Thypoch is teasing a new Eureka lens announcement for Monday:

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Malikie is suing Canon over Wi-Fi in cameras and printers. Here is the recap of the Malikie Innovations v. Canon Patent lawsuit:

Overview In mid-November 2025, Irish patent-holding company Malikie Innovations Ltd. (along with its investment partner and beneficiary Key Patent Innovations Ltd.) filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Canon Inc. and its U.S. subsidiary Canon USA Inc.. The case accuses Canon of using Wi-Fi-related technologies in its products without a license. These patents originated from BlackBerry Ltd., which sold a large portfolio of wireless communication patents to Malikie in 2023 as part of a deal worth up to $900 million.

Filing Details

• Date filed: November 12, 2025
• Court: U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas (Waco division, a popular venue for patent cases)
• Case number: 1:25-cv-01826

Patents Asserted (all formerly owned by BlackBerry):

• U.S. Patent No. 7,747,934
• U.S. Patent No. 9,218,434
• U.S. Patent No. 10,484,870
• U.S. Patent No. 10,003,730
• U.S. Patent No. 9,143,323 (The article mentions “half a dozen,” but sources consistently list five; the complaint may clarify six total.)

These patents generally cover aspects of wireless communication protocols, such as how devices connect to Wi-Fi networks, share data wirelessly (e.g., photos from a camera to a phone), and related functionalities in client-server Wi-Fi setups.

Accused Products

• Canon’s digital cameras with built-in Wi-Fi (e.g., models that allow wireless image transfer)
• Wi-Fi-enabled printers
• Canon’s mobile apps (e.g., Canon Camera Connect app) that facilitate wireless connections

The core allegation is that these products infringe by implementing standard Wi-Fi features for networking, file transfer, and remote control — features now common in most modern cameras and printers.

Background and Pre-Lawsuit Efforts Malikie first contacted Canon in March 2024 to offer a license for its Wi-Fi patent portfolio. Despite multiple letters, emails, and requests for meetings over the following 18+ months, no licensing agreement was reached, leading to the lawsuit.

Relief Sought As is standard in these cases, Malikie is seeking:

• Monetary damages (including potentially enhanced damages for willful infringement)
• A permanent injunction (though rarely granted in patent cases post-eBay)
• Attorneys’ fees and costs

Current Status (as of November 19, 2025) The lawsuit is brand new — filed just one week ago. Canon has not yet publicly responded or filed an answer. No hearings or rulings have occurred yet. Given the venue and the nature of the claims, the case could take 1–3 years to resolve, potentially ending in a settlement (common in patent litigation involving former BlackBerry patents).

Context on Malikie Malikie is not a practicing company but a patent assertion entity (often called a “non-practicing entity” or NPE) focused on monetizing the old BlackBerry wireless patent portfolio. It has filed similar Wi-Fi and wireless communication lawsuits against companies like Nintendo, Acer, Toast, Vantiva, and others in 2024–2025. Some of Malikie’s patents have faced challenges (e.g., ex parte reexaminations by groups like Unified Patents questioning validity), but none directly affect this Canon case yet.

In short: This is a fresh patent troll-style suit targeting standard Wi-Fi implementation in Canon’s imaging products. It likely won’t immediately impact consumers or product availability, but it adds to the ongoing wave of litigation around legacy BlackBerry wireless patents. If you’re a Canon user, no immediate action is needed — these cases rarely disrupt the market directly.

