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Nikon Announces NIKKOR Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena Lens; Hands On YouTube Video Review at B&H Photo

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Nikon has released a new Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena Lens Z-mount lens built for portraiture; the Plena is a short-telephoto prime with optimized optics, beautiful bokeh, and impressive rendering.

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — B&H is excited to announce the Nikon NIKKOR 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens, a short-telephoto prime for its mirrorless Z system. This lens is designed as the quintessential portrait lens; it emphasizes accurate rendering, smooth bokeh, and high sharpness, along with a focal length that flatters subjects and allows for an ideal amount of subject-background separation.

 

Introduced as “a new visual experience,” Nikon has just announced the NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena lens for its Z system

The Nikkor Z 135mm f/1.8 lens is called “Plenaty,” which translates to “full.” This concept relates to the advanced optics that help to achieve high resolution, consistent and even peripheral illumination, and especially round, well-controlled bokeh void of rings or fringing—all traits that makeup an ideal lens for portraiture. And, as an S-Line lens with Meso Amorphous and ARNEO Coats, the Plena offers Nikon’s most controlled point-light reproduction, color rendering, and high anti-reflective qualities.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena Lens
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1788915-REG/nikon_20123_nikkor_z_135mm_f_1_8.html

Product Highlights:

Full-Frame | f/1.8Fast, Lightweight Telephoto PrimeMulti-Focus System         Round Bokeh from Edge to EdgeED, SR, and Aspherical ElementsARNEO and Meso Amorphous CoatingsDust and Water-Resistant Design

This is a lens that will feel at home in a photographer’s bag, but it’s also a lens that has been optimized for video creators with internal focusing that inherently suppresses focus breathing and offers smooth, silent AF performance. Also, the 11-blade diaphragm uses an electro-magnetic mechanism for stable aperture changes.

Physically, the lens is an evolution of S-Line lenses: it is dust and drip resistant and features a relatively lightweight, portable form factor, considering the focal length and large maximum aperture—it weighs just about 2.2 lb, has an 82mm filter diameter, and is evenly tapered for balanced handling. There is a large manual focus ring and a secondary Control Ring toward the base of the lens that can be programmed to adjust a variety of settings. There is also a top Fn button, which Nikon indicates is a design decision that will be part of all S-Line lenses going forward. As an aesthetic choice by Nikon, the lens has an engraved “Plena” script logo on the top barrel, which is reminiscent of the Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct and indicates the unique performance tier for this special lens.

Learn more about the Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena Lens at B&H Explora
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/videos/photography/nikkor-z-135mm-f18-s-plena-the-pinnacle-of-portrait-length-primes

Nikon NIKKOR Z 135mm F1.8 S Plena Lens Hands On YouTube Video Review
https://youtu.be/9tO8rATjRSw

About B&H Photo Video

As the world’s largest source of photography, video, and audio equipment, as well as computers, drones, and home and portable entertainment, B&H is known worldwide for its attentive, knowledgeable sales force and excellent customer service, including fast, reliable shipping. B&H has been satisfying customers worldwide for 50 years. 

Visitors to the website can access a variety of educational videos and enlightening articles. The B&H YouTube Channel has an unmatched wealth of educational content. Our entertaining and informative videos feature product overviews from our in-house specialists. You can view the B&H Event Space presentations from many of the world’s foremost experts and interviews with some of technology’s most dynamic personalities. Tap into this exciting resource by subscribing to the B&H YouTube Channel here. In addition to videos, the B&H Explora blog presents new product announcements, gear reviews, helpful guides, and tech news written by product experts and industry professionals, as well as our award-winning podcasts.

When you’re in Manhattan, take a tour of the B&H Photo SuperStore, located at 420 Ninth Avenue. The techno-carousel spins all year round at the counters and kiosks at B&H. With hundreds of products on display, the B&H Photo SuperStore is the place to test-drive and compare all the latest gear.

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Topband and Ecosolex Make Debut at Solartech Indonesia 2025: Full-Stack Innovation Powers a New Energy Future in Southeast Asia

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JAKARTA, Indonesia, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Topband Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 002139.SZ), together with its sub-brand Ecosolex, made a high-profile debut at Solartech Indonesia 2025, one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most influential renewable energy exhibitions. Under the theme “Full-Stack Innovation for a Smarter Energy Future,” Topband showcased its comprehensive energy solutions designed for both residential and commercial-industrial applications.

As a key platform in Southeast Asia’s energy transition, the exhibition drew widespread attention from global energy companies, government agencies, and industry experts. Backed by its robust capabilities in energy storage, Topband presented its signature “One Core, One Cloud, 3S” full-stack technology ecosystem—including self-developed battery cells, BMS, PCS, EMS, and a proprietary cloud platform. From cell to complete system, this vertically integrated approach demonstrated Topband’s end-to-end innovation capabilities. Combined with its ongoing localization strategy, the company quickly became a focal point at the event, securing multiple partnership intentions and underscoring its leadership in the new energy sector.

