The new Viltrox Black Friday deals started today – they are offering 20% off on everything they sell:
Additional information can be found here:
Viltrox Black Friday deals started today: 20% off everything they sell
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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
Patents Asserted (all formerly owned by BlackBerry):
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
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:
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:
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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:
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:
For existing customers:
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:
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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
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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:
Leica is rumored to announce a new Leica Q3 Monochrom camera on Thursday
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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:
Here is the classification of he different Viltrox product lines:
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):
Coming next: Leica Q3 Monochrom and Leica SL3 Reporter cameras *UPDATED*
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The Meike Black Friday Deals have already started:
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The previously reported DJI Osmo Action 6 camera is now officially announced:
direct microphone connection
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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).
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.
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:
Additional information on the Zeniko ZA12 mini retro flash:
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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 3 Legged Thing Zadie QD L-Bracket for Nikon Z6 III is now back in stock (black+copper)
Enhance and Rescue Low-res and Noisy Photos with Aiarty (49% OFF Lifetime License Deal)
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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:
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“:
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:
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:
The new DJI Avata 360 drone will come with a 360-degree camera, obstacle avoidance, and LiDAR.
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:
4.0 Type A Card 4.0 Type A CardHere are the details:
Lexar® Professional GOLD CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card
Type A USB 4.0 Reader (sold separately)Lexar® Professional SILVER CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card
Type A USB 4.0 Reader (sold separately)Additional information:
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. 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. 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. 4.0 Type A cards are temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, and shock-resistant, and come with a IP68 rating for dust-and waterproof2. 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):
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.| VPG Profile 4.0 Cameras | VPG Profile 5.0 Cameras | |
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| VPG1600 Memory Card | ー | |
| NX-B2PRO+ Series | |
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| 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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