expanded its creative pen and tablet product line with the new Intuos Pro Small. This model joins the existing Medium and Large size options to offer professionals a less expensive, more portable alternative. The Intuos Pro Small includes a Wacom Pro Pen 2 and pen stand.

The Wacom Intuos Pro tablet line is designed for photographers, designers, and other graphics professionals. As with the larger sizes, the new Small variant sports a TouchRing and ExpressKeys, though there are only six keys instead of the eight found on the two larger sizes.

Bluetooth connectivity enables the Intuos Pro tablets to connect with both PC and Mac systems. The companion Wacom Pro Pen 2 offers 8,191 levels of pressure, lag-free tracking, and tilt recognition; the company includes 10 replacement nibs with the pen and pen stand.

The Intuos Pro Small size option is now available from Wacom and retailers through which its products are sold, including B&H Photo and Adorama, for $ 249.95 USD. In comparison, the Intuos Pro Medium costs $ 379.95 USD and the Large costs $ 499.95 USD.

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Lomography expands Kino Films line with new Potsdam 100 monochrome film

10 Jan

Lomography has expanded its Kino Films product line with its new Potsdam Kino 100 ISO 35mm black and white film. The new product joins the Berlin Kino 400 ISO B&W film Lomography introduced in November, its new Potsdam likewise inspired by the New German Cinema that experienced high popularity in 1960s Europe.

All of the maker’s Kino Films products are ‘extracted from rolls of cine film produced by a legendary German company that has been changing the face of cinema since the early 1900s,’ according to Lomography.

The triacetate-based Potsdam Kino Film is designed for scenes that require an attention to detail, as well as sunny environments. Resulting images have a fine grain structure coupled with ‘subtle contrast,’ making this what Lomography calls a ‘poetic film.’ The company promises Potsdam film development is ‘a breeze,’ but it has also launched the Lomography B&W Potsdam Kino Cookbook to help photographers get started with the film.

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Shipping won’t begin until April or May 2019, but Lomography is offering preorders through its online shop now. Each pack contains a single roll with 36 exposures for $ 7.90; buyers can also get a 5-roll bundle for $ 39.50 and a bundle of 10 rolls for $ 79.

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Google photos expands album limit to 20,000 photos and videos

20 Dec

In early October this year Google announced Live Albums for Google Photos. Live Albums is an automated way of creating albums in your Photos accounts. The system is capable of identifying specific people and pets in your images and moving them into dedicated albums, without the need for any user interaction.

However, it seems with the new feature the limit of 10,000 images and video per album was way to low. Turns out, people take a lot of pictures and videos of their favorite people and pets.

Thankfully the limit has now been bumped up and family or pet albums, as well as all other albums, can now contain up to 20,000 image and video files. The change has been confirmed by Google to Android Police and documented in the support pages.

The new limit should prevent the need to remove content for a while, but in the event space is at a premium, users can choose to exclude older photos in the album creation process to fee up a little space.

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Zeiss expands Batis lens range with 40mm F2 Close Focus

28 Sep

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Zeiss has announced the Batis 40mm F2 Close Focus, bridging a gap between their existing 25mm F2 and 85mm F1.8 offerings. This brings the total Batis lineup for full-frame Sony E-mount to five, with focal ranges from 18mm to 135mm.

As with the rest of the Batis lineup, the 40mm F2 CF is weather-sealed and comes with autofocus and an OLED display showing focus distance. Reflecting the ‘Close Focus’ in the name, the lens can focus down to a distance of 24cm (9.4in) with a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:3.3.

The Batis 40mm F2 CF, seen under glass in Cologne, Germany.

The Zeiss Batis 40mm F2 CF is priced at €1299/$ 1299.

Press release:

The Most Versatile Lens in the ZEISS Batis Family

The ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF bridges the gap in the ZEISS Batis family lineup

OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 2018-09-27

With a 40 millimeter fixed focal length, the ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF (Close Focus) is the latest addition to the product family. This standard lens in the ZEISS Batis family features a quick autofocus and an extremely short minimum focus distance. Delivery will start in November 2018. “The focal length on the ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, something customers have been eagerly awaiting. The lens bridges the current gap between the ZEISS Batis 2/25 and the ZEISS Batis 1.8/85,” says Dr. Michael Pollmann, Category Manager for Imaging at ZEISS.

The ZEISS Batis family was developed specifically for mirrorless full-frame cameras from Sony (Alpha 7 and Alpha 9 series). The lenses are compatible with all E-mount cameras and cover a total of five focal lengths ranging from 18 to 135 millimeters. Together with these cameras, the ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF ensures a lightweight, easy-to-use, high-performance system that delivers outstanding image quality, a minimum shooting distance of 24 centimeters for close-up shots and a magnification ratio of 1.3.3. “With the launch of the ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF, we now offer a focal length that falls between the standard 35 and 50 millimeter lenses people love to use. We have made the entire ZEISS Batis lens family even more attractive by offering the complete range of focal lengths,” says Pollmann.

The most versatile lens in the ZEISS Batis family

The ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF is able to tackle various photography challenges thanks to its special 40-millimeter focal length. From portrait and street photography to landscape and architecture – anything is possible with this high-resolution fixed focal length. “The lens is excellent for applications requiring normal focal lengths as well as common photographic situations where a bit more of a wide angle is needed. Our customers will enjoy a truly versatile lens which, thanks to its proven ZEISS look, and an outstanding image quality, is also ideal for close-ups. If you’re traveling light and decide to opt for just one lens, then this would be it,” says Pollmann.

Thanks to its high micro contrast and initial aperture of f/2, the lens can perfectly capture individual objects. Features like floating lens design for consistently high image quality across the entire focus range, the ZEISS T* coating for fewer reflections and weather and dust sealed housing and splash protection ensure maximum image quality in almost any situation. For creative work, the innovative OLED display on the ZEISS Batis shows the distance and depth of field, ensuring a perfectly adjusted focus range.

The price of the new ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF is 1.299 € (incl. German VAT) or 1.299 US$ (excl. local taxes).

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