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The previously rumored Leica Q3 Monochrom camera is now officially announced:

• Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Calumet
• Leica Q3 Monochrom compared to Leica Q2 Monochrom
• New Leica Q3 Monochrom camera accessories
• Press release
• Additional information
• Additional pictures:

Leica Q3 Monochrom camera officially announced

New Leica Q3 Monochrom camera accessories

Leica Q3 Monochrom compared to Leica Q2 Monochrom

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SmallRig Black Friday deals are now live with up to 30% off discounts on selected gear, running from November 20th until December 1st:

• Amazon
• SmallRig website

Here are some of the discounted items:

More early Black Friday deals can be found here:

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The Topaz Black Friday deals are here – from November 19th to December 3rd, you can save on Topaz Studio and all single apps:

For new customers:

• 43% off Topaz Studio and Topaz Studio Pro (from $399 → $229)
• 15% off all single apps

For existing customers:

• If you already own Topaz Studio: 43% off Studio Pro (from $799 → $455)
• If you have 1+ active licenses or all apps have expired: upgrade to Studio or Studio Pro for 43% off
• 15% off all single apps

Use this link when purchasing to get the discounts.

More early Black Friday deals can be found here:

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Venus Optics will announce two new Laowa lenses on November 24:

• Laowa 17mm f/4 FFII TS/S C-Dreamer
• Laowa 35mm f/2.8 FFII TS/S C-Dreamer Macro 0.5X

Updated list of latest/upcoming/rumored Chinese lenses

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Here is what else is new:

The TTartisan AF 23mm f/1.8 APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now available for order at B&H Photo

AkaraLabs released new “Slim Skin” cases for the Nikon Zf and Zfc cameras

The 3 Legged Thing Zadie QD L-Bracket for Nikon Z6 III is now back in stock (black+copper)

New: Komaru Art Deco Centenary Limited Edition soft release button

The Leica M EV1 camera will be officially released in the US in the next few days

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Sony a7C R, a7C II, ZV-E10M2, and ZV-E1 Firmware Updates Released

Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE Discontinued Abroad and On Sale In The US

PDR: Canon PowerShot V1 vs Fujifilm X100VI vs Leica Q3 vs Sony RX1R Mark II vs Canon RX10 Mark IV

PDR: Hasselblad X2D II 100C vs Fujifilm GFX100II

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Here are the first leaked pictures and specifications of the Leica Q3 Monochrom camera that will be officially announced tomorrow, leaked online:

• Price: $7,790
• 60 MP monochrome sensor with Triple Resolution Technology (60MP, 36MP, 18MP)
• Summilux 28 f/1.7 ASPH. prime lens with macro mode
• 8K video
• Tilting touch display
• Leica FOTOS App support
• 5.76 megapixel OLED viewfinder
• Content Credentials
• New accessories
• Package includes: BP-SCL 6 Battery, USB-C cable, lens hood, lens cap, hot shoe cover, carrying strap, and a booklet

Leica is rumored to announce a new Leica Q3 Monochrom camera on Thursday

Via LeicaRumors

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The previously rumored Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount has been officially announced. The lens already exists for Sony E-mount. Pre-orders are now open at:

• US: B&H Photo
• International: Viltrox store

Here is the classification of he different Viltrox product lines:

• Viltrox LAB: high-specification lens, small screen, control ring, VCM motor
• Viltrox PRO: high-specification lens with an aperture ring, VCM motor
• Viltrox EVO: stepless aperture ring and STM motor
• Viltrox AIR: lightweight, no additional controls, with STM motor

Additional information can be found here:

Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount officially announced

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On Thursday (November 20th), Leica will announce the rumored Leica Q3 Monochrom camera with a 28mm lens, together with new accessories.

Here is an updated list/recap of expected/rumored Leica cameras and lenses (see all previous reports here):

• The Leica M EV1 camera will be officially released in the US in the next few days
• Leica Q3 Monochrom in November
• Leica M12 (rumored for 2026)
• Leica mirrorless medium format camera (2026?)
• Leica M-mount lens rumors:
  • Leica Noctilux M 35mm f/1.2 lens in January 2026
  • Leica APO-Summicron M 50mm f/2 with close focusing
  • New 35mm + 50mm Safari/Reporter green lenses for M-mount
• Leica L-mount lens rumors:
  • Leica SL APO 135mm
  • Leica SL 85mm f/1.4 (probably based on Sigma design)
  • Leica 105mm
  • Leica SL 18-50mm
  • Leica SL APO-Summicron-SL 24mm f/2 ASPH
  • Leica SL 28-105mm or 24-105mm f/4

