Microsoft announces Surface 3 tablet running full Windows - Microsoft has announced the latest model in its Surface line of tablets, the Surface 3. The big news here is that, unlike its predecessors which were running Windows RT, the new model comes with a full version of Windows 8.1. This means, like on the more expensive Surface Pro models, you can install and run any Windows application including Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom, making the Surface 3 a real alternative t... http://ow.ly/2WK5XX

Mint introduces Instantflex TL70 instant film TLR camera - Polaroid camera repair and maintenance company Mint has introduced its own instant camera called the Mint Instantflex TL70. Fitted with a 65.4mm lens the camera offers aperture settings of f/5.6, f/8, f/16 and f/32 with an additional setting called f/bokeh – which creates a 5-pointed star shaped aperture. The Instantflex also features a flip-up flash unit housed above the viewing lens. Read more http://ow.ly/2WGjyX

Readers' Showcase: Raymond Pang - 'Whales made me do it' isn't exactly what we expected to hear when we asked DPR reader Raymond Pang how he got started in photography. Then again, he's not really your typical photographer. When he couldn't find an app to help him plan out shoots in advance, he learned iOS app development and created one. Take a look at some of his images and read more in our Q&A. See gallery http://ow.ly/2WAW9L

Adaptalux introduces portable lighting studio for macro photography http://ow.ly/2WzjSH

Reikan announces major update to FoCal AF tuning software - Reikan has announced a major update to its AF tuning software, FoCal. FoCal automates the process of calibrating your lens to your DSLR camera body, important - if not absolutely necessary - for critical focus when using fast lenses that yield shallow depth-of-field. Version 2 introduces the ability to check your copy of a lens against other users' test results. Read more http://ow.ly/2Wtzvs

Phase One's Capture One Pro 8.2 software now available - Phase One has released its new Capture One Pro 8.2 software, and with the update comes a new Color Balance Tool making it easier to produce color graded images, as well as additional ways to find images and support for higher resolution displays, including 4K. In addition, support for a few new cameras and nearly a dozen lenses is in place. The update is available now for existing Capture One Pro users and new cus... http://ow.ly/2Wqbjb

Yale acquires Meserve-Kunhardt Collection with iconic Abraham Lincoln portraits http://ow.ly/2WH2dJ

DPReview recommends: Best smartphone cameras - In many users' pockets consumer-level digital compact cameras have been replaced by smartphones. The cameras of the latter don't usually have zoom lenses or xenon flashes but image sensor technology has been rapidly improving, making smartphones important photographic tools for many. We've made a list in no particular order our current favorite smartphone cameras for those who are looking to buy their first smartphone or up... http://ow.ly/2WEvuR

Lee Filters introduces updates to super-wide SW system to fit more lenses and reduce flare http://ow.ly/2WzWhp

Manfrotto launches miniature Lumie LED lights - Accessories manufacturer Manfrotto has announced a new series of consumer LED lights that offer portable continuous output for stills and video photographers. The Lumie Art, Play and Muse lights are powered by a USB rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that is said to deliver over an hour’s worth of continuous lighting. While the Art and Play models come with a hotshoe adapter and a tripod mount, the Muse additionally has a ba... http://ow.ly/2WwCRA

Retro, refined: Fujifilm X100T reviewed - The Fujifilm X100T offers seemingly small improvements on its predecessors, the cult classic X100 and X100S. Its 16MP X-Trans CMOS II sensor and fixed 35mm equiv. f/2 lens are now accompanied by an all electronic shutter mode with increased 1/32000sec maximum speed, redesigned hybrid viewfinder and an upgraded 1.04m dot rear LCD. Find out how much of an impact these incremental updates make. Read review http://ow.ly/2WrpH5

Field test: Shooting Roller Derby with the Olympus OM-D E-M5 II http://ow.ly/2WojWE