Full-Stack Technology for High-Value Energy Scenarios

At the exhibition, Topband emphasized its vertically integrated “component-to-system” development path by unveiling a series of tailored solutions for diverse use cases across the residential and commercial-industrial segments. Designed with the high heat, humidity, and grid instability of Southeast Asia in mind, Topband introduced its 215kWh and 100kWh C&I liquid-cooled energy storage cabinets. These systems, equipped with high-performance battery cells and advanced fire safety mechanisms, are well-suited for factories, shopping centers, hotels, and industrial parks—offering stable, 24/7 power supply.

Topband also showcased its 50kW and 100kW three-phase PV inverters, which deliver peak conversion efficiencies of up to 98.6%. These units are optimized for compatibility with a variety of PV modules and grid characteristics specific to Indonesia, enabling users to significantly reduce levelized cost of electricity (LCOE).

In the EV charging segment, Topband introduced its 60kW DC fast-charging solution, supporting dual-vehicle charging and real-time dynamic power allocation. With IP54 protection and an operating temperature range from -20°C to 50°C, it is engineered for outdoor reliability. OCPP protocol support allows seamless integration with customer cloud platforms, providing an efficient energy replenishment solution for electric commercial fleets and public charging infrastructure.

Localized Innovation to Support Indonesia’s Energy Transition

During the concurrent high-level forum, Riko Sugiyanto, Country Manager of Topband Indonesia, delivered a keynote titled “Trends in Energy Storage Battery Technology and Applications in Southeast Asia.” He emphasized the importance of safety and efficiency in storage systems, especially under Indonesia’s unique climate and geographical conditions. Riko highlighted Topband’s commitment to understanding the practical needs of local C&I energy users and offering adaptable solutions, such as modular system design, to respond rapidly to real project demands.

Drawing on years of global market experience and a responsive customer service framework, Topband is rapidly building a localized service and support network across Indonesia. This includes technical assistance, operations, and maintenance—ensuring quick response times and reliable aftersales care. These initiatives are in strong alignment with Indonesia’s national sustainability goals, including its “Net Zero Emission by 2060” commitment and the “Program Kepulauan Surya”(”Solar Archipelago”)development vision.

Driving Southeast Asia’s Energy Transformation

With its full-stack R&D capabilities and deep adaptation to local market needs, Topband is taking firm steps to participate in the transformation of Southeast Asia’s energy landscape. The company is playing a key role in accelerating the region’s transition to clean power—injecting long-term momentum into global sustainable energy development.

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2025 Belt and Road Creativity and Sustainable Development Seminar Held in Beijing

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BEIJING, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from CRI Online:

On April 20, the 2025 Belt and Road Creativity and Sustainable Development Seminar was held in Beijing. It was co-hosted by the International Center for Creativity and Sustainable Development (ICCSD), and the School of International and Public Affairs at Jilin University, and supported by ZGC Science Fiction Industry Innovation Center, and Beijing City of Design Development Co., Ltd. The Seminar was attended by 16 officials from foreign ministries, television stations, education ministries, and other departments of 11 countries, such as the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the United Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Ghana, the Togolese Republic, and the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Lecture was given by Yang Baozhen, Member of the Advisory Committee of ICCSD, International Expert Committee Member of the China Association for Small & Medium Commercial Enterprises (CASMCE), and former consul of the Chinese Embassy in France

Yang Baozhen, guest speaker of the Seminar, gave a lecture revolving around “China’s Implementation of the U.N.’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.” She introduced China’s methods, approaches and practical cases of poverty alleviation in detail from different aspects, such as economic initiatives, policies and mechanisms, public wellbeing, and fairness in education. Her speech vividly presented the core concept and values of Chinese modernization. Meanwhile, the lecture focused on the cooperation between China and Africa, sharing the fruitful achievements made by the two sides in infrastructure building, agricultural development, and medical assistance. In addition, Yang Baozhen called for enhanced international cooperation among different countries, so as to jointly help realize the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The African officials highly recognized China’s experience in poverty relief, and were amazed by the country’s enormous achievements in the field. They believed that China not only reminds the world of the importance and feasibility of poverty reduction, but also shares its courage and experience. In their view, China’s valuable experience in poverty alleviation has inspired new strategies for tackling poverty worldwide. They also praised China fulfilling its responsibility to promote global development as a responsible major country, and contributing to the common prosperity of the world. The officials emphasized China’s sustainable strategic planning in which continuous efforts have been put into poverty relief, and they thought that is inspiring. Some of them hoped they could learn from China’s experience in light of their respective national conditions, so as to help develop their countries.