Update: the new Leica Q3 Monochrom camera will be released in the US this Thursday, new accessories expected

Coming next: Leica Q3 Monochrom and Leica SL3 Reporter cameras *UPDATED*

Join the new Leica M EV1 Facebook Group 

Join the new Leica M12 Facebook Group

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The Meike Black Friday Deals have already started:

• Meike savings at B&H Photo
• Meike savings on Amazon (see also this list)
• Check also the official Meike website

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The previously reported DJI Osmo Action 6 camera is now officially announced:

• Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt
• New: SmallRig cage kits for DJI Osmo Action 6
• Additional information

• All-New 1/1.1-inch square sensor
• Cold-Resistant & 4-hour battery life
• OsmoAudio direct microphone connection
• 50GB built-in storage
• Variable aperture f2.0-f4.0
• 20m waterproof

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DxO Black Friday 2025 has just started with up to 50% off. Get an additional 15% off DxO products on top of the already reduced prices with the coupon code RUMORS when you purchase from this link (valid for new customers only).

DxO PhotoLab 9

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More early Black Friday deals can be found here:

The 2025 SmallRig Pre-Black Friday Deals have officially kicked off on their website, with exclusive offers that vary by country. Check the official website for your version of the deals. Some of the offers include spin & win, mystery box, 15%-50% off coupons, and more.

Early Black Friday deals at B&H Photo.

Luminar Neo 2025 Black Friday deals.

ON1 Black Friday deals: up to 50% off.

Thypoch Black Friday deals: Thypoch website | B&H Photo  |Amazon.

BrightinStar Black Friday pre-sale: up to $66 off

AstrHori Black Friday deals: up to 30% off.

Sirui Black Friday deals: up to 74% off.

Ulanzi’s Black Friday early deals: up to 22% off.

Venus Optics Laowa photo lenses Black Friday deals.

Venus Optics Laowa cinema lenses Black Friday deals.

Get an extra 5% off on select Canon gear when you use the Payboo credit card (valid through November 30, 2025).

H&Y filters Black Friday deals.

Kolari Black Friday deals.

Adobe Black Friday deals.

Think Tank Photo Black Friday deals.

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A new Zeniko ZA12 mini retro flash compatible with Fujifilm, Sony, Canon, Nikon, Olympus, and other camera brands was launched recently (also available on AliExpress). You can see all Zeniko products at their Amazon store:

• Zeniko ZF04 flash
• Zeniko ZF08 flash
• Zeniko FM01 folding hot shoe riser

Additional information on the Zeniko ZA12 mini retro flash:

New Zeniko Flash Products

Via CanonAddict

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Here is what else is new:

Now available: Contax Planar 35/2 T* non-destructive lens conversion kit 2.0 for Leica M-mount

The “Leica: An Illustrated History” book, Vol. I & II by James Lager have been reissued as a 100th-anniversary deluxe limited edition

The 3 Legged Thing Zadie QD L-Bracket for Nikon Z6 III is now back in stock (black+copper)

New: Mid49 cage and accessory kit for Nikon ZR cameras

Vote for your favorite Black Friday deal at Foto Erhardt

Enhance and Rescue Low-res and Noisy Photos with Aiarty (49% OFF Lifetime License Deal)

Ricoh to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the release of the GR DIGITAL camera with multiple events

SmallRig Fujifilm X-T30III Accessories

Canon EOS R6 Mark III Kit Shortages Announced

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Here are the latest financial results from Tamron, Sony, Nikon, Ricoh, Fujifilm, Canon, Leica, and OM System:

Tamron: Q3 FY2025 YTD financial results:

• Tamron products turned to revenue growth in Q3, slightly down YTD (Q1-Q3)
  • Japan/India: revenue growth, outpacing the market
  • US: turned to revenue growth from Q2; also, up YTD (Q1-Q3)
  • China: returned to growth in Q3, but down YTD due to high growth in the prior year’s first half
  • Europe: slow sales recovery
• OEM products: significant revenue declined due to sluggish sales of certain ordered models
• Operating income: decreased due to lower gross profit from a significant decline in OEM sales

