Micron Technology Press Release

Micron challenges college students to a Camera phone Photography and Video contest.

BOISE, Idaho, October 25, 2006 – Micron Technology, Inc., is challenging college students to discover the photography potential of today’s camera phones. Micron is sponsoring a competition, dubbed the Micron Mobile Theater Contest, where participating students will capture the extraordinary, inspirational, and intriguing in single-frame shots and continuous video, using mobile phones designed with Micron memory and image sensors. “We are encouraging these students to use their imagination and creativity to maximize the mobile imaging innovations designed into today’s camera phones,” said Bob Gove, vice president of Micron’s imaging group. “As the camera phone imaging leader, we are advancing the picture quality of today’s camera-equipped mobile phones. While the contest is designed to demonstrate the photographic and video capabilities of today’s mobile phones, it also provides a unique perspective to how our technology impacts camera phone imaging.”

FotoNation Press Release

Advanced Software Identifies and Locks onto Faces for Automatic Cropping, Focus & Exposure

October 24, 2006, Monterey, CA,— FotoNation, (www.fotonation.com), a world-leading imaging and connectivity solutions company for the digital photography industry, announced today at the 6Sight Mobile Imaging Summit, FotoNation “Face Tracker™,” the world’s first face detection and tracking technology for camera phones.  FotoNation Face Tracker represents a major breakthrough in advanced digital image capture technology.  It detects the presence and position of a subject’s face at up to 30 frames per second during image capture enabling the optimal setting of exposure, focus and color balance.

Samsung Press Release

SEOUL, KOREA, Oct 10th, 2006: Samsung reinforces its technology leadership by launching the world’s first 10 megapixel mobile phone (model: SCH-B600) in Korean market. Samsung reached another milestone in camera phones by launching 10 megapixel camera phone, which was unveiled at CeBIT in March this year. Samsung has been the first to introduce mobile phone with embedded camera in 2000. Samsung has also launched the world’s first 5 megapixel camera phone in October 2004 ; the world’s first 7 megapixel camera phone in July 2005. Samsung’s 10 megapixel camera phone (SCH-B600) is 6mm thinner and 10g lighter than the 7 megapixel camera phone (SCH-V770) and sets itself apart from its previous megapixel camera phones by combining mobile TV capability in Satellite standard.

Nokia Press Release

Nokia Open Studio 2006, New York, US - Nokia today introduced the Nokia N95, an all-in-one multimedia computer with a pioneering 2-way slide concept, integrated GPS functionality, a 5 megapixel camera and support for high-speed mobile networks, making it easier to watch and record videos, listen to songs, take high-quality photos, browse the internet, or catch up on email while on the move. “The Nokia N95 brings a range of multimedia ingredients together, such as a fantastic display, outstanding photo and video capability and high-speed connectivity, making it the ultimate multimedia computer,” said Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President, Multimedia, Nokia. “This single device - which fits easily in your pocket - can replace stand-alone devices that you no longer need, whether it’s your music player, your digital camera, PDA or navigation device. Most importantly, the Nokia N95 is with you and connected when you want to use it.”

Photokina Update: We now have some product photos live from Photokina 2006 - just click the link below to view them.

Nokia Press Release

Nokia Open Studio 2006, New York, US - Nokia today introduced the Nokia N75, its smallest multimedia computer, offering digital music playback, quality photography, telephony and rich internet communication.  The Nokia N75 provides a complete multimedia experience in a thin and elegant clamshell, while utilizing Nokia’s renowned ease of use. “By combining people’s entertainment and leisure needs into the Nokia N75, Nokia is affecting the lifestyles of mobile device users in a positive way. With all its features and beautiful design, the Nokia N75 keeps your life connected and it’s far easier and more enjoyable to just have one device to carry around, and still keep ahead of the game!” said Nigel Rundstrom, vice president of Multimedia Sales for Nokia in North America. 

Technology website fosfor gadgets has a good comparison of two high-spec camera phones, the Nokia N93 (pictured) and the Sony Ericsson K800i.

“You don’t have to be Einstein to understand that the majority of all photographies in the future will be shot by cellphone cameras. The camera phones still have to be significantly better before they can compete seriously, but the gap is shrinking for each year. We took the two of the best cameraphones that is available on the market to find out how good they are.”

Website: fosfor gadgets - Nokia N93 vs Sony Ericsson K800i

Nokia Press Release

Espoo, Finland - Nokia today announced that its latest high performance multimedia computer, the Nokia N93, has been awarded the European Media Phone of the Year 2006-2007 by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), Europe’s largest multimedia press organization. The award is yet another industry recognition of Nokia’s continued commitment to innovation in mobile imaging. EISA commended the still image and video capture quality of the Nokia N93 plus the extensive internet and connectivity options, dubbing the device the “perfect example of a multimedia computer that can fit in your hands.” The judges also singled out the Nokia N93’s video editing and printing capability and its digital music player for particular praise.

