Fragment 1.6 app for iOS introduces three new effects

Fragment app is one of those iOS apps that lets you take your images and photos and refragment elements into stunning visuals all within the device.

The latest update, Fragment 1.6, lets anyone transform their photos into stunning, visual artistry using a series of uniquely prismatic overlays. Opening the door to even more amazing photo effects, the company has introduced three new effects, including Glow, Outline, 3D Glasses, as well as the ability to upload custom Fragment shapes.  

Fragment costs US $1.99. Check it out here

Panasonic Canada reveals 2013 LUMIX line of compact cameras, WiFi and NFC on tap

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Panasonic Canada ushers in 2013 with a fresh line-up of LUMIX compact cameras featuring new connectivity options, including in-built Wi-Fi and NFC (Near Field Communication) technologies on tap for better sharing and connectivity options. Hit jump for the press release.

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CES 2013: Olympus bolsters line of Tough cameras at CES

Olympus was all about its Tough line of sporty point and shoot cameras here at CES and they launched five new digital imaging products including 

·         The deep-diving, virtually indestructible TG-2 (pictured above), which packs a bright, f2.0 lens

·         The waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof Olympus TG-830 and TG-630

·         The stylish and full-featured Olympus SH-50

·         The pocket-sized Olympus SZ-16 iHS and SZ-15, both super-zoom cameras with a powerful 24x zoom lens

More information to follow as we determine which of these cameras will be available to the Canadian market.

SourceCode: Ricoh sets an example in keeping customers happy with firmware

 By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Ricoh's GXR camera system was released in 2009 and offered a unique option to the interchangeable lens market by having multiple interchangeable sensors, lenses and image processors. While this system failed to gain the popularity enjoyed by Olympus, Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and others, users who have invested in the system are all praises about Ricoh's continuing support and firmware updates that improve the camera's performance.

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