Sony – “In the imaging market, demand has slowed in two regions: China, where government subsidies that lasted through Q1 FY25 significantly declined, and the U.S., primarily due to the impact of additional tariffs“:

Sony Q2 FY2025 Consolidated Financial Results

Nikon – revenue and profits down because of foreign exchange rates and tariffs:

Nikon Q2 financial results: revenue and profits down because of foreign exchange rates and tariffs

Ricoh – strong performance in the camera business:

Latest Ricoh financial reports: strong performance in the camera business

Fujifilm – Imaging segment revenue up 13.3% YoY, profit up 21.5%, forecast raised:

Fujifilm Q2 FY2025 Financial Results

Canon – profit down due to Trump’s tariffs:

Canon Q3 financial report: profit down due to Trump’s tariffs

Leica – revenue up 7.6% alongside continued profitability growth:

Leica is doing great: revenue up 7.6% to €596 million, alongside continued profitability growth

OM System continues to be in the red:

OM System continues to be in the red in 2024: operating profit expected to be -¥1.2 billion yen

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After the announcement of the DJI Neo 2 drone, here is what else is coming from DJI:

DJI Osmo Action 6

DJI Osmo Action 6 camera:

• Sensor: 38 MP 1/1.1″ CMOS
• Lens: Variable aperture f/2-f/4
• Video: 4k up to 120fps, 1080p up to 240fps
• Stabilization: RockSteady 3.0+ & HorizonSteady
• 20-meter waterproof capability
• Low-temperature resistance
• 4 hours of battery life
• OsmoAudio dual microphones
• 50GB of internal storage
• Weight: 149 g
• Coming on November 18th

DJI Avata 360

The new DJI Avata 360 drone will come with a 360-degree camera, obstacle avoidance, and LiDAR.

DJI Zenmuse

DJI Zenmuse L3 next-generation aerial LiDAR and camera system (November 4).

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Lexar launched 2TB capacity for its GOLD and SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A memory cards:

• 2TB Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card
• 2TB Lexar® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card

Here are the details:

Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card

• Capacities up to 2TB to capture larger 8K video files and burst mode images
• Max read speeds up to 1800MB/s¹ and max write speeds up to 1650MB/s¹ when paired with the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type A USB 4.0 Reader (sold separately)
• Sustained write speeds of 1400MB/s, and a VPG400 rating
• Temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, IP68 dust- and water-resistant, and 150N pressure-proof²
• Compatible with current Sony Alpha and Sony FX cameras

Lexar® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card

• Capacities up to 2TB to capture larger 8K video files and burst mode images
• Compatible with Sony Alpha and Sony FX cameras
• Max read speeds of 1750MB/s, max write speeds of 1650MB/s when paired with the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type A USB 4.0 Reader (sold separately)
• Sustained write speeds up to 1300MB/s and a VPG200 rating
• Temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, IP68-rated dust- and water-resistance, and 150N pressure proof²

Additional information:

• The 2TB Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card and the 2TB Lexar® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card are engineered to help creatives stay in the field longer, with the capacity to store multiple burst photo collections and capture seamless cinema-quality 8K video.
• Featuring max read speeds of 1800MB/s and max write speeds of 1650MB/s,¹ the 2TB Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card can capture vibrant, fast-action shots and accelerate post-production. Combined with sustained write speeds up to 1400MB/s, this card allows users to capture video without missing a frame.
• Built to capture seamless 8K video and gorgeous burst photos, the Lexar^® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card delivers max read speeds of 1750MB/s, max write speeds of 1650MB/s and sustained write speeds of up to 1300MB/s¹ so users can capture anything they’d like to shoot.
• Equipped with a rugged design, these cards are built to withstand harsh environments. The 2TB Lexar® Professional GOLD and SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards are temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, and shock-resistant, and come with a IP68 rating for dust-and waterproof².
• “Built to provide next-gen performance, Lexar CFexpress 4.0 Type A cards give professionals the speed and reliability needed to capture burst photos and large video files without dropping a frame,” said Joey Lopez, Director of Brand Marketing. “Paired with 2TB of storage, this compact and durable card provides massive capacity for you to capture the action and stay in the field for longer.”
• The 2TB Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A card is available for an MSRP of $699.99, and the 2TB Lexar® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card is available for an MSRP of $599.99. Both cards are compatible with Sony Alpha cameras and Sony FX Series cameras.