Lyra Research Press Release

Newton, MA (PRWEB) August 7, 2006—According to a new forecast by Lyra Research, the digital imaging authority (www.lyra.com), camera phones have now become the most prevalent image-capture devices in the world. The global installed base of camera phones has now surpassed that of film and digital cameras combined. Lyra estimates that the installed base of camera phones will reach approximately 850 million units in 2006, and this number is expected to grow to more than 1.5 billion units in 2010.

LG unveils the 5 megapixel LG KG920 cameraphone, which also features a 4x digital zoom and 180 degree twist design. The LG KG920 will be available from early August at The Carphone Warehouse.

LG Mobile Press Release
                 
London, 27th July 2006 – LG Mobile (LG) announces the first 5 Mega-Pixel digital camera phone to arrive in the UK, the LG KG920. Leading the camera phone market, LG Mobile bring the KG920 to the UK in silver with a unique camera-style form, the KG920 boasts an innovative twist design that allows the camera to rotate up to 180 degrees. A UK first, the LG KG920 is set to outperform even the latest digital cameras available in the UK market with its multitude of photographic capabilities. Within its super-slim, compact form, the KG920 packs a powerful 4x digital zoom for crystal clear close-up shots. With summer season well underway, the handset is ideal to capture the perfect snaps whilst on holiday abroad or out and about in the UK.

Nokia Press Release

Espoo, Finland - Nokia today announced that deliveries of the new Nokia N93 have begun. The latest addition to Nokia’s high performance Nokia Nseries multimedia computer range, the Nokia N93 offers uncompromised digital camcorder, telephony and rich internet functionality. Boasting a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, 3x optical zoom and DVD-like video capture, the Nokia N93 also offers advanced connectivity and editing options. You can connect the Nokia N93 directly to your compatible TV for a widescreen movie experience, upload your images and video directly from the handset to select online albums or blogs, and even create high-quality home movies and burn them to DVD with the included Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 software.

Nokia Press Release

Espoo, Finland - Nokia is proud to announce that shipments have begun for the Nokia N73, a stunning multimedia computer with excellent photography features and integrated stereo speakers for optimized audio pleasure. The Nokia N73 includes a 3.2 megapixel auto-focus camera with Carl Zeiss optics, and support for social networks on the Internet like Flickr, the world’s leading online photo sharing community. This is truly a connected camera for the digital shutterbug. The Nokia N73 is estimated to retail at roughly 400 euro without tax and subsidies and is available in three beautifully designed color combinations: silver grey/deep plum, frost white/metallic red and frost white/mocha brown.

InvenSense Press Release

SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 16, 2006 – InvenSense, the leading provider of motion sensing solutions for mobile applications, today announced it is addressing image quality problems in the high-growth camera phone market with its miniature image stabilization system, due out in the second half of this year. Global camera phone sales are skyrocketing and are projected to be the most common image capture device in the world within a few years. Gartner Group estimates that nearly 300 million camera phones were shipped in 2005, while Infotrends/CAP Ventures projects that number to reach one billion units by 2010.

Nokia Press Release

Espoo, Finland - Nokia today revealed that the Nokia N80 multimedia computer has been voted the Best Mobile Imaging Device in Europe 2006 by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), the largest photo and imaging press association in Europe. The award is an endorsement of the Nokia N80’s industry-leading feature set, which makes it one of the most high performance devices currently available in the marketplace.

Nokia Press Release

Nokia and Press Gazette join forces to launch the Nokia Citizen Journalism Awards

Nokia and Press Gazette, organisers of the British Press Awards, today announced the creation of a new award to recognise and celebrate the growing phenomenon of citizen journalism. The Nokia Citizen Journalism Awards are open to any member of the public that has had a photo or video clip published or used by a newspaper, magazine, broadcast service, internet news service, blog or photo sharing website in the last 12 months. Entries can be submitted to a specially created website at www.citizenjournalismawards.co.uk and will be judged by a distinguished industry panel including Jon Snow (Award winning presenter of Channel 4 News), Vicky Taylor (BBC News Interactivity Editor), Nick Wrenn (Editor CNN.com Europe), and Glyn Genin (Chairman of the Picture Editors Awards and former Financial Times Picture Editor). The deadline for entries is June 30th.

Nokia Press Release

Nokia Introduces the Next Story in Video with the Nokia N93 - Digital camcder and multimedia computer in one easy-to-use compact package

Berlin, Germany and Hong Kong, China - Nokia have introduced the Nokia N93, the ultimate mobile device for spontaneous video recording. Offering uncompromised digital camcorder, telephony and rich Internet communication functionalities, the Nokia N93 features a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, DVD-like video capture and 3x optical zoom. You can connect the Nokia N93 directly to your TV for a widescreen movie experience or upload your images and video to online albums or blogs. Moreover, you can create high-quality home movies and burn them to DVD with the included Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 software. “The Nokia N93 marks a new era in the digital camcorder market,” said Anssi Vanjoki, executive vice president and general manager of Multimedia, Nokia. “Incorporating all the features you need for great quality movie-making, the Nokia N93 is a fantastic example of a multimedia computer with true digital camcorder performance at its core. Thanks to its connectivity, it allows you to immediately share the memories you’ve captured, taking the entire camcorder experience to the Internet age.”

