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DJI Spark Firmware Update Enhances Flight Safety: 8/22/2017 7:32:56 AM; The new firmware update enhances Spark’s battery management system to optimize power supply during flight. In addition, the new firmware has added support to fully integrate Spark with the DJI Goggles, optimized the PalmLaunch function for better stability after takeoff, improved the accuracy of controls under the QuickShot Dronie mode and enhanced the compatibility of the …
Leica Sport Optic presents the new ‘Closer to Nature’ package: 8/18/2017 9:12:18 AM; Leica Sport Optics (Wetzlar) is offering a new ‘Closer to Nature’ package comprising a Leica APO-Televid 82 W spotting scope, a Leica 25-50X WW ASPH.
The Academy Delves into Latin American Film with Expansive Project “From Latin America to Hollywood: Latino Film Culture in Los Angeles, 1967–2017”: 8/18/2017 8:58:20 AM; The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present From Latin America to Hollywood: Latino Film Culture in Los Angeles, 1967–2017, a series of film screenings, live conversations, oral histories, publications and a dedicated website exploring the shared influences of Latino and Latin American filmmakers and the work they created or presented in Los Angeles …
DJI Develops Option For Pilots To Fly Without Internet Data Transfer: 8/18/2017 7:29:00 AM; DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, is developing a new local data mode that stops internet traffic to and from its flight control apps, in order to provide enhanced data privacy assurances for sensitive government and enterprise customers.
DJI Announces AirWorks 2017 to Help Enterprises Put Drones to Work in Skies Around the World: 8/17/2017 5:22:11 PM; DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, opened registration on Thursday for its AirWorks enterprise drone conference on November 7-9 in Denver, Colorado.
Film Visionaries Shape and Influence Cinematic Landscape with 2017 TIFF Masters Programme: 8/16/2017 8:28:39 AM; The Toronto International Film Festival® has earned global recognition for its breadth of diversity and innovation in programming, and the lineup for the Masters programme is no exception.
Father of actress Michelle Williams awarded $2.3M verdict: 8/15/2017 9:56:17 PM; Denver, CO – August 15, 2017. Just last week on Wednesday, August 9th, a Colorado federal court jury found software trading company Genesis Financial Technologies Inc. in breach of contract with futures and commodities trader Larry Williams and LnL Publishing, LLC (Mr.
Lexus International and the Weinstein Company Announce Patty Jenkins and Antoine Fuqua to Join Taylor Sheridan as Members of the Lexus Short Films Season 4 Selection Committee: 8/14/2017 2:34:55 PM; After an exciting launch in June at Tokyo Short Shorts for Season 4 of Lexus Short Films, Lexus International and The Weinstein Company have now announced Patty Jenkins, best known for directing Warner Bros.
Y Combinator and Atomico-backed Bitmovin Expands To Asia Pacific, Adds Former Amazon Web Services Exec to Lead Hong Kong Office: 8/14/2017 12:50:03 PM; SAN FRANCISCO, HONG KONG — August 14, 2017 — Bitmovin, the provider of streaming video infrastructure technologies, today announced its expansion into the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of its new office in Hong Kong and the hiring of David Godfrey as Vice President and General Manager of the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
GapKids Celebrates the Back to School Season with the Launch of the ‘Forward with’ Campaign and Partnership with Lionsgate for the Upcoming Feature Film ’Wonder’: 8/10/2017 12:28:58 PM; GapKids is celebrating kids returning to the classroom with the “Forward with” campaign and short film series by highlighting the people who help shape kids’ futures. In partnership with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), the final short in the series, ‘Forward with Kindness,’ is inspired by the studio’s eagerly anticipated feature film Wonder, and …
Red Dot Awards for the Brand Book of Audi Sport: 8/10/2017 7:33:59 AM; The new Audi Sport Brand Book has received three awards at this years “Red Dot Award: Communication Design”: The painstakingly produced Brand Book from Audi Sport GmbH took the renowned German in the categories “Books” and “Film Craft” - for the book itself and for two of the films produced for it.
LG V30 to elevate smartphone camera to new heights: 8/10/2017 4:32:44 AM; LG Electronics (LG) will incorporate an F1.6 aperture camera and glass lens in the dual camera of its upcoming V30 flagship smartphone, introducing industry-leading innovations that bring a new level of photographic innovation to the mobile industry.
DJI Appoints Roger Luo As President Of The Company: 8/10/2017 3:53:51 AM; DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, has appointed Roger Luo, previously the Vice President of Operations, as President of the company, effective immediately.
Global Publication for Autobiography of Yusra Mardini, Refugee Olympic Athlete & UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador: 8/9/2017 8:27:33 AM; St. Martin’s Press will publish the autobiography of 19-year old Yusra Mardini, the Olympic Syrian refugee who famously fled her country and became a member of the firstever Refugee Olympic Athletes Team that competed under the Olympic flag at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
DJI Phantom 3 SE Now Available in Select Markets Worldwide: 8/9/2017 7:47:31 AM; DJI has announced the availability of its final model in the iconic Phantom 3 product line with the Phantom 3 SE camera drone. The Phantom 3 SE features several improvements over its predecessor, the Phantom 3 Standard, including the ability to record 4K ultra high-definition video, and a Vision Positioning System for precise navigation and flight stability.
A Spiritual Journey: Christianity or Islam?: 8/8/2017 1:00:00 AM; Sometimes life can force one to choose between ignorance and wisdom, right and wrong, and understanding and peace of mind. In a riveting fusion of romance and spirituality, Dr.
Visionary Works from Internationally Acclaimed Directors Headline TIFF’s Platform Programme: 8/3/2017 10:17:47 AM; The Toronto International Film Festival® unveiled its lineup of 12 films for this year’s Platform programme, following on the success of last year’s Platform, which included celebrated films such as William Oldroyd’s Lady Macbeth, Pablo Larrain’s Jackie and Barry Jenkins’s Academy Award Best Picture winner, Moonlight.
DJI Spark Camera Drone Becomes More Fun And Intelligent With New Video And Photo Features: 8/3/2017 7:33:17 AM; DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, has released new features for its Spark camera drone that make it easier than ever to capture and share life’s special moments on the go.
Lady Bird to Open Special Presentations Programme at 2017 Toronto International Film Festival: 7/27/2017 10:30:30 AM; The Toronto International Film Festival® announced today Lady Bird as the Opening film of the Special Presentations Programme. Written and directed by Greta Gerwig, the film stars Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges, Timothee Chalamet and Beanie Feldstein.
Toronto International Film Festival Reveals First Gala and Special Presentation Titles for 2017: 7/27/2017 9:53:07 AM; Piers Handling, CEO and Director of TIFF, and Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director of TIFF, today unveiled the first round of titles premiering in the Gala and Special Presentations programmes of the 42nd Toronto International Film Festival®.