The new 1TB Lexar Armor stainless-steel memory cards are now available

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Nextorage developed the world’s first memory card supporting both VPG1600 and VPG400 standards (Nextorage products are sold at Amazon and B&H Photo):

Kawasaki, Japan — November 13, 2025 — Nextorage Corporation (CEO: Katsuyuki Honda) today announced the development of the NX-B2PRO+ Series, a CFexpress Type B memory card compatible with both the new VPG1600 and the current VPG400 standards — the first of its kind in the world[1]. The NX-B2PRO+ Series is scheduled for commercialization in 2026. The product has already obtained official VPG1600 and VPG400 certifications from the CompactFlash^® Association (CFA), and preparations for launch are currently underway.

Leading Innovation in Storage for Next-Generation Video Production

Nextorage has consistently delivered storage solutions with world’s first and No.1 in the world, supporting the evolution of video production. To ensure a seamless transition to next-generation standards, the company has leveraged its cutting-edge technology and experience in developing the NX-B2PRO+ Series. In today’s production environments, performance demands on memory cards vary widely depending on the project and equipment used. By supporting both the new VPG1600 standard and the existing VPG400 standard, the NX-B2PRO+ Series provides creators with a reliable bridge to the future of high-performance video recording technology.

About the VPG1600 Standard

The VPG1600, defined in Video Performance Guarantee Profile 5.0 by the CompactFlash Association on February 27, 2025, guarantees a minimum sustained write speed of 1,600 MB/s — a performance level designed to meet the requirements of future high–bit-rate video recording. By also supporting VPG400 (Video Performance Guarantee Profile 4.0), the NX-B2PRO+ Series maintains backward compatibility with current CFexpress Type B devices.

	VPG Profile 4.0 Cameras	VPG Profile 5.0 Cameras
VPG1600 Memory Card		ー
VPG1600 Memory Card	ー
NX-B2PRO+ Series

The NX-B2PRO+ Series ensures stable recording performance even when paired with upcoming cameras designed for ultra–high bit-rate video capture.
Nextorage also offers card readers and portable SSDs optimized for CFexpress 4.0 to maximize the performance of its CFexpress Type B memory cards. Combined use of these products enables a more efficient workflow and a smoother content creation process.

NX-B2PRO+ Series Specifications

Series	NX-B2PRO+ Series
Model / Capacity[2]	NX-B2PROP1330G / 1,330 GB, NX-B2PROP660G / 660 GB
Form factor	CFexpress Type B
Interface	PCIe®4.0 × 2, NVMe 1.4
NAND flash memory	pSLC
VPG	VPG1600/VPG400

[1] Based on Nextorage research as of November 2025.
[2] Capacity is based on 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. A portion of the memory is used for system files and may vary.

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The world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for E/Z/L mount raised over $217k on Kickstarter:

Now on Kickstarter: the world’s first Sirui Astra 50mm/75mm/100mm 1.33X full-frame autofocus anamorphic cine lenses for E/Z/L

The new Caira AI Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera raised over $403k on Kickstarter:

The new Caira AI Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera raised over $400k on Kickstarter

Here are a few other successfully funded Kickstarter projects that are still available as late pledges:

• SPINN.DESIGN ProWrapp
• Peak Design Pro Tripod
• Lit Duo 1 lightmeter – you can play Snake on it:

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