Nokia Press Release

Digitally Divine Nokia N73 - the Ultimate Challenge to the Digital Camera

Berlin, Germany and Hong Kong, China - Nokia have unveiled the latest addition to the Nokia Nseries family, the Nokia N73, a stunning multimedia computer in a compact and savvy exterior with exquisite photography features and integrated stereo speakers with 3D sound for optimized audio pleasure. In addition to a large 2.4 inch display, the Nokia N73 includes a 3.2 megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, autofocus and support for Internet communities like Flickr - a package ready to challenge any digital camera. “The ideal companion for the digital camera lover, the Nokia N73 is as easy to use as it is compact to carry. Imagine, stunning print quality photos and multimedia are just a slide and a click away, ready to be shared immediately, said Juha Putkiranta, senior vice president, Multimedia Computers, Nokia. “Being able to intuitively capture, edit and share your digital memories is at the core of the Nokia N73, which also offers the enriched multimedia experiences of the Nokia Nseries range. The joy of using the Nokia N73 extends beyond the actual device, by fusing people to their passions and with others who share them. The Nokia N73 is truly a camera for the Internet age, enabling people to share their photos on the Web in an instant, on Flickr or other photo sharing communities.”

Nokia Press Release

Nokia and Yahoo! add Flickr support in Nokia Nseries Multimedia Computers - Easy mobile photo sharing directly from your device

Berlin, Germany and Hong Kong, China - Nokia, the world leader in mobile communications, and Yahoo!, the number one Internet destination, announced that they are making it easy for mobile photographers to upload and add comments to photos directly from their Nokia Nseries multimedia computers to Flickr, the largest online photo sharing community on the Web. Consumers will be able to connect to their online Flickr accounts without the need to download or install any additional applications. The Nokia N93, Nokia N73 and Nokia N72, also announced today, are the first Nokia Nseries devices to support Flickr. “More and more people are using mobile products to access Internet services and applications, which is why we are adding support for services like Flickr to our Nokia Nseries devices,” said Mikko Pilkama, director, Multimedia, Nokia. “Powerful multimedia computers like the Nokia Nseries are the best way to enjoy these new experiences and have them with you all the time. Being able to share a spontaneously captured photo with friends, or even complete strangers, is easy when you have a connected computer sitting in your pocket.”

Nokia Press Release

Adobe and Nokia Join Forces to Bring Consumers a Complete Video Editing Solution - Award-winning Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 software for video capture, editing and sharing to ship with the new Nokia N93

Berlin, Germany; Hong Kong, China and San Jose, Calif. - Nokia, the global leader in mobility, and Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq: ADBE), have announced that the standard sales pack of the new Nokia N93 mobile device will incorporate Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 software for Windows XP. With Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0, video captured using the Nokia N93 can now be transferred to compatible desktop PC’s to edit, burn to DVD, and export to other formats for Web streaming and email. Delivered free of charge to Nokia N93 customers, Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 (valued at US$99.99) will further enhance the video capture and sharing experience.

InfoTrends Press Release

Camera Function Tops List of Frequently Used Features on Cell Phones, According to InfoTrends’ Study

(Weymouth, MA) April, 25 2006… According to recent research by InfoTrends, the camera is the most popular mobile application. Although consumers may not be purchasing phones initially for their imaging components, it seems that once they try the camera feature, they are pleasantly surprised by its utility. Of course, as digital cameras on cell phones become more widely available, the function is graduating from a special feature to one of a list of product specifications. InfoTrends’ data shows that 29% of U.S. Internet users now have a camera phone, up from 18% in June of 2005. As the market moves towards an early majority phase, behaviors will change accordingly. For example, the number of images captured per month has been cut by more than 60% from 2004 to 2005. The cause of this decline can be attributed to some consumers no longer purchasing camera phones for “fun” and “spontaneity,” but rather because the handset was the most affordable and had the best overall features.

Phlash (TM) Lifts Cameraphone Photography Out of the Dark Ages; Phlash Attaches to Any Cameraphone, Providing Powerful Lighting to Enable Quality Picture Taking Indoors and at Night

VENICE, Calif.—March 20, 2006—Foxden Holdings, LLC today introduced Phlash(TM), the world’s first universal cameraphone flash designed to provide powerful, even lighting for superior mobile phone photography. “There are 100 million cameraphones being used today, but less than 1 percent include a built-in flash. And unfortunately, even those built-in flashes are very weak because they are often added by manufacturers as an afterthought,” said Dale Fox, director, Foxden Holdings and the inventor of Phlash. “That’s ironic, considering most consumers use cameraphones to take quick, candid photos indoors—at restaurants, clubs, or other places with insufficient lighting. To solve this problem, we developed Phlash. Phlash is 12 times brighter than most built-in flashes, and allows anyone who already owns a cameraphone to finally take quality pictures indoors and at night.”