In the afternoon, the officials went on a field trip to the Shougang Park. They visited the “RE International Center for Digital Creativity.” The Center is a digital museum-like institution displaying cultural heritage based on the transformation of the Park’s industrial relics. Using technologies like holography, digital sound field control, and extended reality (XR), it transforms the former industrial silo into a cool time machine. The officials marveled at exhibitions—the Infinite Iron City and Return to the Old Summer Palace, embracing the past and present of the Shougang Park and the splendid Summer Palace in fascinating lights and shadows.

International officials visited an exhibition named Return to the Old Summer Palace

Rumbidzai Mwalilino, a Malawian official, spoke highly of the Shougang Park using technology to conserve cultural heritage. For her, the Park reproduces historical scenes through virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI), creating a more vivid format to communicate cultural heritage and a lively and appreciable carrier of cultural memories for the young generation. She said that inspires cultural inheritance and protection in the digital era.

International officials experienced an exhibition named “Huanju – Multiverse Immersive Sci-Fi Exhibition”

As technological waves emerge, the deep integration of culture and technology leads to the creation of innovation and changes. New cultural sectors are appearing, with the cultural industry chain continuously extending. The sci-fi industry is booming, causing cutting-edge technology such as VR, augmented reality (AR), and AI to change the way we interact with the digital world. In the metaverse digital experience complex at Shougang Park, the delegation of officials experienced an exhibition named “Huanju – Multiverse Immersive Sci-Fi Exhibition.” From Dinosaur Crisis to Rhythm Agent and Star Trek, seven sci-fi planets provided the officials with a cyber sci-fi show, leading them into a magnificent and wonderful sci-fi world.

Koroma Mark Thaimu, an official from the Republic of Sierra Leone, pointed out that China has always attached great importance to cultural inheritance while promoting the digital transformation, and has protected its unique culture and infused development with long-lasting vitality by embedding local culture into technological innovation. He planned to bring China’s experience in integrating technology and culture to Africa, hoping to harness technological innovation to support the preservation and continued development of cultural heritage.

It is said that the Seminar focuses on core topics, such as creative design, technological innovation, urban renewal and green transformation. Through special lectures, case discussion, and immersive field research, it shares China’s exploration and experience in creativity and sustainable development with officials from countries of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and other relevant nations. This program builds a platform for mutual learning among civilizations based on creative endowment. It shares China’s sustainable development pattern that incorporates traditions into modern technology, and encourages officials to develop adaptable solutions according to their respective national conditions, so as to help achieve the global SDGs.

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Cross-Border Collaboration Ignites Interactive Frenzy! Jackaroo King Teams Up with Middle East Top Influencer Duo Ali & Ziyad for Live Streaming Extravaganza

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 2nd at 19:00 GMT+3, Jackaroo King—a premium product steadfast in preserving the essence of the original Jackaroo gameplay—joined forces with the Middle East’s wildly popular influencer duo علي وزياد  to host a laughter-filled, surprise-packed cross-border livestream event. Titled “Humor Without Borders, Interactive Carnival,” the livestream captivated global audiences with immersive entertainment experiences through customized virtual gifts, talent showcases, gaming challenges, and player award ceremonies, reaffirming Jackaroo King’s leadership in pioneering interactive innovation.

As one of the Middle East’s most influential influencer duos, علي وزياد has amassed over 7.75 million fans across TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, and other platforms, thanks to their signature humor and relatable creative content. During the livestream, the duo seamlessly blended their comedic flair with Jackaroo King’s highly interactive DNA.

This collaboration between Jackaroo King and علي وزياد exemplifies a powerful alliance between brand and influencer, delivering not only a visual spectacle but also setting a new benchmark for cross-industry partnerships. Jackaroo King’s Middle East Market Director commented: “Partnering with علي وزياد transcends mere traffic synergy—it’s cultural resonance. By leveraging humor as a ‘soft touchpoint,’ we aim to showcase the brand’s innovative spirit and social value to our users.”

Rooted in the classic Jackaroo gameplay yet reimagined for the digital age, Jackaroo King has emerged as a Middle East phenomenon by prioritizing “authentic gameplay + innovative social experiences” to build an immersive social gaming ecosystem for Gen-Z. Guided by its three core strategies—”digitally redefining classic rules,””expanding real-time interactive scenarios,” and “cross-border content co-creation”—the app continues to amplify its global influence.

With a mission to “Bring Joy and Friends to Young People Around the World” and a vision to “Bring People Together Through Games, Leading the Trend of Global Online Social Entertainment,” Jackaroo King—a product deeply rooted in tradition yet boldly innovative—is redefining how the next generation socializes and plays.

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